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Hiking
Woods & Water at St. Joe State Park
Registration Opens 5/8/2026   12 of 12 seats remaining

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Cape Girardeau Nature Center
2289 County Park Drive
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 290-5218
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Explore both the water and the woods of St. Joe State Park. Participants will enjoy a 2-mile hike on Hickory Ridge Trail followed by a 1.25-mile paddle on Monsanto Lake Water Trail. Participants can experience the area’s unique and historical significance as you hike and paddle past pine tree woodlands, dolomite glades, and the Old Lead Belt. Trail conditions include unpaved trails, rough terrain, and inclines more than 10%. No water experience needed. A brief introduction on kayak safety and paddling will be given before we get on the water. Participants will carpool from the nature center. The nature center will provide kayaks, paddles, and personal flotation devices. Anna Nordwald
Cancellation Policies:

You must cancel your registration before Friday, May 22, 2026.
Age Policy:

All registrants for this event must be between 16 and 120 years of age by 5/22/2026.