Shaun Hunter
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05/11/2023
A marker stands at the trailhead, which is also the entrance to Fisher Cave.
Shaun Hunter
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05/11/2023
Fisher Cave is a popular feature inside Meramec State Park.
Shaun Hunter
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05/11/2023
The Walking Fern Trail follows a mostly dirt loop that rises gently through the forest.
Shaun Hunter
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05/11/2023
The trail follows a lush path through fern and trees.
Shaun Hunter
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05/11/2023
The single track is generally easy with a gradual grade tracing around 100 feet in elevation gain.
Shaun Hunter
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05/11/2023
Ferns present along the trail.
Shaun Hunter
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05/11/2023
Meramec State Park's Walking Fern hiking trail.
Shaun Hunter
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05/11/2023
A short detour allows hikers to head up into a limestone cave depression.
Shaun Hunter
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05/11/2023
Inside the cave along the hike.
Shaun Hunter
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05/11/2023
This flight of wooden stairs is about the most challenging feature along this hike.
Shaun Hunter
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05/11/2023
Those looking for quick access to the limestone cave can follow a boardwalk path in a counterclockwise direction from the trailhead.