Have you ever happened upon an area, during a hike, that’s so breathtakingly beautiful you just didn’t have the words to describe it? Maybe you felt like you stepped into a magical world or a fairy tale. Experience the wonder of nature – and feel like you’re in the middle of a fairy tale – when you visit this jaw-dropping gorge in Missouri.
Don’t forget your camera or smartphone when you embark on this adventure to the breathtaking Prairie Hollow Gorge Natural Area in Eminence.
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Find a spot in the parking lot right across from the natural area, where you’ll embark on the .03-mile Prairie Hollow Gorge Trail.
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Or, if you park along Old Road, off of Highway V, follow the stream to the start of Prairie Hollow Gorge Trail.
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Wear sturdy shoes for your hike along the trail that will lead you to beautiful boulders and…
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A gushing waterfall. Visitors are permitted to fish in the stream. However, no matter how tempted you may be, do not attempt to climb the rocks as rock climbing is prohibited.
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Carve out plenty of time to admire your views in the 300-foot gorge that closely resembles a canyon.
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You can visit Prairie Hollow Gorge, with its 100-foot canyon walls, any time of the year. However, for the most picturesque views, visit during the warm months or in the fall when the leaves have changed.
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Address: State Highway V, Eminence, MO, 65466
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Have you ever visited Prairie Hollow Gorge in Missouri? Share your experience in the comments! Up for another picturesque adventure? Plan a visit to Missouri’s very own Grand Canyon.
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