We’ve got it pretty good in Missouri, especially when it comes to all there is to do. And, even if we’ve got a tight budget, we can still find plenty to do that doesn’t cost a thing. In fact, some of the coolest things – like Elephant Rocks – you’ll ever see has no price tag. Pack a picnic lunch; slip on your hiking boots; and plan a visit to this breathtaking state park in Missouri that you won’t soon forget.

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Let’s take a look at what it’s like to walk around Elephant Rocks:

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The Coolest Attractions in Missouri

What are the coolest hidden attractions in Missouri?

The coolest hidden attractions in Missouri include:

  • Painted Rock Conservation Area. You’ll need to do a bit of hiking to get here, but the views are well worth it.
  • McBaine Burr Oak. This massive and gorgeous old oak tree is over 300 years old and is the oldest living tree in the state.
  • Hickory Canyons Natural Area. Located near Ste. Genevieve, this place has several trails with lovely waterfalls along the way.
  • Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden. Few things are as beautiful as a well-manicured Japanese garden and this one is no exception.

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What are the strangest roadside attractions in Missouri?

The strangest roadside attractions in Missouri include:

  • Boathenge. That’s right. It’s a replica of Stonehenge…made out of boats. You’ll find it in the town of Easley.
  • Metal Dinosaur. This is a dinosaur made of scrap metal and there’s a metal warrior with a horned helmet and a bow and arrow hunting it.
  • The Awakening. This is a metal sculpture of a giant man either clawing his way out of or sinking into the earth.
  • Castle Northmoor. Located in Kansas City, this odd castle has a tower with several stone bear heads and oil paintings of knights.

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What are the coolest underrated attractions in Missouri?

The coolest underrated attractions in Missouri include:

  • The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures. This is the largest collection of antique toys in America and is a wonderful palace for nostalgia.
  • Seal Life. This aquarium in Kansas city has more than 30 exhibits where you can learn about and interact with all manner of sea creatures.
  • Laura Ingalls Wilder Home and Museum. Come see the place where the “Little House on the Prairie” books were written.
  • Lone Elk Park. If you’re into wildlife, come here to see elk, deer, wild turkeys, bison, and much more. 

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