Lone Elk Park is closed until further notice due to a unruly young bull.
Eric Johnson, Director of St. Louis County Parks & Recreation, said elk mating season typical runs from September to October, but it’s running long for the young herd bull.
“It’s his first year as the herd bull and so he’s acting like a teenager right now and he’s very protective of the herd.” Johnson said. “So, both for his safety and for the safety of the public, we’re going to close it until things calm down.”
Even with increased signage, he says visitors have not been keeping away from the young male as of late…