All Places in Sainte Genevieve County

Pickle Springs Natural Area, Highway AA Ste. Geneviève, MO 63670 Call us at 573-883-3603 Pickle Springs has been designated a Natural Landmark by the National Park Service for its biological and geological values as an undisturbed site. A two-mile trail named the “Trail Through Time” winds through the park and guides the visitor through 500 million-year-old geologic wonders carved in sandstone. The trail features clear streams, cool canyons, spectacular bluff views, and “The Slot,” a crevice marked with holes, pockets, and ridges. Visitors must climb through the ”Keyhole” to descend to the creek below. Twin footbridges cross Bone Creek and pass Mossy Falls. The park is a primitive natural area and does not have services. Be sure to bring a camera and plenty of liquids before hiking the trail. Read more…

Twin Turret Farm & Castle Ever dreamed of having a castle all to yourself? At Twin Turret Farm & Castle in Ste. Genevieve County, that fantasy comes with 6,800 square feet of living space, seven bedrooms, an indoor swimming pool, and 100 private acres surrounding an 18-acre lake. There are even turrets, stained glass windows, and antler chandeliers, just in case anyone forgets they’re staying in a castle. Outside, wooded trails lead toward a waterfall, boats await on the lake, and peacocks, ducks, and other farm animals add a little unexpected character to the grounds. It’s a remarkable setting for a family getaway, reunion, celebration, or simply gathering your favorite people somewhere completely different. With room to spread out, plenty of activities, and scenery worthy of a storybook, Twin Turret Farm & Castle offers the rare opportunity to leave ordinary life behind for a few days. A castle in the Missouri countryside might sound improbable, but that’s half the fun. A Castle Worth Exploring Twin Turret isn’t your typical vacation rental, and it doesn’t make much effort to pretend otherwise. Stonework, timber details, turrets, stained glass windows, and soaring interior spaces give the castle its distinctive personality. Antler chandeliers and Read more…