Make Art on the Trail at Castlewood State Park Register

Date and Time:
Sat, Aug 8, 2026; 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM  (Central)

Organized By: Eastern Missouri Group

Location: Lone Wolf Trailhead, Castlewood State Park, 1401 Kiefer Creek Rd, Ballwin, MO

Map | Directions

Event Organizers:
Laurie Sax
   lauriesax@icloud.com
Gianna Kaloyeros
   gianna.kaloyeros@gmail.com

This outing is for you if you want to combine your love of hiking with your desire to create art!  Castlewood State Park is iconic for its vistas of the Meramec River. We’ll begin by ascending the  River Scene Trail and heading to a high-elevation spot just off-trail with enough space for us to set up spots to capture the view, a flower, tree, or whatever suits your fancy. We’ll descend the trail going back the way we came, making this an out-and-back hike.

For the art portion of this outing, please bring a low-profile camp chair or comfortable cushion, your art medium(s) of choice and a sketchbook. No art experience is needed to participate! If you don’t have art supplies but still want to participate, reach out to Laurie or Gianna, or check out the Little Free Art Supply Library at 3409 Iowa Ave. St. Louis, MO 63118.

Directions to Trailhead and Parking Details
Meet at the round shelter in the parking lot at the Lone Wolf Trail trailhead.  Meet at 8:00 AM. We’ll leave the parking area at 8:15.
GPS coordinates for the trailhead: 38.5500, -90.5394

From I-44 going West, take the MO-141 exit (exit 272) toward Fenton/MO-141/Valley Park. Turn right onto Meramec Station Road (MO-141 N). Go for 1.7 mi. Take ramp onto Big Bend Road toward Big Bend Road/West Big Bend Road. Go for 2.7 mi. Turn left onto Ries Road. Go for 1.0 mi.  Turn left onto Kiefer Creek Rd to enter the park. You’ll drive until you see a parking lot next to a small playground on the left. The Lone Wolf trailhead is in the parking lot across the street from the playground. You can park in either lot where there are available spots.

Difficulty
Moderate. Only 2 miles total distance but there are some steep rocky sections. We will take it at a leisurely pace.

Recommended Gear List
Wear sturdy shoes with good tread. Bring plenty of water and any desired snacks. The weather will likely be warm, and the trail is well-shaded. Bring rain gear just in case. We will bring a trash bag to pick up any litter we see on the trail.

There is a bathroom in the parking lot. Group size is limited to 20. All participants must sign a waiver.

One dollar per person Sierra Club donation is requested. Dollar bills would be appreciated; Venmo and Paypal accepted. 

Guns are prohibited.  Pets are not allowed.

If you have any questions, email lauriesax@icloud.com

 

Level: Moderate

Carpool: Contact the leader if you need help making arrangements.

Note: Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.

Cancellation Policy: Steady rain cancels