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With more than 90 state parks and historic sites, Missouri is filled with opportunities to explore natural wonders and places of historical importance. Whether you enjoy taking in some of Missouri’s natural beauty or prefer to expand your mind while learning about the state’s rich history - there are so many possibilities to enjoy your own Field Trip.
That’s why we’ve put together a list of 10 places where you can take a moment to disconnect from reality and reconnect with the world of wonder around you. All without having to leave the Show Me State! Not every adventure requires you to bake in the sun. And while none require you to get baked, we can almost guarantee they’ll be more fun if you are.
Many of the cool spots we discuss are wheelchair accessible. We’ve also included indoor adventures for those who prefer to take their Field Trip indoors. Whatever your vibe may be, there are no limits to how simple or intense your adventure needs to be.
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1. Roaring River State Park
Barry County, MO
Receiving more than 1.9 million visitors in 2021, Roaring River State Park is the most-visited state park in Missouri. One big reason for its popularity is that the river is stocked with rainbow trout daily during the park’s fishing season (March 1st - October 31st). The park’s catch-and-release season starts on the second Friday in November and ends on the second Monday in February. In addition to fishing, Roaring River State Park also offers:
- Scenic hiking trails - with scenic, geological, and historical features that include caves, an old homestead, and a number of natural habitats
- Camping - basic and electric as well as sewer/electric/water campsites
- Horseback riding
- Scheduled fishing events
- Wildlife programs & hatchery tours
- A lodge and restaurant
- Park store that sells fishing permits and tags, fishing tackle, and camping supplies
Pets are welcome at Roaring River State Park, but they must be leashed at all times. If you plan on checking out the park, keep in mind that mosquitoes, ticks, and chiggers are common between the months of April and October. Click here to learn more about Roaring River State Park.
2. Dogwood Canyon Nature Park
Lampe, MO
An outdoor paradise, Dogwood Nature Park is situated on 10,000 scenic acres in Lampe, Missouri. Dogwood is home to crystal clear streams, cascading waterfalls - as well as a range of wildlife that includes Dogwood canyon bison, elf, and longhorn. Conservation is their mission, and their purpose is to “promote and protect the natural environment of the canyon’s wildlife and plant life.” So, if you want to enjoy the scenery and serenity of the Ozark Mountains in their true form, Dogwood Canyon Nature Park might be the place for you.
In addition to wildlife and beautiful scenery, Dogwood Canyon Nature Park also offers:
- Nine miles of nature trails
- Six miles of paved paths for walking and biking (rentals available)
- Wildlife Tram Tour through wildlife area home to bison, elk, and longhorn
- Segway Tours - 90-minute guided tour through the park
- Horseback riding - guided tours through ridges, hollows, and old logging roads
- Trout fishing - Self-guided and guided fishing adventures
- Education - Field Trips, camps, and Homeschool Edventures
Click here to learn more about Dogwood Canyon Nature Park.
3. Ha Ha Tonka State Park
Camdenton, MO
Home to Missouri’s 12th largest spring, Ha Ha Tonka State Park is a geological wonderland that features caves, sinkholes, a natural bridge, and the ruins of a stone castle. Actually, in case you were wondering about the park’s unique name, it is named after this castle. Filled with natural wonders and a rich history, the park offers impressive views that include the Lake of the Ozarks and Ha Ha Tonka Spring.
In addition to the natural spring and castle, Ha Ha Tonka State Park offers:
- Many trails and boardwalks that make it easy to experience the park’s beauty
- 20 picnic sites scattered throughout the park perfect for a relaxing lunch
- A fishing dock and various access points for fishing in the Lake of the Ozarks
- Kayak rentals - single and tandem kayaks available April - October
- Special use camping areas designed for group camping and campers with disabilities (Nonprofit and youth groups receive priority)
- Boating in the Lake of the Ozarks, with docks available at the castle ruins and spring
Click here to learn more about Ha Ha Tonka State Park.
4. Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge
Forest City, MO
Home to Missouri’s 12th largest spring, Ha Ha Tonka State Park is a geological wonderland that features caves, sinkholes, a natural bridge, and the ruins of a stone castle. Actually, in case you were wondering about the park’s unique name, it is named after this castle. Filled with natural wonders and a rich history, the park offers impressive views that include the Lake of the Ozarks and Ha Ha Tonka Spring.
In addition to the natural spring and castle, Ha Ha Tonka State Park offers:
- Many trails and boardwalks that make it easy to experience the park’s beauty
- 20 picnic sites scattered throughout the park perfect for a relaxing lunch
- A fishing dock and various access points for fishing in the Lake of the Ozarks
- Kayak rentals - single and tandem kayaks available April - October
- Special use camping areas designed for group camping and campers with disabilities (Nonprofit and youth groups receive priority)
- Boating in the Lake of the Ozarks, with docks available at the castle ruins and spring
Click here to learn more about Ha Ha Tonka State Park.
5. Elephant Rocks State Park
Belleview, MO
Elephant Rocks State Park is the first Missouri state park designed specifically for visitors with visual and physical challenges. The park was named after the large, rounded, pink colored granite boulders found in the park which resemble elephants. In addition to their pink color, another amazing thing about these boulders is that they were formed from granite that is estimated to be 1.5 billion years old!
Another very cool feature about this park is that visitors can take in the sites along what is known as the Braille Trail. This one-mile-long circular asphalt trail includes 23 informational plaques that fully describe what visitors encounter. These plaques also include tactile displays with the information written in braille.
In addition to that, Elephant Rocks State Park also features:
- 131 acres, 7 of which are designated as a Missouri State Natural Area
- Picnic areas throughout the park so you can lunch among the giant red boulders
- Bouldering - a form of rock climbing performed without the use of ropes or harnesses that is usually performed at heights of no more than 16 feet.
- Food truck located in the park available Friday, Saturday & Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (cash only since there is no cell service in the park)
- Fishing in small lakes known to contain pan fish like bluegill
Click here to learn more about Elephant Rocks State Park.
6. Missouri Botanical Gardens
St. Louis, MO
The Missouri Botanical Garden was founded by Henry Shaw back in 1859. Considered to be among the top three botanical gardens in the world, the gardens are a must see for all plant and nature lovers. Featuring 79 acres of beautiful horticultural displays and indoor conservatories, it is the nation’s oldest botanical garden in continuous operation. Named a National Historic Landmark, the Missouri Botanical Gardens feature:
- A 14-acre Japanese strolling garden
- One of the world’s largest collections of rare and endangered flora
- A Geodesic Dome Conservatory named one of the 100 most significant architectural achievements in U.S. history
- Sachs museum - the scientific heart of the gardens
- Children’s Garden - introducing children to the significance of plants and nature
- Linnean House - the oldest continuously operated public greenhouse west of the Mississippi
- Tram Tours - enjoy the sites of the garden from the tram. Each tram can accommodate one wheelchair
Click here to learn more about the Missouri Botanical Garden.
7. James S. McDonnell Planetarium at The St. Louis Science Center
St. Louis, MO
Did you know that the largest artificial sky in the Western hemisphere can be found in Missouri? That’s right, at the James McDonnell Planetarium in Saint Louis. For more than 50 years, the James S. McDonnell Planetarium has been the go-to place for those interested in exploring the wonders of space, aviation, and spaceflight.
