Route 66 State Park

Route 66 State Park sits along the Meramec River and covers a large wooded area with walking paths, viewpoints, and informational displays. The park provides access to different hiking trails and tells the story of this famous highway through exhibits and photographs.

The highway opened in 1926 and was a major route connecting Chicago to Los Angeles for many years. The park was created later to protect this section and keep its story alive for future visitors.

The park displays historical photographs and objects that show how travelers lived and what vehicles they drove during the decades after 1930. You can observe how the road and travel habits changed over those years.

The visitor center offers maps and information about the trails and local nature. Most paths are easy to walk and well-marked, so you can navigate without difficulty.

Visitors can walk on sections of the original pavement, which gives the feeling of experiencing this famous route firsthand. The actual asphalt and markings show how the road really looked back then.

Location: St. Louis County

Inception: 1997

Website: https://mostateparks.com/park/route-66-state-park

GPS coordinates: 38.50640,-90.59030

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:57