This 53‑mile ride loops around and through Johnson’s Shut‑Ins State Park, giving you a front‑row look at one of the most unique landscapes in the Ozarks. The route winds through the rugged terrain of the St. Francois Mountains, where ancient volcanic rock, narrow valleys, and wild, undeveloped forest create a setting unlike anywhere else in Missouri. Riding through the park feels both scenic and remote, with the Shut‑Ins themselves offering a striking glimpse of the area’s geology and wilderness character. It’s a compact loop with a big sense of place — the kind of ride that sticks with you long after you’re back home.