Eureka

Eureka is a respite unto itself, located 20 minutes west of downtown St. Louis and conveniently located along Interstate 44. It is a popular staycation for St. Louisans and vacation for visitors alike. Eureka, known as the Gateway to the Missouri Ozarks due to its rolling hills and early settler status, offers a stunning array of citywide nature trails, paths, and waterways spread across more than 164 acres of parks and public land, including a state park — Route 66 State Park — and four conservation areas. Remember to visit the Endangered Wolf Sanctuary, where you can take a tour and feed the rescues. Bring your camera; an expert guide will lead you through various habitats for up-close encounters.

The 323-acre park, known as "Missouri's Coaster Capital," is home to over 40 rides and attractions, including the Batman: The Ride inverted roller coaster, the Mr. Freeze: Reverse Blast launch coaster, and the American Coaster Enthusiasts designated landmark wooden coaster Screamin' Eagle, which was known as the fastest, longest, and tallest wooden coaster in the world when it first opened in 1976. Visitors can also explore the city's charming historic business district, which is home to landmark buildings dating back to the 1880s, or meander through over 164 acres of public park lands, which provide excellent year-round recreation opportunities.

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Address: 100 City Hall DriveP.O. Box 125Eureka, MO 63025-0125
Phone: 636-938-5233
Website: https://www.eureka.mo.us/