Have you ever noticed that, no matter how long we’ve lived in Missouri, we still uncover hidden gems or learn something we never knew about our beloved state? We have no shortage of hidden gems in Missouri, but one stands among the most unique. If you’ve never been, make sure you plan a visit to Tower Rock, a unique natural wonder in Perry County, Missouri.

Tower Rock Natural Area can get incredibly busy, especially when the Mississippi River's levels are low, but it's worth the jockeying for a parking spot to visit this Missouri natural wonder.
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The natural wonder in Missouri earned a spot on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970.
The natural area, after all, is home to one of the most unique natural wonders in Missouri - Tower Rock, a chiseled geological formation that draws visitors from all over.
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Tower Rock sits in the Mississippi River just across from Illinois.
Tower Rock is believed to have formed sometime in the 1600s. While it's open daily, the natural area is generally only accessible by boat.
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If you have or can rent a boat, you'll find that visiting the natural area is quite peaceful. It doesn't get very busy when the water is higher.
However, when the Mississippi River is less than 1.5 feet, you can walk across sheets of rock to reach Tower Rock. Wear sturdy walking shoes for your trek across the rocks.
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On those low water days, be prepared for hoards of visitors to this natural wonder in Missouri.

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While it might seem tempting, do not attempt to climb on the rock; it is prohibited. You have plenty of opportunities to snap photos of it and of...
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The views from the natural area.
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Keep your eyes to the sky, too. Bald eagles are common in the skies above Tower Rock.
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Learn more about Tower Rock Natural Area on the Missouri Department of Conservation website.
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Do you think Tower Rock is the most unique natural wonder in Perry County, Missouri? Have you visited? Share your experience in the comments! Then consider making the drive to nearby Cape Girardeau, one of the best weekend getaways in Missouri.

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