4.5Lake Taneycomo(395 reviews) - Great lake with lots to do Bodies of Water
Beautiful lake with gorgeous banks. Lots to do on the shores for all ages. We did the jet boat ride and it was hands down our favorite thing we did. They take you out and do all kinds of spins and tricks as well as give you history about the lake as you go. See more..
4.5Remington Nature Center(120 reviews) - Nice Nature Center Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
Overlooking the Missouri River, this center caters to history and nature buffs alike. Peer into a 7,000-gallon freshwater aquarium; explore the history of the St. Joseph area; stand trunk to nose with a woolly mammoth replica. See our website for a complete listing of activities, sights and adventures. Please also visit our Facebook page.See more..
4.5Sequiota Park(74 reviews) - Beautiful little park Spent < 1 hour Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Caverns & Caves
This park surrounds a small pond with lots of geese. The trail runs along Lone Pine road and is quite popular for hikers and bikers. A small jungle gym type set-up popular with kids. Rocks to climb on. Just a terrific little park.See more..
4.5Truman Lake(66 reviews) - Beautiful lake! Bodies of Water
FIrst trip to this lake. Loved the area with lots of choices to fish and enjoy the lake. Loved the bridge across the lake near Clinton. Lots of things to do nearby as well. Beautiful lake to visit in Missouri!See more..
4.5Blue Spring(61 reviews) - Photos do not do it justice Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water
Absolutely stunning. Well worth the drive and short hike to see this spring. The water is crystal clear yet deep blue. We arrived early in the morning so there were not alot of other people around so we could enjoy the spring without alot of other people in our photos.See more..
4.5Stockton Lake(56 reviews) - Spent a week at a Lakehouse and on the Lake. Shoulda had sunblock.... Bodies of Water
The clear waters of Stockton Lake beckon visitors to water ski, scuba dive, swim, or fish. And Stockton State Park is the perfect place to do it. It’s a perfect place for sailing – with perpetual southwest breeze and a nationally recognized sailing school housed at the marina. Two boat launches make it easy to get in the water, as does a swimming beach. Want to stay on land? The park is great for photographing wildlife, picnicking with the family, or just reveling in the beauty of southern Missouri. The park also offers a range of lodging from campsites to cabins.See more..
Nestled in the Salt River Hills of north-central Missouri, Mark Twain State Park gives visitors access to sprawling Mark Twain Lake, as well as unparalleled outdoors activities. The terrain is covered by bluffs overlooking the lake and stands of oak, hickory and maple that are filled with white-tailed deer, turkey and other wildlife. Numerous picnic areas, two four-lane boat ramps and more than six miles of hiking trails with lake views offer something for everyone.See more..
4.5Lake Remembrance(54 reviews) - Walking the Dog Bodies of Water • Hiking Trails
Beautiful trail with lots of squirrels, birds, turtles and more to keep my pup amused. Needed to walk here a couple weeks earlier for the fall colors. Next year!!!See more..
With locations on both the Hermitage and Pittsburg sides of Pomme de Terre Lake, Pomme de Terre State Park offers a little bit of everything. A marina and boat ramps make it easy to get in the water and fish for bass, walleye, catfish, crappie, or muskie. Two public swimming beaches make for great places to cool off or laze the day away. Two hiking trails satisfy an appetite for adventure. And more than 240 campsites, two yurts and a lake house make the park ideal for multi-day getaways.See more..
5.0West City Park(32 reviews) - Nice Park with Multiple Uses Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water • Parks
We here at least once a month. A great place to walk or hike. Facility had athletic fields, playgrounds, fishing, picnic pavilions and a stage. Community holds concerts events here too! Only down downside is it looks like it needs a little sprucing up particularly the exercise trail.See more..
4.5Lake Wappapello(29 reviews) - "Huge lake with lots to see and do." Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Bodies of Water
A place to sleep under the stars. A place to fish. A place to hike, to mountain bike, to backpack, to camp. Lake Wappapello has a little something for everyone. Blue waters and abundant fish make the lake ideal for fisherman who want to fish for crappie, catfish and bass. Miles of trails throughout the park offer great scenery and picturesque views.See more..
