3 Creeks Conservation Area features 8 miles of hiking trails near Columbia, MO.
From Columbia Missouri at the Highway 63 and Interstate 70 Junction. Head South on Highway US 63 for 7.7 miles. Turn right on E. Deer Park RD. (E. HWY AB). You will be on a gravel Road For about 2.4 miles, until you come to the Three Creeks Conservation sign. The gravel road will have some sharp turns so be prepared, and drive slowly.
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