Pacific Palisades Conservation Area, Missouri
- Nature & parks
- In Pacific, Missouri
- 0.6 mi from Route 66
Pacific Palisades Conservation Area covers 695 acres along the Meramec River in Pacific, MO, less than a mile off the old road. It takes its name from the rock and sand formations that line this stretch of the river. For a Route 66 traveller, it pairs neatly with the historic Red Cedar Inn about half a mile away, adding river views, bluffs and birdlife to a roadside stop.
What is Pacific Palisades Conservation Area?
The area sits at the meeting point of three counties, St. Louis, Jefferson and Franklin, and it is split into two very different halves.
The access area lies in the St. Louis County part, along the Meramec's north bank, a short way west of Eureka along Franklin Road. This is the only part with river access, so it is the place to launch a boat or fish from the bank.
The wildlife area, reached from English Road in Jefferson County, lies about 1.5 miles south of Pacific. It mixes two lakes, around 300 acres of forest, 50 acres of prairie, fields and cropland, with tall bluffs rising along the south bank of the river. Hunting is permitted only in this section.
Wildlife and fishing
Herons and other water birds usually nest around the lakes, and many mussel beds lie along this part of the Meramec. Anglers can expect bluegill, largemouth bass and crappie. In season, hunters come for deer, turkey and doves. LaBarque Creek Conservation Area lies about 3.3 miles to the south if you want to see more of the same country.
Visiting Pacific Palisades Conservation Area: tips
Decide first which half you want: the St. Louis County access area for the river, or the Jefferson County wildlife area for the lakes, prairie and bluffs. Either works as an hour-long stretch or a longer outing. The Red Cedar Inn is about 0.6 miles away, while Allenton Access and the Myron and Sonya Glassberg Family Conservation Area are both about 3.3 miles off.
Practical info
- Address
- 1648 Buscher Rd, Pacific, MO 63069
- Phone
- +1 636-458-2236
- Hours
- Daily 4 am–10 pm
- On site & nearby
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Questions about Pacific Palisades Conservation Area
Where does the name Pacific Palisades come from?
The name comes from the sandy, rocky formations that line this part of the Meramec River near the town of Pacific.
Can you get to the river?
Yes, but only from the St. Louis County access area, on the Meramec's north bank.
Is hunting allowed?
Yes, but just in the Jefferson County wildlife area, where deer, turkey and doves are the usual game.
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