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It’s a deer. It’s a bison. It’s a wild turkey! Lone Elk Park, a 546-acre wildlife management area, offers frequent wildlife sightings whether you drive or walk through the park. If your travel companions can handle it, follow the White Bison Trail – a three-mile loop with twists and climbs – for the opportunity to spot white-tailed deer, elk, waterfowl and more.
One Lone Elk Park Rd.
St. Louis,
MO
63088
TripAdvisor Rating:
536 Reviews | Write a ReviewBest park!
Reviewed By Companion05830026796 September 2026Come here multiple times a month since I was a kid! A nice quick drive and free activity! Love seeing the animals! Bird sanctuary is across the street and has a small entrance fee but is worth it!
Full ReviewBeautiful scenic and wildlife views
Reviewed By sampl90 October 2025We weren’t sure what to expect but wanted to pop in as we traveled through to break up our drive and to miss some of the rush hour traffic. The Elk herd was beautiful to see. We of course stayed...
Full ReviewAmazing Experience
Reviewed By Ashley R May 2025This is a must see if you are looking for an out of the way animal site seeing adventure. It was a little difficult to navigate, but the animals were right there and easy to see.
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Daily, 8 a.m.-half hour past sunset.
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TripAdvisor Rating:
536 Reviews | Write a ReviewBest park!
Reviewed By Companion05830026796 September 2026Come here multiple times a month since I was a kid! A nice quick drive and free activity! Love seeing the animals! Bird sanctuary is across the street and has a small entrance fee but is worth it!
Full ReviewBeautiful scenic and wildlife views
Reviewed By sampl90 October 2025We weren’t sure what to expect but wanted to pop in as we traveled through to break up our drive and to miss some of the rush hour traffic. The Elk herd was beautiful to see. We of course stayed...
Full ReviewAmazing Experience
Reviewed By Ashley R May 2025This is a must see if you are looking for an out of the way animal site seeing adventure. It was a little difficult to navigate, but the animals were right there and easy to see.
Full Review