The Planetarium Campus in Forest Park is filled with three floors of attractions that allow you to explore the wonders of space and spaceflight. Some of the features and attractions offered at the Planetarium and Science Center include:
- Star Shows under the largest artificial sky in the Western Hemisphere
- Laser Light Shows featuring the music of some of your favorite artists
- Yoga Under the Stars - 15-minute guided star show followed by a yoga class
- Liftoff Gallery with two space capsules - Mercury 19 & Gemini 3A
- Boeing Space Station and Starbridge featuring a meteorite collection and images from the Hubble Space Telescope
- Mars Base that includes a real Martian meteorite
If you’re interested in exploring space history firsthand, then you’ll definitely want to plan a Field Trip to the James McDonnell Planetarium in Saint Louis. Click here to learn more.
8. Meramec Caverns
Stanton, MO
Home to more than 6,000 caves, Missouri is also known as the Cave State. The largest of which are known as the Meramec Caverns. Meramec Caverns is the name given to the 4.6-mile cavern system in the Ozarks. The caverns are 400 million years old, and were formed through the erosion of limestone. Receiving 150,000 visitors each year, it is the most visited cave in Missouri.
The Meramec Caverns became the first cave west of the Mississippi River to be explored by Europeans in 1722. Prior to that, Native Americans used the caves for shelter. The caves also served as a station on the Underground Railroad.
Activities and exhibits available at the Meramec Caverns include:
- Guided Cave Walking Tours covering 1.25 miles on well-lit walkways through some of the rarest and and largest cave formations in the world
- Theater Room Light Show - a state-of-the-art LED light show dedicated to U.S. veterans and first responders
- Pan for Gold - children can pan for fool’s gold, fossils, and gemstones in June, July, & August
- Zipline Adventure - soar through treetops and across the Meramec River at speeds of up to 50 mph
- Climbing Wall - defy gravity and enjoy some cliff-side fun
- Float Trips - float down the meandering Meramec River in a canoe, raft, or kayak (rentals available)
- Riverboat Rides - enjoy an excursion aboard a canopy-covered riverboat
Open year round, the Meramec Caverns can be a fun and affordable Field Trip to explore the natural wonders of this majestic cave system. Perhaps that’s why the caverns made USA Today’s Bucket List of 60 Things to Do in America before You Die. Major League Baseball has also recommended the Meramec Caverns as a “Must-See” before a St. Louis Cardinals game. Click here to learn more about the Meramec Caverns.
9. Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium
Springfield, MO
Voted America’s Best Aquarium and Best New Attraction by USA Today readers, the Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium offers a range of nature-based immersive experiences that allow you to explore the wonder of the great outdoors.
Celebrating those who fish, hunt, and act as stewards of the land and water, the museum and aquarium span 350,000 square feet with over 1.5 miles of trails. Some of the exhibits at the Wonders of Wildlife Museum and Aquarium include:
- Wildlife Galleries - 4D dioramas surround you with the sights, sounds, and smells of some of our planet’s most extreme wildlife habitats
- Aquarium Adventure - observe hundreds of species in their unique habitats
- IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame - interactive exhibits featuring some of the sport’s most accomplished men and women
- Great Barrier Reef - a three-story saltwater aquarium with colorful reef fish, Queensland grouper, potato cod, and moray eels
- River Monsters - walk through an underwater tunnel with freshwater monsters swimming overhead
If you seek a Field Trip to an attraction that makes a positive impact on wildlife and conservation, then the Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium is the place for you. Click here to learn more.
10. Fantastic Caverns
Springfield, MO
If you like the idea of exploring a cave in the most comfortable fashion, then the Fantastic Caverns might be for you. That’s because they are the only North American cave to offer a completely ride-through tour.
Following the path left behind by an ancient underground riverbed beneath the Ozarks, tours take visitors along a one-mile route that allows you to experience beautiful cave formations that have been formed over thousands of years - all from the comfort of a Jeep-drawn tram.
- Offers a completely ride-through cave experience
- Explores the cave and its many formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, columns, soda straws, cave pearls, and draperies
- Open year round with temps inside the cave hovering around 60 degrees Fahrenheit
- Trams equipped with pull-out ramps to accommodate wheelchairs
Click here to learn more about the Fantastic Caverns.
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