Excellent trail. Magnificent views of the Meramac! At First you climb up bluff then make your way down to river level. This trail is not easy by any means but its not too strenuous. Its worth the burn.

This trail has some beautiful views. Fairly easy hike. The stairs are a little awkward when people are going both ways but other than that I recommend this trail one of my favorites!

Its beautiful! Trails are clear, lots of lookout points. You can see the trains running below too! RUDE PEOPLE REALLY NEED TO TAKE THEIR TRASH AND DOGGIE POO BAGS WITH YOU TO A TRASH CAN IN THE PARKING LOT. YOU CANT MISS THE TRASH CANS OR DUMPSTERS NEAR THE PARKING LOT

I can see old remnants of what it used to be like back in the 20sand 30s when it was a resort area. You can see the railroad close by the river. You walked under the railroad tunnel at one point. There are some hidden gems like insects, plants, and mosses all over. I love that I can stop anywhere along this route, feel totally isolated from civilization but it is minutes away. This area is well taken care off and people are all around. I love being in nature and can still enjoy a nice meal in air conditioning surroundings when i get hot, thirsty, and cranky.

I never knew such majesty existed in my MO backyard. A great place to catch a little sunshine.

Always loved castlewood state park. A TON of people when I went because it was a beautiful day. Some trails can get muddy after a rain but the hiking is just great, wide trails, some slopes up/down have a yellow rated path and an alternative red rated path for everyone to enjoy.

Absolutely love love this park.Riverside trail is perfect for hiking with kids !Well maintained!

Love the place plot to photos and we get to see a duck thats great

Best state park trail in the st louis metro area

Great hike! Got in my 10,000 steps for today...woohoo

A nice loop that goes along the hill ridge over the river and then down to along the riverside. Took us three able adults about an hour and a half, even with stopping for pictures. Trail has some steep spots and plenty of crossing roots and terrain unevenness on the hills. Riverside portion accessible from a nearby parking lot so the flat and more friendly packed dirt and sand trail is reachable if you need to skip the hill. Recommend the higher vistas too. Didnt seem as crowded as other hiking reviewers made it sound. We went on a sunny Sunday afternoon. Theres a rail line that goes through the center of the loop along the river so you pass under it in a pedestrian tunnel

Easy to moderate hike along the river. Great lookout points. Great for family outings.

We loved this trail! We brought our dog along, which she enjoyed. Its definitely not the easiest beginner hike, but if youre prepared for a bit of a climb in the beginning, its not too bad. We saw someone trying to bring a stroller and I think thats a bit too difficult for this trail.

My peaceful spot.

It was awesome! Absolutely beautiful

Cool hiking trails!! Come check them out!

The Best view of a river ever with a nice semi- long hike along the river

Took this hike while there was an abundance of snow on the ground. It was a beautiful wintery hike. The view at the top of the trail was phenomenal

Great park! Good trails and nice scenery! Cool clear creek to get your feet wet in. Some trails go along the river. Restrooms, picnic areas, play grounds. Areas to bike the trails. Worth the stop in! Heard it gets a little crowded but we went in the early am with our dog and it was fine.

Not bad, not great either.

Great trail. Some of the stairs could use a bit of fixing, and there’s lots of loose rocks on this trail. Otherwise, it’s beautiful.

Great as always!

One of my favorite trails, hopefully they can get this fixed soon!

Its a 3.3 miles long refreshing loop. Nice views, not crowded.

Nice vistas of Meramec river below

I hammocked here and it was wonderful, that is all I have to say

Tranquil walk in the woods mostly in the shade. Fabulous views of the river from up above

A beautiful place for a run, hike or bike ride!

Beautiful views

Me and my son love playing here. We climb the trails and play in the fields and creek

Close proximity to my home. Well defined trails with beautiful scenery.

Too many children.

Wear tennis shoes youll need them for these inclines. Challenging but worth it. Few trails share these views.

Love this place for nature and wild life

Very nice, do not forget insect repellent!

Medium difficulty trail but the views are totally worth it. My favorite hiking path in the park by far.

Great place to hike. Several trails. Working bathrooms with running water.

Get day for a hike!

I love the wilderness its very beautiful up there

Great Trails for Hiking and Mountain Biking. Great Views from higher parts of the park

Fun flooded fabulous muddy wet wonderful

Very pleasant hike. This path is very popular and you will share your time here with many other hikers.

Beautiful, not crowded, great hike for the family.

Always peaceful by the water

Beautiful views

Great hike with nice views of Missouri river

A nice trail, well marked mostly. Muddy.

Great trail. Wear correct shoes, a lot of puddle, fallen trees, and slippery rock slopes.

Short trail. Not particularly technical with several outlooks and outcroppings over the River from the bluff.

Best park in county

This is always a great hike!

The best and most popular trail in Castlewood State Park.

I love it

Parking was mostly full, River Scene Trail was great. About 55 degrees, partly cloudy, with lots of people and dogs.

Nice trail with river views

Absolutely love this place ! Great views!

Short steep and sweet

Incredible scenery, good hike

Beautiful views

Great place to hike!

Lots of signs so you never get lost!

Great views

Great trail!!

Loved it!

Great trail!

Very noice

Awesome

Flooded

Nature

Amazing