Missouri is “the place” for outdoor enthusiasts. Missouri contains hundreds of conservation and natural areas; 50 state parks; the vast Mark Twain National Forest; the Ozark National Scenic Riverways; the Katy Trail, America’s longest rail-to-trail walking/biking trail at more than 225 miles; major sections of the Ozark Trail for those who enjoy hiking and backpacking; fishing from rainbow trout to bass, huge paddlefish to tiny sunfish; hunting from turkey to pheasant, deer to elk; vast wilderness areas to ancient swamp lands. If you can do it outdoors, you can do it in Missouri.
423 Fairy Cave Lane
Branson West 65737
Explore the world underground, as professional guides take you along lighted paths beside crystal formations. Don’t miss our gift shop, nature trails, gemstone mining, lookout tower, crawl mazes, picnic areas, and mini-golf.
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Fort Leonard Wood 65473
This cave contains archaeological evidence of human occupancy 7,000 B.C. to A.D. 1,400. Artifacts from this cave are displayed in the Smithsonian Institution, Washington D.C. Miller Cave is part of a cave complex in the bluffs above the Big Piney River along the southern boundary of Ft. Leonard Wood. It is one of the largest caves on Fort Leonard Wood; it is the only cave open to the public. A trail leads to the main entrance, in a bluff approximately 150 feet above the Big Piney River; two more openings face the river, affording a spectacular view of the river valley. See our Web site for directions.
115 Meramec Park Drive
Sullivan 63080
This cave includes a variety of outstanding cave formations, including columns of calcite deposits up to 30 feet tall. The park offers camping, dining, canoeing, lodging, trails and picnicking. Located within Meramec State Park, off Route 185.
Tours: $6; ages 13-19, $5; ages 6-12, $4.
823 Ozark Caverns Road
Linn Creek 65052
Traditional, children's, and adult tours are offered, all using hand-held lanterns. Bats, salamanders and interesting cave formations are features of this cave. Located in Lake of the Ozarks State Park, eight miles east of Linn Creek, off of Route A. Open April 16-Oct. 14.
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