These Missouri Boulders Are The Coolest Thing You'll Ever See For Free
Beth Price-Williams
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We’ve got it pretty good in Missouri, especially when it comes to all there is to do. And, even if we’ve got a tight budget, we can still find plenty to do that doesn’t cost a thing. In fact, some of the coolest things – like Elephant Rocks – you’ll ever see has no price tag. Pack a picnic lunch; slip on your hiking boots; and plan a visit to this breathtaking state park in Missouri that you won’t soon forget.
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Let’s take a look at what it’s like to walk around Elephant Rocks:
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The Coolest Attractions in Missouri
What are the coolest hidden attractions in Missouri?
The coolest hidden attractions in Missouri include:
- Painted Rock Conservation Area. You’ll need to do a bit of hiking to get here, but the views are well worth it.
- McBaine Burr Oak. This massive and gorgeous old oak tree is over 300 years old and is the oldest living tree in the state.
- Hickory Canyons Natural Area. Located near Ste. Genevieve, this place has several trails with lovely waterfalls along the way.
- Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden. Few things are as beautiful as a well-manicured Japanese garden and this one is no exception.
Find out more about the coolest hidden attractions in Missouri.
What are the strangest roadside attractions in Missouri?
The strangest roadside attractions in Missouri include:
- Boathenge. That’s right. It’s a replica of Stonehenge…made out of boats. You’ll find it in the town of Easley.
- Metal Dinosaur. This is a dinosaur made of scrap metal and there’s a metal warrior with a horned helmet and a bow and arrow hunting it.
- The Awakening. This is a metal sculpture of a giant man either clawing his way out of or sinking into the earth.
- Castle Northmoor. Located in Kansas City, this odd castle has a tower with several stone bear heads and oil paintings of knights.
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What are the coolest underrated attractions in Missouri?
The coolest underrated attractions in Missouri include:
- The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures. This is the largest collection of antique toys in America and is a wonderful palace for nostalgia.
- Seal Life. This aquarium in Kansas city has more than 30 exhibits where you can learn about and interact with all manner of sea creatures.
- Laura Ingalls Wilder Home and Museum. Come see the place where the “Little House on the Prairie” books were written.
- Lone Elk Park. If you’re into wildlife, come here to see elk, deer, wild turkeys, bison, and much more.
Discover more about the coolest underrated attractions in Missouri.