Howell Island Conservation Area

#7554 among destinations in the United States

Island, Nature, Natural attraction, Protected area

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Howell Island Conservation Area protected area covering 2,547 acres and managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation on Howell Island located in the Missouri River in Boone Township, St. Charles County, Missouri, although the MDOC land surrounding the parking area is in St. Louis County. The island is bounded by the Missouri River on the north side and Centaur Chute to the south. The island is mostly forested in bottomland trees such as sycamore and cottonwood. ()

Established: 1978 (46 years ago)Coordinates: 38°39'41"N, 90°42'27"W

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MissouriUnited States

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Howell Island Conservation Area – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area, Weldon Spring, Weldon Spring Conservation Area.

4.8 miNW
National park
August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area
123 min walk • For those interested in learning more about the local flora and fauna, the park features educational nature trails and interpretive exhibits. Visitors can explore the diverse ecosystems of the area, from prairie grasslands to bottomland forests, and learn about the...
5.8 miNE
City
Weldon Spring
148 min walk • Weldon Spring is a city in St. Charles County, Missouri, United States. The population was 5,443 at the 2010 census.
3.4 miW
National park
Weldon Spring Conservation Area
88 min walk • Adventure seekers will find plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, from hiking and birdwatching to fishing and hunting. The area boasts a network of well-maintained trails that wind through diverse ecosystems, offering hikers a chance to spot a variety of...