The 12 Most Incredible Natural Attractions In Missouri That Everyone Should Visit
Missouri is full of amazing and beautiful natural attractions. We have many awesome state parks, conservation areas, and even a national forest all open for public use. It’s hard to pick which amazing location to visit next but here are 12 natural attractions that we have featured before compiled into one action packed list. Summer is the best time to experience all the natural beauty Missouri has to offer, so get out there and start making memories!
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Located in the Mark Twain National Forest,
Marble Creek Recreation Area is a beautiful place to camp out this summer.
Check out the amazing hiking trails and cool off in Marble Creek located right off the campsites. Click
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Taum Sauk Mountain is Missouri's highest point of elevation. Located in Ironton you will be blown away by the beautiful views and natural waterfalls. Click
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Echo Bluff State Park is Missouri's newest park and is full of awesome activities and beautiful surroundings. Click
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This awesome swimming hole is another example of a "shut-in." Beat the heat and take your family and friends to cool off under the falls. Click
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Missouri summers can get hot and the humidity can be intense. Luckily, in the cave state you can head underground for perfect temperatures year round. If you haven't sipped wine underground this is an experience you can't afford to miss. Click
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Long ago Missouri was covered in natural prairies. Overtime, development has nearly wiped away our natural habitats. If you want to see what Missouri looked like in it's former glory be sure to visit the Prairie Garden Trust in New Bloomfield. Click
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Bennett Springs State Park is one of Missouri's most popular trout fishing destinations. With awesome trails and great swimming holes this park should be on your Missouri bucket list. Click
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Another beautiful state park is the Rockbridge Memorial State Park. Hike the awesome trails that lead to the cool and enchanting Devi's Icebox. Click
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Arcadia Valley is one of Missouri's most beautiful destinations.
Find Johnson's Shut-Ins and Elephant Rock State Park there as well as hundreds of camp grounds and hiking trails throughout the area. Click
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Located in North County St. Louis is Columbia Bottom Conservation Area. Right now you can visit and see the beautiful sunflower field or just take in the amazing scenery around the Mississippi River. Click
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Another natural treasure in southeastern Missouri is the Devil's Honeycomb Trail. This is a geological wonder you will have to see for yourself. Click
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Doqwood Canyon is an amazing nature park near the Arkansas boarder. Check out beautiful waterfalls and endless activities before having dinner at the Mill and Canyon Grill Restaurant.Click
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Have you been to any of these 12 natural attractions? Which places have been your favorite? Let us know in the comments below!
If you’re looking for more awesome outdoor attractions in Missouri check out these 12 things to do in Missouri this summer.
