STL Riverfront Trail

Gateway Arch to Chouteau Island

Your adventure will begin and end at the Gateway Arch and will cover 13 trail miles and 10 river miles. You’ll begin your day with a 13 mile bike ride along the STL Riverfront Trail and crossing the old Chain of Rocks Bridge to the Illinois side of the river. After stopping for a break at Chouteau Island, you’ll then begin the paddle back to the Arch. This trip will feature a route with both paved and gravel portions.

Details:

How often does this trip run? - Select weekend dates from April - November!

What are the dates for the STL Riverfront Trail (Gateway Arch to Chouteau Island) in 2025?

  • Sunday, August 3rd

Who is this trip best for? - This trip is best suited for people who have experience doing longer bicycling rides. Please check the descriptions above for your selected date and route regarding difficulty level. Provided you’re up for a challenge and at least 10 years old, all are welcome & no paddling experience needed.

Where and when does this trip start and end? - This trip starts at 9:00am and will end 6 hours after at the same location. The exact meetup location will be communicated 2 days before the trip.

What is included in this trip? - We provide all necessary safety and paddling gear including life jackets, paddles, and dry bags. Our experienced river guides will be available to you the entire trip to assist you and answer all of your questions. No need to worry about transportation as our crew will shuttle you and all of your gear for the day. Lunch is also included and we are able to accommodate most dietary restrictions.

What do I need to bring? - Please make sure you bring the following items with you on your trip:

Required Gear:

  • Bicycle and gear

  • River shoes/sandals with a backstrap, waterproof boots, or old sneakers that you don’t mind getting muddy or wet (NO FLIP FLOPS)

  • Weather appropriate clothing (We will have plenty of extra dry bags, so feel free to bring as many layers as you may need for comfort.)

  • Reusable water bottle

Suggested Gear:

  • Camera

  • Hat

  • Sunscreen/bug spray (weather permitting)

  • Swimsuit and towel (weather permitting)

  • Change of clothes

  • Dry bag or box for personal items

  • Cash to tip your awesome guides

How much does this trip cost? - $100 for adults, $90 for kids (under 18yo)