Valles Mines, Missouri, U S A
Founded in 1749 by Francois Valle in the French Upper Louisiana before Lewis and Clark. 275 years later the Valle Mining Company's 4000+ acre property every year absorbs 21,000 tons of carbon dioxide and generates
14,000 tons of oxygen, enough to meet the needs of 63,000 people. [USDA Forest Facts]
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Need a ride? This is a VERY LONG walk.

Transport by 4 wheel drive available. Advance booking required. (New Number: 636-551-8705).

From "Tunnels on the MoPac:Part 4"

Spring 2011, Vol. 36, No.1 issue of "The Eagle", the official publication of the Missouri Pacific Historical Society The Valles Mines Tunnel The Valles Mines Tunnel The Valles Mines Tunnel The Valles Mines Tunnel