4.5Current River(28 reviews) - A Beautiful Natural Wonder Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water
I've traveled to many places and I've seen many natural wonders, but I would rank Current River up there with almost any of them. The clear water running through the beautiful canyons is picturesque. I love to find a quiet place on the river away from the crowds and parties and set up a gravel bar camp. I wouldn't recommend the Van Buren part of current river unless you like crowds. Some people really like that, but I'm more into being alone in nature. The small mouth fishing is great, and the river just feels like home. It never gets old.See more..
With views of the scenic Current River and a history as a corporate retreat, Current River State Park offers a peaceful haven for today’s visitor. The park is built around the former retreat of the Alton Box Board Co. of Alton, Ill. Constructed during the late 1930s and early 1940s, the Alton Club buildings themselves reflect the rustic architectural style used by the National Park Service in the early part of the 20th century. Today’s visitors to Current River State Park can enjoy hiking trails, two lakes and picnic sites. Park staff provides tours of the historic Alton Club buildings and explains the park’s history.See more..
4.0Longview Lake(27 reviews) - Lovely bike trail of six miles Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water
Longview Lake Park in Lee’s Summit provides a variety of recreational opportunities including water sports on a beautiful lake. I enjoyed the about six-mile bike trail on the western side of the lake. The trail is hard-packed gravel and maintained smooth. It may have runoff dips in case of heavy rains. The south end of the trail connects up with Meadowmere Park in Gladstone, which has another mile or so of blacktop trails. The trail is also great for walking and offers opportunities for watching birds living in the lush vegetation. Longview Lake Trail is a lovely slow bike ride fully enjoyable over the whole length.See more..
Wow! What a wonderful facility. Rifle/pistol ranges looked very nice. I shot trap at the shotgun range. Well maintained modern equipment; pleasant staff. Can't believe $3 user fee.See more..
4.0Roubidoux Creek & Spring(25 reviews) - one of the best little stops along historic route 66 and so peacefu Bodies of Water
The area is fantastic to be able to kick back and relax and to take the hicking trail from the Spring along the Roubidoux Creek all the down to the historic bridge at Historic Route 66. There are many information signs about the Trail of Tears encapment at this location. Having a handicap area set aside for fishing was outstanding and the park is very clean and there is a restroom at teh top of the Spring along with a small pavilion to sit and have a meal. The creek us jsut west of the town square that has restaurants ( A great German resturant, plus a historic former stage coach stop, then later a military hospital during the civil war and now a museum. l.See more..
4.5Smithville Lake(24 reviews) - Awesome place to bike and hike Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water • Beaches
Very nice Lake. We use the trails around the lake very often! Very nicely paved trails as well as dirt trails. Highly recommend this place for hiking and biking. The fishing is supposed to be good although I do not fish.See more..
4.5Castor River Shut-Ins(15 reviews) - Fantastic for Adventure Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
Beautiful and so fun. I would suggest that if you have a child under three you bring a wagon or make sure you have a backpack as the trail down is a bit of a hike. Also, encourage each older child to bring their own backpack with all of the essentials (a small net for catching minnows, goggles, snorkel, float or tube, towel and lunch). You may also want to bring a wagon if you have a big load, there were several parked at the end of the trail. Make sure everyone has water shoes! Just a wonderful day in the great outdoors. Lots to see and explore for older children who can swim. Very limited for tots as it can be dangerous because the rocks are slippery and the water does move. Beautiful water falls! Go visit but remember no facilities - you need to bring everything you need.See more..
4.0Elk River(12 reviews) - You don't have to pay a resort in order to enjoy Elk River. It is free for all. Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water
Elk River snakes its way through Southwest Missouri and is the biggest attraction in Noel. You can bring your own canoe, swim gear, etc., and use it for free, or you can rent canoes from one of many local vendors who will also supply transportation if one of your party doesn't want to do the extra drive. What my dad did on some of our trips was have someone with a second car help out, so we didn't have to pay for a canoe plus bus ride back, but if you only have one vehicle, you can use the services. Dad's method: Drive to where we planned to stop. Leave one car there. Drive back to starting point, park car and launch the canoe(s) etc. Once we got to our destination, the car was there so someone could drive back, get the main car, and you can imagine the rest. The point of reviewing the river itself is to remind everyone that Elk River is free. There are many free launch points. You can find them easily once you get to Noel.See more..
