We all need a little bit of natural beauty in our lives. Fortunately, Missouri’s bursting with natural beauty – from its thousands of caves to gushing waterfalls. You’ll also find hidden gems tucked in all corners of the state. Devil’s Honeycomb, a beautiful natural gem, is definitely a bucket list-worthy, otherworldly destination in Missouri.
Perched atop the highest point of Hughes Mountain, in Irondale, Devil’s Honeycomb is a natural wonder you really have to see and to experience to believe.
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Devil’s Honeycomb is a series of Precambrian rock outcrops that date back more than 1.5 billion years. To reach the geological wonder, you’ll hike the Devil’s Honeycomb Trail.
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The trail spans just over 1.5 miles and boasts such scenery as wildflowers, glades, and forested areas. Some hikers rate the trail as easy while others consider it moderate.
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Slip on a pair of sturdy hiking boots or shoes, because you’ll have to deal with some rocky terrain, including loose rocks and roots sticking out of the ground.
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Once you make it through the wooded area, you’ll be out in the open. That means you may get pretty hot on a sunny day, so don’t forget your sunscreen and bottled water.
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However, the journey’s definitely worth it for the views that await you. The rock outcroppings of Devil’s Honeycomb were created by ancient volcanoes.
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Keep an eye out for local wildlife on your hike. You might run across grasshoppers and a variety of lizards. Listen for the melody of the prairie warblers, too.
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Click here for the official website of Hughes Mountain. Or, go here for Facebook.
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Do you have a favorite otherworldly destination in Missouri? Tell us about it in the comments! If you’re up for another otherworldly adventure, embark on the White Tail Trail near Kansas City.
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Address: 13706 State Hwy M, Irondale, MO 63648, USA
