Hike #4
RESCHEDULED TO FEBRUARY 8th, 2026!! at Salt Lick Point Land & Water Reserve, Valmeyer, IL
Approx. 7.3 mile hike (Estimated duration: 3 hours)
Meet at: Johnson trailhead parking lot, 1255 Quarry Rd, Valmeyer, IL 62295.
Carpool:
Driving Directions – approx. 1 hour drive each way.
6:45 AM – gather, 7:00 AM sharp departure
Meet-up @ 629 West Highway 50 (rear parking lot), O'Fallon, IL 62269 (allow enough time to reach the Salt Lick parking lot by about 7:50–8:00 AM)
Driving Directions:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/2r4fMJWjaBiwqDj56
Trail Map:
https://www.trailforks.com/trails/salt-lick-point-trail/
Trail:
- Johnson Trail: 1 mile out
- Newman Trail: 1 mile to Newman trailhead, then 1 mile back
- Remaining Newman segment: 0.64 mile
- Salt Lick Point Trail: 2 miles
- Return on Newman: 0.64 mile
- Johnson Trail: 1 mile back
Total distance: ~7.3 miles with significant elevation gain and bluff‑top views.
Terrain:
- Natural surface dirt and rock with roots and uneven footing.
- Several steep climbs and descents, including steps and narrow sections along the bluff with excellent Mississippi River floodplain views; caution near edges and stay on marked trails.
Wavier forms are required for each participant. (only need to complete once each season)
Cancel after RSVP? Text 314-258-2000.
The minimum age is 18 to participate.
$15 Hike Fee - $10 refunded when you show up on time and get the sticker. $0 refunded if you don't show up.