Getting Here
Driving Directions

Shaw Nature Reserve is on I-44 in Gray Summit, Missouri, approximately 32 miles southwest of the Missouri Botanical Garden (in St. Louis) and 22 miles west of the I-44/I-270 interchange. The Gray Summit I-44 exit 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 Phillips 66) 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 Phillips 66) and go 50 yards to the large iron gates on the left side of the road.

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Restaurants near us:

A map of restaurant locations near Shaw Nature Reserve

Hawthorne Inn
(636) 451-0004
123 Front St.
Labadie, MO 63055		The Hawthorn Inn is about 10 minutes from the Nature Reserve. The food is delicious, the prices are reasonable, and the atmosphere is casual. Open seven days a week.
3 Brothers
(636) 451-0100
117 Front St.
Labadie, MO 63055
A new casual restaurant with great reviews about 10 minutes from the Nature Reserve. Lunch prices $6-$10. Closed Tuesdays.
D'angelos Pizza
(636) 257-4466
101 East Union St.
Pacific, MO 63069		Delivery ~ Dine In ~ Carry Out
Pizza, Pasta, Salads, Subs, Foccacia
Open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Closed Sundays.
Gourmet Cafe
(636) 390-9131
1381 High St.
Washington, MO 63090		Unique Flavor of the Southwest, Sandwiches to 4- 5 Course Meals, Vegetarian Available, Full Service, Customized Catering.
Hay Market
Restaurant
(636) 938-6661
4901 Six Flags Rd.
Eureka, MO 63025		A full-service facility featuring a diverse selection of American cuisine that will satisfy diners of any age. Hours: Monday through Sunday 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Great Pacific Coffee
Company
(636) 257-9911
220 South First St.
Pacific, MO 63069		Serves drinks, sandwiches and dessert. Hours: Monday through Thursday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.,
Friday 7 a.m. to 12 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 a.m., Sunday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The Depot Cafe
(636) 271-9161
109 E. St. Louis St.
Pacific, MO 63069
A good place for breakfast or lunch. Hours: Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Saturday  5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Fast-food Restaurants nearby:
Pizza Hut, New China, Taco Bell, McDonald's, Hardees, Subway, Dominoes, KFC and Burger King.

Ask at the Visitors Center for directions.