Bryant Creek State Park

Bryant Creek State Park is a 2,917-acre nature preserve in Douglas County with oak and pine forests, dolomite cliffs, sandstone rock formations, and four tributary hollows along the water course. The grounds include two hiking trails totaling 5.1 miles and picnic areas with tables.

The area served as a major north-south travel route through the watershed before automobiles became common, with people moving on foot, horseback, or by wagon. This route played a role in early human movement through the Ozark region.

The place demonstrates how the Ozark region is protected and used for outdoor recreation today. Visitors can see how people experience this forested landscape with its creeks and rocky features.

The two hiking trails require normal footwear and offer a good way to explore the park, while picnic areas provide spots for a rest. An electronic off-road track chair is available to improve accessibility for visitors with mobility needs.

The park is home to Missouri's only native pine species, a tree type rarely found in the eastern United States. This rare tree species makes the forest ecosystem here particularly noteworthy.

Location: Missouri

Inception: 2016

Website: https://mostateparks.com/park/bryant-creek-state-park

GPS coordinates: 36.81870,-92.42220

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:44