Missouri is beautiful all year long. However, autumn just might be the most enchanting of the four seasons, especially with the landscape painted in shades of red, orange, and gold. Fall’s also the perfect chance to enjoy the crisp air, the sound of the leaves crunching beneath our feet, and just being outside. Here are 11 of the best places to visit during fall in Missouri that will make your autumn even better.

1. Elephant Rocks State Park – Belleview
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Elephant Rocks State Park offers plenty to do all year, but it's particularly pretty during fall. Embark on one of the hiking trails; bring a picnic along; or watch your kiddos on the playground after a bit of leaf peeping. Read more about this unique Missouri state park in a previous article.
2. Ha Ha Tonka State Park – Camdenton
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Brimming with natural wonders from a stunning blue spring to a natural bridge, Ha Ha Tonka State Park promises numerous ways to admire the fall foliage. Go on a hike. Kayak on the water, and stop by the castle ruins. Ha Ha Tonka State Park is the perfect fall day trip in Missouri.
3. Taum Sauk Mountain – Arcadia Township
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Can you think of a better place to check out the fall foliage than from the highest point in Missouri? Taum Sauk Mountain State Park is home to the highest point, which measures 1,772 feet, and you can drink in the views from an easy-to-reach lookout tower. Taum Sauk Mountain boasts some of the best scenic views in Missouri.
4. Alley Spring – Eminence
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As the seventh-largest spring in Missouri, Alley Spring beckons visitors with its sheer natural beauty. During the autumn, it transforms into a scene that belongs on an old-fashioned postcard. Learn more about the gorgeous Missouri hike that will take you to Alley Spring.
5. Dogwood Canyon Nature Park – Lampe
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Dogwood Canyon Nature Park provides a beautiful backdrop for a day outdoors having fun and admiring the fall foliage. You'll find a ton to do at the park (which requires an admission fee), from hiking trails to horseback riding. Read more about this family-friendly day trip in our previous article.

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6. Tower Grove Park – St. Louis
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A stroll through Tower Grove Park in the fall, ideally at the peak of the fall foliage, is the perfect autumn activity. The park is open daily from sunrise to sunset, giving you plenty of time to explore and to admire the colorful grounds. Did you know that Tower Grove Park is one of Missouri's most unique parks?
7. Stone Hill Winery – Hermann
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One of the oldest wineries in the United States, Stone Hill Winery in Hermann is a must-visit any time of the year. Plan a tour and tasting at the winery that's absolutely breathtaking painted in rustic colors. Take a peek at this charming Missouri winery in our previous article.
8. Mark Twain National Forest – Rolla
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Stretching 1.5 million acres, Mark Twain National Forest offers something for all outdoor lovers - from scenic hikes to camping. Admire the fall foliage as you explore on foot, by bike, or on horseback. Did you know that Mark Twain National Forest is home to Missouri's second largest spring?
9. Branson Zipline at Wolfe Mountain – Branson
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Get your adrenaline pumping on one of the zipline tours at Branson Zipline at Wolfe Mountain, which promises both jaw-dropping views and breathtaking excitement. Learn more about this epic autumn adventure in Missouri in our previous article.
10. Weston Bend State Park – Weston
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State parks in the fall? Yes, please! We have plenty of state parks to visit, each of which offers its own scenic views of the fall foliage. Weston Bend State Park features a scenic overlook (pictured above), where you can stand back and drink in the autumn beauty. Get a glimpse of the fun that awaits at this Missouri state park.
11. Cuivre River State Park – Troy
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Billed as one of Missouri's most rugged parks, Cuivre River State Park boasts absolutely gorgeous views of the fall foliage. The park features a series of hiking trails, horseback riding, and boating. Learn more on the official website of Cuivre River State Park.

What are your favorite destinations to visit during fall in Missouri? Let us know in the comments! Then check out the seven reasons Ha Ha Tonka State Park is an amazing fall destination in Missouri.

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Beth Price-Williams | August 15, 2022

What are the best places to visit in the fall in Missouri?

Autumn’s all about traditions, and we probably already have our favorite places to visit in the fall in Missouri. For some of the most awe-inspiring views in all of Missouri during autumn, visit Gateway Arch National Park in St. Louis. Stroll along the pathway around the Arch then ride to the top for one-of-a-kind autumn views. Dunn’s Cider Mill, a favorite fall destination in Missouri for nearly a half of a century, promises all that’s amazing about fall – fresh-pressed cider and cider donuts. It wouldn’t be fall without a visit to Dunn’s Cider Mill. Fall’s also the spooky season, and we’ve got plenty of real haunted destinations in Missouri – like Lemp Mansion in St. Louis. Embark on a ghost tour at this popular St. Louis destination. You might even experience the paranormal!

What is the best activity in Missouri in the fall?

We can all agree that Missouri’s gorgeous all year around. However, it takes on an extra aura of magic during the peak of autumn. One of the best ways to admire Missouri’s fall foliage is on a scenic hike. At just under a mile, Deer Leap Trail meanders through Roaring River State Park, offering stellar views of the colorful foliage. Greer Spring Trail leads straight to a gorgeous Missouri spring, flanked by the foliage, making for a picturesque fall hike. Did you know that Missouri is home to a single white sand beach? Yep, and it is absolutely breathtaking. Add a frame of autumn colors, and it’s pure perfection. Don’t forget your camera!

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Elephant Rocks State Park, Missouri 21, Belleview, MO, USA
Ha Ha Tonka State Park, 1491 Missouri D, Camdenton, MO 65020, USA
Taum Sauk Mountain, Arcadia Township, MO 63650, USA
Alley Spring & Mill, Eminence, MO 65466, USA
Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, 2038 State Hwy 86, Lampe, MO 65681, USA
Tower Grove Park, 4257 Northeast Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA
Stone Hill Winery, 1110 Stone Hill Hwy, Hermann, MO 65041, USA
Mark Twain National Forest, Birch Tree Township, MO 65438, USA
Branson Zipline at Wolfe Mountain, 2339 US-65, Walnut Shade, MO 65771, USA
Weston Bend State Park, 16600 MO-45, Weston, MO 64098, USA
Cuivre River State Park, 678 MO-147, Troy, MO 63379, USA