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    January-Wabash Memorial Park

    January-Wabash Memorial Park

    2.5
    (2 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    Very disappointing to see how this park is and has continued to go down. I had to stop taking my…read moredog to this park as he developed an infection and that was the only place he frequents in the morning besides sitting at home. The vet informed me to discontinue going there as it could be something on the ground, whatever it is it's unexplainable. I have to drive 25 min to go to tower grove park to walk my dog and it's very easy to go here. You can call the number listed which I have numerous times about having someone fill up the dog waste bags. this encourages those to pick up after their pet, if they don't see anything they will continue to do whatever. ( I know everyone is grown but I'm just assuming this is why) I also called about dog feces around in the walkway and of course it's up to the adult that has the dog but when I mentioned they assure me it's waste from ducks. Trash all over and if you viewed the pic now nothing will go in the water just stay around the sides. I'm not sure if they cannot see the fish or feel clean but I never saw anyone do anything about it. I'm not sure if they can but I'll say for this situation it wasn't always like this. I don't see anyone fishing since the water has turned and I'm saddened because you have a nice. Park but those that come and let their dogs waste wherever because they know no one is held accountable, trash and it's sad because it was a nice park to walk around once upon a time I do hope something can be done and if I can volunteer to help I will. One person calling and trying to help doesn't do justice, it takes more.

    January-Wabash park is where I go to escape from work on my lunch break. It is typically calm and…read morepeaceful. There are always people fishing or enjoying the surroundings. This park offers a nice playground, a water park, a bike/walking trail that goes around the lake and several benches. The parking can get a little scarce in the summer when the water park is open. This park is a gem in the middle of Ferguson.

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    Old Chain of Rocks Bridge

    Old Chain of Rocks Bridge

    4.3
    (25 reviews)
    7.5 mi

    If you know me, you know I'm fascinated by everyday historic landmarks. I prefer the places people…read moredon't always think about - like the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge. So, fun facts. Old Chain of Rocks Bridge is part of the even more historic Route 66. It also helps to connect Missouri and Illinois (and yes, you can walk it - or wheel it in my case). Built in 1929, the bridge features a 30-degree turn halfway across the mile-long bridge. While today this area is very passable by ships, in 1929 a "chain of rocks" (a 17-mile shoal) made passage difficult. Originally designed to go straight across, riverboat men protested because the bridge itself would have created an additional obstacle. Essentially, it had to "bend" for the sake of safe passage. The bridge cost twice its original estimate ($2.5 million), but it was built as a "destination" from the beginning. The Missouri side had a park; the Illinois side had 400 elm trees. There was even an amusement park. Also, during World War II the red sections were painted green so it would be less visible from air. The bridge closed in terms of official function in 1968 - a new Chain of Rocks Bridge opened in 1967 and includes Interstate 270. Old Chain of Rocks Bridge was nearly destroyed in 1967. For several years, that seemed likely. In 1980 (another fun fact), John Carpenter used the bridge in Escape From New York). Obviously, the bridge has been restored to some fame. It's now part of the Route 66 Bikeway (as of 1999), and in 2006 was added to the National Register of Historic Places. I'm considering a Route 66 Tenderness Tour (or at least part of the 2,000+ mile highway). This bridge may become part of that, so I'm thrilled I got the chance to check it out. The pathway for biking/wheeling is nicely done, easy to maneuver, and stunning in beauty (though it was an admittedly beautiful day when I was on the bridge). The bridge offers connections to the MCT Confluence Trail, Mississippi River Trail (Isn't it weird? I've been out of school 30+ years and I still sing the Mississippi song when I spell it), and the St. Louis Riverfront Trail. There's free parking on the Illinois side at the bridge entrance and also at North Riverfront Park. The Missouri side has a park with a pavilion, native habitats, an event lawn, and a gated parking lot (the event space opened in 2024). The bridge, no longer used by vehicles, is open daily for bikers/pedestrians (and wheelchairs).

    This old bridge is an awesome piece of Americana history. It is about a 1 mile walk to get across…read morethe bridge. There are 2 castle looking buildings in the ole Mississippi that use to be the water source for the city of St Louis. I would recommend parking on the Missouri side as it has be recently redone. Nice parking lot with picnic tables and overhead protection from the sun. No running water but there are 2 porta potties under an awning. The Illinois side is not as pleasant.

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