Trail Riding
NOTICE: Trails close annually for the Missouri Department of Conservation hunting program to prevent Chronic Wasting Disease. Equestrian season extends from March 1 to October 1. Please see below for registration information.
The Riding Trails at Valles Mines feature 16 miles of trails (some wide enough to ride several miles side-by-side). The trails take riders through spectacular scenery of wooded forests, spring-fed creeks, ponds, and follow gravel railroad beds to the historic “haunted” tunnel. Parking available.
Seasonal Pass and Current Coggins Test Results required.
For Further Information email: VMCoutdoors@gmail.com or call 314-965-3400.
RATES:
Seasonal Pass – $200 per person. Download Seasonal Permit Application.
Late applicants can request a pro-rated pass (July - Oct 1 $90.00 per rider). For details email VMCoutdoors@gmail.com.
Payment - You can either mail us a check or Venmo the money to VMCoutdoors@gmail.com.
Daily Guest Permit – $20.00 per rider per day. (must be accompanied by Season Pass Holder). Download Guest Pass Application.
To ride with a companion, please download the guest permit above and email it, along with a copy of the Coggins test to VMCoutdoors@gmail.com. You can then either mail us a check for $20 or Venmo the money to VMCoutdoors@gmail.com.
Equestrian permits do NOT allow game hunting or fishing. Equestrian trails are closed during Fall Deer Hunting Season (October 1 - March 1). Gates open at noon during Spring Turkey Hunting Season (April 25 - May 5, 2024). Contact the Missouri Department of Conservation for rules and regulations.