Get off the road a couple extra mikes and park and enjoy the 1/4 mile walk back to bridge and enjoy…read morethe outside beauty on your long drive. Well done park.

Quiet, clean, and friendly camping area. Very nice shower and washroom facilities! Found this…read moreplace in the middle of the night. Woke up to a gorgeous morning with the birds singing, small rabbits hopping around, etc. One of my kids wandered a little far for my liking while he took photos. Some locals said you really had to watch out for the ability to sink down and get stuck in the mud, so they helped look for him when he didn't come back to the campsite on-time. Turns out he was fine -- just lost track of time having fun exploring. :)

Great place to boat. Nice big lake, had it pretty much all to ourselves when we were there…read more Beautiful. Don't expect a lot of action, such as at Lake of the Ozarks. This is a quiet lake with no business or houses on it. There is a campground that looks nice. We drove through but didn't camp, so can't rate that part. Would like to take our boat back again sometime!

This Missouri State Historic Site honors the boyhood home and memory of Gen. John Pershing…read more Pershing was a notable officer that served during World War I. When we stopped in the small town of Laclede, the buildings were closed unfortunately, but there is a well marked walking tour. His boyhood Gothic Gingerbread home has been preserved. Nearby the house stands a statue of Pershing surrounded by a War memorial. Nearby, is the small schoolhouse where Pershing taught school before joining the military. The schoolhouse is filled with exhibits describing Pershing's life. A block west is a museum (that was closed) and a memorial garden that describes and honors service people that are buried abroad, a passion of Pershing. The garden is filled with symbolic calyrops and poppies. I recommend checking the hours to take advantage of the museum and tours of the home. There is parking and even a picnic table with grill if you want to have a meal. The grounds are accessible. I enjoyed learning about Pershing and his humble beginnings. The park and markers are well done. Plan 1-2 hours depending on whether the museum is open.

I certainly wish that Laclede, MO was closer to Kansas City so the Pershing Boyhood Home could…read morecross generate tourism with the National WW1 Memorial and Museum. This Missouri state historical site is governed by the MO parks department and is a wonderful little stop just a mile off US 36. The square block sits in the heart of this small town - population 345. The home is preserved and is next to an old church, the visitors center, and a veterans memorial surrounds a large statue of General Pershing; one of Missouri's most important native son's and a man that modern Europe will be forever be indebted to. It's worth a stop, you could easily see the highlights in a 5 minute trip off the highway or spend an hour to learn the story.

What a lovely spot to enjoy the outdoors! The view of the river along with 3 different counties is…read morebreathtaking! Have a little one? There's a playground for them! Have a toddler? Also, they have a playground for them! Like to watch baseball? Sit in the stands or bring a chair. Want to picnic? There's a place for that as well. You can't go wrong when you visit the parks here in Boonville Missouri!

We had some extra time waiting to meet up with family and a park seemed like a much better place…read morefor that than a fast-food joint. A local's recommendation led us here, and once we found our way off the main roads back here, it was exactly what we wanted. (Finding it's not that hard; follow the casino and historical marker signs and be patient. It's only about a mile off the main drag.) I only got to see part of this 31 acre park, but what I saw was great--several picnic shelters, BBQ pits, kids' play structures (including one with a mini rock-climbing wall! photo pending), and baseball diamonds. A great place to relax, watch a game, or meet friends. TRIVIA: This park is on the National Registry of Historic Places, and from its high point, you can see the start of the Santa Fe Trail.

I take my granddaughters here every chance I get. Love playing in the water in the caves. And they…read morelove the pathways and steps. I usually end up carrying one or both back out as they are exhausted. Afterwards a nice nap had by all!

Rock Bridge State Park is one of my favorite Missouri trials because of the views and…read moreaccessibility. This park is wonderful for people of all ages; especially for families! We love exploring the Devil's Icebox Cave and the Sinkhole short trail. There are parts on the trail that are easily accessible by following the wood-planked walkway, but there are also "off the beaten path" trails and spots to ride your bike. Rock Bridge State Park is absolutely beautiful and is a "Must Visit" outdoor spot in Columbia, MO!

Dramatic terrain dominates this park. Mixed hardwood and some cedar glades fill deep drainage…read moregullies to the creeks. Good trail system, facilities, and a lake make for an enjoyable outing anytime of year.

Very nice state park to have family picnics and events. They have a beach for swimming, as well as…read morecamping areas and playgrounds. Kept up well.

This is a great park for walking, jogging, and leisurely fishing. The park is a large loop with…read moremultiple views around the trails. I loved that you could walk across the lake via bridge or walk around it completely. The playground is more for kids 4-10 but with a watchful eye littles 1-3 can have a blast too. There looked like construction for the littles playground coming in the spring. Dogs are allowed on leash so let the dogs out and be sure to clean up after them. This park is very accessible but I did not check the restroom to see if they were accessibly friendly.

Oh wow came here on vacation what a beautiful spot. The area is just peaceful and quiet. We had a…read morepicnic It was well maintained. A must to visit

This is a multi-use community park that also hosts a variety of regional sports and special events…read more The community benefits include playgrounds, picnic pavilions, a basketball court, baseball/softball fields, a paved walking track, skate park, beach volleyball courts, seasonal aquatic center, tennis courts, soccer fields...and more! There's a lot here for local residents and groups. Fairground also hosts a country fair and rodeo. It offers RV camping, Key to its position as a regional destination it's well maintained, clean, and convenient. Picnic facilities, playgrounds, and restrooms are spread throughout the park.

This was a great stop to make on our road trip. Park, pavilion and picnic tables were clean…read more Perfect for our kids ages 1-7. The walking path was great for stretching our legs.

Wonderful adventures, great tours, highly recommend the area. Beautiful scenery magnificent history.read more

Wonderful park with beautiful views. Stayed in the Puma Campground on a family campsite. We had a…read morebeautiful time.