This Road Trip Will Give You The Best Missouri Beach Day You've Ever Had
By Beth Price-Williams|Published June 22, 2022
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
It doesn’t get much better than a Missouri beach day – no matter where we live in the state. After all, summertime’s just meant for relaxing on a sandy beach, cooling off in crystal clear water, and soaking up the sun.
You should be able to easily complete this Missouri road trip in a single day. However, you can always make a night or a weekend of it. Drive time clocks in at just over 2.5 hours, so you’ll have plenty of time at each destination. Here is the Google Map, which you can easily customize.
Grand Falls may not be a typical sandy beach, but it is THE place to be on the hottest days of the summer. Nothing quite compares, after all, to swimming in the base of a waterfall on a hot day. Take a peek at the fun that awaits at Grand Falls.
A summer beach day wouldn't be complete without a cold treat - and maybe a burger to go with it. All Aboard Burgers and Ice Cream is a fun train-themed stop the whole family will love. Eat inside the former train depot or enjoy the outdoor breeze. The kiddos can even ride a miniature train. Read more about this unique Missouri restaurant in our previous article.
Our next stop brings us to the sandy shore of Moonshine Beach, which leads into Table Rock Lake. Bring your beach towel or chair and umbrella along. The beach also features a volleyball net and picnic tables nearby. You might even want to build a sandcastle. Get a glimpse of the fun that awaits at Moonshine Beach in our previous article.
Table Rock Lake boasts several swimming beaches (none with lifeguards), so you might want to explore beyond Moonshine Beach. It's also provides the perfect backdrop for sailing, boating, and even tubing. Discover some of the activities you can enjoy on Table Rock Lake.
By now you're probably good and hungry. Can you think of a better spot to grab a meal than on the water? Indian Point Floating Cafe dishes up a range of hearty meals, AND you'll be treated to some amazing views. Learn more about this floating Missouri restaurant in our previous article.
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6. Branson Ferris Wheel
Branson Ferris Wheel, 3335 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616, USA
Cap off a beautiful beach day in Missouri with some of the most gorgeous views of Branson, glittering against the nightime sky, on the Branson Ferris Wheel. Plan your visit to the Branson Ferris Wheel.
What do you think makes the best Missouri beach day? Let us know in the comments! Did you know that we also have a white sand beach? Yep, plan a visit to Missouri’s Klondike Park.
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