Shaw Nature Reserve, formerly known as Shaw Arboretum, is a private nature reserve located on 2,400 acres in Gray Summit, Missouri, that is operated as an extension of the Missouri Botanical Garden.
Shaw Nature Reserve-Specific Regulations:
Please note: No Smoking. No Dogs. Please follow Shaw Nature Reserve’s rules at all times.
The park will be open at 7:30 am for all racers and participants.
Directions:
It is approximately 22 miles west of the I-44/I-2170 interchange in south St. Louis. The Gray Summit I-44 exist is #253, just two exits west of Six Flags (Allenton/Eureka).
- Westbound I-44 from exit ramp, turn left, crossing over I-44. Turn right at the intersection (at the Mobil) and go 50 yards to the large iron gates on the left side of the road.
- Eastbound I-44, from exit ramp #253, turn right at top of ramp and then another right at at intersection (at the Mobil) and go 50 yards to the large iron gates on the left side of the road.
Parking for the event will be on the Southeast side of the park, accessible through the main entrance.
The Shaw Nature Reserve
307 Pinetum Loop Rd,
Gray Summit, MO 63039
(314) 577-9555