Whether man-made or naturally occurring, Missouri definitely has some beautiful lakes. You can sit lake-side, go boating, fishing or swimming, or just enjoy the view.
During the summer, there's nothing better than tubing in Missouri. Did you know that Missouri has 30 waterways that are recommended for floating and canoeing by the Missouri Canoe & Floaters Association? That's a lot of water ... and a lot of float trips in Missouri.
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Sure, summer in the Show-Me State is all about epic barbecues and cookouts, trips to the local pool or lake, and plenty of day trips around the state, but on those days when you want to stay cool while embarking on an adventure, there's nothing better than climbing into an inner tube and setting off down a natural lazy river. We recommend you make a beeline for the Current River, where you can set off on one of the longest float trips in Missouri. If you don't want the adventure to end, camp out at this water playground, too. Ready for the adventure of the summer?
Explore the Current River on a tube, a raft, a kayak, or a canoe with KC's on the Current in Donophan. The company offers several different float trips in Missouri.
We love tubing in Missouri, and KC's on the Current offers some of the best.
Prefer meandering down the Current on a tube? You'll only have one choice: the six-mile float that takes between four and five hours. Choose between several tubes, too, including the regular, the cooler, and the Cadillac.
If you're up for a longer adventure, set off on a kayak or a canoe on the six-mile, 12-mile, or 21-mile float trip, the latter of which typically takes seven to eight hours.
There's no better way to cool off on a hot day than a float trip in Missouri.
Have you been on one of KC's On The Current's Missouri float trips? Do you agree that it's one of the best float trips in Missouri? Share your experience in the comments! For more summertime fun, follow one of the best hiking trails in Missouri.
A leisurely day at the beach just might be the most idyllic way to spend a scorching summer day in Missouri. But some of the most popular beaches can get crowded, and we find ourselves elbow to elbow with others who just want to combat the rising temperatures. You might not have that problem when you visit this remote lake in Kaolin Township, MO. You might, in fact, be on the verge of meeting your new favorite summer destination.
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Make your way to Mark Twain National Forest next time you're craving an old-fashioned beach day. That's where you'll find...
The beach is just a small part of the larger 10,860-acre Council Bluff Recreation Area.
Keep an eye out for the parking lot that will lead you to Chapel Hill Beach, a sandy stretch of beach that spans 1.25 acres. It's just a short stroll from your car to the beach.
For some of the best views of the lake, follow the Council Bluff Trail. The 12-mile trail is considered between easy and moderate due to some rocky terrain and climbs.
When the weather in Kaolin Township, MO heats up, you'll find us cooling off at Council Bluff Lake. Have you been to this remote lake in Missouri? What did you think? Let us know in the comments!
While you're in Iron County, consider going on an epic adventure to Royal Gorge. It is a beautiful area of Missouri that we can't keep to ourselves any longer.
