Rock Bridge Memorial State Park

Rock Bridge Memorial State Park is a forested natural area in Boone County that features limestone cliffs, sinkholes, and underground waterways. The land contains interconnected cave systems that run beneath the surface, creating a landscape shaped by water and rock.

The park was established in 1967 to protect the geological formations found throughout the area. These limestone landscapes and cave systems developed over thousands of years through the gradual action of water on rock.

Educational programs throughout the year teach visitors about local geology, native wildlife species, and environmental conservation in the Missouri landscape.

The park sits several miles south of Columbia and provides trails for walking, biking, and cave exploration throughout the year. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear since paths are uneven and cave floors can be rocky and damp.

Devil's Icebox Cave within the park contains over 11 kilometers of mapped underground passages with a subterranean stream where rare blind fish and specialized cave creatures live. This hidden fauna shows the remarkable adaptations required for survival in total darkness.

Location: Boone County

Inception: 1967

Website: https://mostateparks.com/park/rock-bridge-memorial-state-park

GPS coordinates: 38.88080,-92.33360

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:42