Things To Do
Rocky Falls
Location: Located on Route NN, off Route H, east of Eminence and Winona in Shannon County, MO.
Big Spring - Ozark National Scenic Riverways
Location: Near Van Buren, Missouri, at the end of State Route 103. Key features Immense flow: Averages over 280 million gallons of water daily, making it one of the largest springs in the country. Stunning color: The water is a striking turquoise or blue, contrasting with the surrounding lush forests and limestone cliffs. Accessibility: A short boardwalk trail allows visitors to get very close to the spring's outlet, with some paths leading behind the water. Activities: Hiking, picnicking, photography, and camping are popular activities. Amenities: Includes campgrounds, picnic areas, trails, and historic CCC-built structures like a lodge and cabins.
Alley Spring & Mill
Key features Alley Mill: A historic gristmill built in 1893, powered by the spring, and now a museum. Alley Spring: The 7th largest spring in Missouri, producing 81 million gallons of water daily, which flows into the Jacks Fork River. Historic Hamlet: Includes the mill, a one-room schoolhouse, and a general store, all part of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. Location: About six miles west of Eminence, Missouri, on Route 106. Activities: Hiking trails (Spring Branch Trail, Overlook Trail) are available, but fishing, hunting, and swimming are prohibited in the spring and spring branch areas.
Elephant Rocks State Park
Key features Geology: The park showcases massive, pink granite boulders formed from ancient magma that fractured and eroded over time. Activities: Visitors enjoy hiking, rock climbing, exploring the "Maze," and picnicking among the rocks. Trails: The Braille Trail offers an accessible path through the main rock formations, with spurs leading to the engine house ruins and overlooks. History: The site was a granite quarry, and visitors can see carvings left by 19th-century miners. The granite was used in major projects like the Eads Bridge. Unique formations: The "Dumbo" boulder is a notable feature, standing 27 feet tall.
Fuji Japanese Cuisine
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