Missouri Sections of the American Discovery Trail

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Hiking America has recently published updates on its along the American Discovery Trail in Missouri. The trail passes through the state's diverse landscapes, ranging from rolling hills and prairies to forests and rivers. The updates from Hiking America include details on the scenic routes, interesting sights, and challenges faced during the hike, providing valuable information for anyone interested in undertaking this exciting journey.

Of a Bridge, a Mushroom House & a Pig

Of a Bridge, a Mushroom House & a Pig

Oh, the fantastic things you'll see while Hiking America! From much-needed trail improvements to quirky places, you have to see to believe. Plus, the ADT Society President testifies before Congress!

Hiking America Update

Hiking America Update

The latest ADT Guide updates include increased map resolution, additional hiker notes, and waypoints across eastern Missouri and western Illinois – including the Home of Popeye!

Hiking America Update

Hiking America Update

This month we have completed our full upgrade of maps, hiker notes, and additional Gaia GPS waypoints for a 205.62-mile section of the American Discovery Trail that follows Missouri's famous KATY Trail.

Hiking America Update

Hiking America Update

This month, we have added extensive hiker notes for the American Discovery Trail that follows the KATY Trail through central Missouri.

Sign to the Annapolis, Maryland Poplar Trail part of The ADT (Jacob Baumgart)

Hiking America Updates

This week — new notes and waypoints for California, Colorado, and Missouri. Plus, we catch up with Alex and "Crazy Vet" on the American Discovery Trail crossing the Rockies.

Farmer's Produce Exchange, Chilhowee, Mo. On the National Register of Historic Places.

Update: Missouri Segment 2

With the American Discovery Trail now fully mapped inside The ADT Guide, we are returning to original segments to increase map resolutions – often moving from 5mi/page to 2mi/page!

Update: Missouri Segment 1

Update: Missouri Segment 1

The ADT Guide has updated Missouri directions, maps, and hiker notes to include the recently opened Second Phase of the Rock Island Rail Trail on the American Discovery Trail.

Hiking America is an independent navigation resource. This site is not authorized by, and has no affiliation with, the American Discovery Trail Society. Our routes are our own, developed and continuously verified through field research and hiker feedback. They are not the official route of the American Discovery Trail, are not derived from American Discovery Trail Society materials, and may deviate from the route marked with signage.