Day Itinerary
8 Activities
Day 3
137 mi0.5 mi
Civil War Battles, Elephants and Caves!
This is a day full of contrast as you visit the Historic Site of Pilot Knob and learn about one of the most important Civil War battles that took place in this peaceful valley.
Did someone say something about elephants in Missouri? Well, elephant ROCKS that is! This unique state park is so-named due to the intriguing shape of the boulders here which resemble elephants.
Later, you'll marvel at even more fascinating geological wonders as you venture underground at Meramec Caverns.
So get ready for another full day as you set off to discover more of Missouri, the Show-Me-State.
Did someone say something about elephants in Missouri? Well, elephant ROCKS that is! This unique state park is so-named due to the intriguing shape of the boulders here which resemble elephants.
Later, you'll marvel at even more fascinating geological wonders as you venture underground at Meramec Caverns.
So get ready for another full day as you set off to discover more of Missouri, the Show-Me-State.
0.3 mi
5 min
09:151 hr
Battle of Pilot Knob State Historic Site
Landmark
Open Details
This former battleground is the site where many confederate and union soldiers lost their lives during the Civil War.
In September 1864, this peaceful valley saw a bloody battle of more than 8,000 men. Learn more about this hard-fought war with your walk around the area and perhaps a peek in the visitor center.
Opening Hours The grounds of the historic site are open year round from sunrise to sunset but do consult the website linked below for exact hours of the visitor center as they vary with months of the year and days of the week.
Learn more about Battle of Pilot Knob State Historic Site here.
In September 1864, this peaceful valley saw a bloody battle of more than 8,000 men. Learn more about this hard-fought war with your walk around the area and perhaps a peek in the visitor center.
Opening Hours The grounds of the historic site are open year round from sunrise to sunset but do consult the website linked below for exact hours of the visitor center as they vary with months of the year and days of the week.
Learn more about Battle of Pilot Knob State Historic Site here.
4.5 mi
10 min
10:301 hr 30 min
Elephant Rocks State Park
Landmark
Open Details
Elephant Rocks State Park has a way of bringing out the kid in everyone young and old alike. Those giant boulders are just begging to be climbed on! So go ahead and get silly, make some awesome photos and have a great time!
The elephant-shaped rocks were formed from granite that is over 1.5-billion-years-old. Explore the trails around this truly unusual park and marvel at the sizes of these "elephant" rocks.
Opening Hours The park opens daily at 8:00 but closing times differ depending on the day of the week and month of the year. Please see the detailed hours listed on the link below.
Elephant Rocks State Park
The elephant-shaped rocks were formed from granite that is over 1.5-billion-years-old. Explore the trails around this truly unusual park and marvel at the sizes of these "elephant" rocks.
Opening Hours The park opens daily at 8:00 but closing times differ depending on the day of the week and month of the year. Please see the detailed hours listed on the link below.
Elephant Rocks State Park
12 mi
15 min
12:301 hr
Russell's Triangle Cafe
Restaurant
Open Details
After all that climbing around and exploring the boulders of Elephant Rock you have probably worked up an appetite.
Russell's Triangle Cafe serves up family-friendly lunch with smiles all around. It's old school with a small menu, but the quality and taste can't be beat.
Phone 573-779-1239
Opening Hours Monday - Thursday: 9:00 - 19:00 Friday and Saturday: 9:00 - 20:00 Sunday Closed
Russell's Triangle Cafe serves up family-friendly lunch with smiles all around. It's old school with a small menu, but the quality and taste can't be beat.
Phone 573-779-1239
Opening Hours Monday - Thursday: 9:00 - 19:00 Friday and Saturday: 9:00 - 20:00 Sunday Closed
52.9 mi
1 hr 10 min
14:452 hrs
Meramec Caverns
Landmark
Open Details
Did you know that Missouri has the nickname of the "Cave State"?
That's because there are over 7,500 known caves in the state so wherever you are there's a good chance of a cool cave being nearby.
The cave system of Meramec Caverns is one of the most impressive underground natural wonders around the St. Louis area and holds the distinction of being the oldest outdoor attraction along the famous Route 66.
So get your kicks underground and go check out the cave where Jesse James is rumored to have used as a hideout....
Daily Opening Hours January (Weekends Only) 9:00 - 16:00 February: 9:00 - 16:00 March: 9:00 - 17:00 April: 9:00 - 18:00 May - June: 9:00 - 19:00 July - August: 9:00 - 19:00 August 15 - Labor Day: Sunday - Thursday: 9:00 - 18:00 August 15 - Labor Day: Friday & Saturday: 9:00 - 19:00 September: 9:00 - 17:00 October - December: 9:00 - 16:00
Book your tour here
The cave system of Meramec Caverns is one of the most impressive underground natural wonders around the St. Louis area and holds the distinction of being the oldest outdoor attraction along the famous Route 66.
So get your kicks underground and go check out the cave where Jesse James is rumored to have used as a hideout....
Daily Opening Hours January (Weekends Only) 9:00 - 16:00 February: 9:00 - 16:00 March: 9:00 - 17:00 April: 9:00 - 18:00 May - June: 9:00 - 19:00 July - August: 9:00 - 19:00 August 15 - Labor Day: Sunday - Thursday: 9:00 - 18:00 August 15 - Labor Day: Friday & Saturday: 9:00 - 19:00 September: 9:00 - 17:00 October - December: 9:00 - 16:00
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45.3 mi
1 hr
18:005 min
Elco Cadillac
Auto Garage
Open Details
You can charge your car here.
Type: CCS/SAE 1 station, 1 plug Power: 50 kW
Type: CCS/SAE 1 station, 1 plug Power: 50 kW
0.3 mi
5 min
18:151 hr 30 min
Lal Qila Indian Pakistani Cuisine
Restaurant
Open Details
Lal Qila Indian and Pakistani Cuisine has a great buffet so you get to choose exactly what you like for dinner. Buffets are also the perfect way to try new foods and you'll want to do that tonight with so many delicious items to sample.
If Indian/Pakistani food isn't your deal, there are other restaurants within walking distance for you to have dinner while your car is charging.
Phone 636-527-4717
Opening Hours Monday: Closed Tuesday - Friday: 17:00 - 21:00 Saturday: 17:30 – 21:00 Sunday: 11:00 – 14:30; 17:00 – 9:00 PM
Lal Qila Indian Pakistani Cuisine
If Indian/Pakistani food isn't your deal, there are other restaurants within walking distance for you to have dinner while your car is charging.
Phone 636-527-4717
Opening Hours Monday: Closed Tuesday - Friday: 17:00 - 21:00 Saturday: 17:30 – 21:00 Sunday: 11:00 – 14:30; 17:00 – 9:00 PM
Lal Qila Indian Pakistani Cuisine
22.4 mi
40 min
21:00
St. Louis
Welcome back to St. Louis, I hope you've enjoyed this historic 3-day tour!