Missouri has over 6,000 caves, but the Meramec Caverns are the largest commercial caverns in the state. According to legend, Jesse James used these caves as a hideout during the 1870s. Located only an hour away from the Gateway Arch, these caves are considered St. Louis's "Buried Treasure."
Ride the 8-mile long Grant's Trail, which runs by The Lodge at Grant's Trail, Grant's Farm and an off-road BMX bike park. This former railroad provides a flat surface perfect for biking, jogging, in-line skating and other recreation.