We love this whole place but our favorite part is the Alley Springs area and the Jack's Fork River. You can canoe/float the Current and Jack's Fork, hike, walk the trails or picnic. There is literally something for everyone here.See more..
5.0Blue Spring(8 reviews) - Deepest spring in the area--peaceful surrounding Bodies of Water
Blue Spring has a mirror like surface, and is at least 350 feet deep. The water is deep blue to emerald, depending on the depth of the area you are looking at. it is an easy walk from the parking area. Although there are many signs warning against swimming, fishing, and wading, campers on the nearby gravel bar will often come in swimsuits, bringing their beer and noise. A place like this should be treated with the greatest respect, and if you do so, you will be rewarded with moments of peace and serenity. Not to be missed.See more..
4.5Van Buren Riverfront Park(8 reviews) - Great place to watch the river!! Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water • Beaches
We love to stop here for a break from our trip, get some ice cream at Jolly Cone in Van Buren, and just enjoy the scenery, the boaters, the floaters, and the serenity of the river.See more..
4.0Greenville Recreation Area(7 reviews) - Family Camping Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
A great family camping site! Or even great for a day visit. It is built around a old town, so it has a lot of historical back ground and features foundations and steps of old buildings. It has a lot of bike trails. It is a great place for fall or early spring camping. Very family geared, not a lot of partying and drinking going on. We feel safe at this site. It has water and electric sites, however no septic hook up. You have to go to the dump station. No swimming at site, you have to go down the road a bit, which is why we go in the fall and take advantage of biking and hiking trails.See more..
4.5Greer Spring(7 reviews) - Beautiful spring after a hike Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
We stumbled here while on a trip to another location. This spring is beautiful. It doesn't not say swimming but I saw other families there. It is about a 40? minute hike to get to the spring. Warning there is poison ivy along the trail. I wish we had brought out suits as after hiking to this location, I would have loved to cool off in the water. See more..
Nice place to just kick back, and enjoy some fun fishing. Lots of good spots to catch fish. A peaceful place.See more..
2.5The Offsets(5 reviews) - Amazing Hidden Gem Bodies of Water
The Offsets are not easy to find. But well worth the search! Just be sure the ice is thawed before diving in!See more..
3.5Shelbina Lake(3 reviews) - Much to do in a small town Bodies of Water Camping, fishing, golfing, beautiful views, playgrounds...for a small town, we are blessed with such a wonderful facility! See more..
4.0West Plains Aquatic Park(3 reviews) - I like it Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water • Parks
I love that pool and the big pool the water was freezing cold it was like 22 ° if the water warmed up a little that would be perrfectSee more..
4.5Little Prairie Conservation Area(2 reviews) - Great hiking and picnic area Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas A little bit of wilderness close to town. We let the dogs off the leash, hiking around the lake. Then enjoyed a picnic.See more..
5.0D.C. Rogers Lake(1 review) - Hidden 185 acre gem Bodies of Water
Beautiful lake just west of Fayette, MO. Lovely views, picnic shelters, boat ramps, camp grounds, and firearm/archery range. No swimming, but boating and fishingSee more..
5.0Wonder Pay Lakes(1 review) - Church Outing was Great Bodies of Water Out of the way Lake and restaurant. Great food and the owner was great to talk with. Worth the trip. May need to reserve a space on week-end nights in the summer. See more..
4.0Grindstone Lake(1 review) - Short day trip visit Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water
Went for a short day trip to this conservation area. Lots of waterfowl like cormorants, herons, seagulls, and geese. Mussel shells abundant in the water and shoreline. Fishing available. Hiking is available but trails are not traveled. Very lovely nature area. Could do for a clean up. At 209 acres, it was a fairly short visit but nice.See more..
4.0Miller Community Lake(1 review) - Great Fishing Hole Spent 2-3 hours State Parks • Bodies of Water
Great place to take your kids or your grandpa fishing. We caught a bunch of bluegill and a couple small bass. There are catfish here too. There is a hiking trail around the lake that's nice too. No swimming and electric motors only on boats.See more..
Paddling Center(0 review) Speciality & Gift Shops • Bodies of Water A full canoe and kayak outdoor center with demo pool, river trips, lake kayaking, in a full Table Rock Lake resort setting.See more..
