at Missouri State Parks
Missouri State Parks strives to provide accessible outdoor recreation for all. Track chairs are electronic off-road chairs that allow visitors with limited mobility the opportunity to explore designated trails throughout select state parks and historic sites. These chairs can help visitors access trails that may not be suitable for traditional wheelchairs. Missouri State Parks currently has three track chairs in place across the state.
Track chairs can be reserved two days in advance, free of charge. The chairs are available to anyone with a mobility need. People less than 18 years of age must be accompanied by a legal guardian while using the chair. Park staff are not available to help with transfer to or from the chair. If you require special accommodation for transfer into the track chair, you must provide someone who has the ability to assist in the transfer process.
The track chair is available for use at the following facilities:
Battle of Lexington State Historic Site, Lexington, MO.
The track chair provides access to Battlefield Trail and the Anderson House walkway, and is available for use June 1 through Oct. 31, Tuesday through Sunday. Due to battery life, the chair can be reserved for two hours at a time. Click the link below to see where the track chair can be used at this facility.
How to Reserve:
The track chair is available by calling the visitor center at 660-259-4654 48 hours in advance. Chair users should meet park staff at the visitor center to provide picture identification, and for a brief orientation of the chair's operation. The track chair cannot be used in the rain. If it is raining, you will need to contact the visitor center and reschedule your reservation.
Bryant Creek State Park, Ava, Mo.
The track chair provides access to Pinewoods Trail and the overlook and is available for use June 1 through Oct. 31, Thursday through Saturday. Due to battery life, the chair can be reserved for two hours at a time. Click the link below to see where the track chair can be used at this facility.
How to Reserve:
The track chair is available by calling the park office at 417-683-2520 48 hours in advance. Chair users should meet staff at the Pinewoods Trail trailhead to provide picture identification, and for a brief orientation of the chair's operation. The track chair cannot be used in the rain. If it is raining, you will need to contact the park office and reschedule your reservation.
Elephant Rocks State Park, Belleview, Mo.
The track chair provides access to portions of Braille Trail and a short spur on Engine House Ruins Trail and is available for use June 1 through Oct. 31, Friday, through Sunday. Due to battery life, the chair can be reserved for two hours at a time. Click the link below to see where the track chair can be used at this facility.
How to Reserve:
The track chair is available by calling the park at 573-546-3454 48 hours in advance. Chair users should meet park staff at the Braille Trail trailhead to provide picture identification, and for a brief orientation of the chair's operation. The track chair cannot be used in the rain. If it is raining, you will need to contact the park and reschedule your reservation.
Riding Tips
An enjoyable experience outdoors begins with safety. The following guidelines must be followed at all times:
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Always ride within your abilities.
- Remember to share the trail by giving nonmotorized trail users the right of way.
- Stay on designated trails, as riding off the trail damages the resource.
- Pack it in, pack it out.
- Consider bringing a water bottle, insect repellent, sunscreen and snacks.
- Check the weather forecast before leaving. Recent rainfall could impact your reservation.
- Riders under the age of 18 must have a parent, guardian or ward with them.