One of the most frustrated experiences in life is when you plan a relaxing day in nature and you arrive only to learn that it's crowded. That kind of defeats the purpose of hiking and getting away from civilization. This is a bit of a catch 22. If I share little-known hiking places in Missouri, many would argue that I'm making them too known which will convert them into popular crowded gathering spots. I understand that sentiment, but that's wildly overestimating my popularity (or lack thereof).