The rivers arrived first, carving their priceless art into the Missouri landscape. They were our first trails, cutting a path for hundreds of explorers and thousands of settlers. The early pioneers branched out, forming their own trails, establishing towns along the way.
Early spring brings visitors to Neosho for the annual dogwood tour as six species
of dogwood occur naturally in Missouri and are abundantly displayed throughout
Neosho. Then again, fall is another pretty time of the year in Neosho. The wide
varieties of hardwood trees turn stunning co... more on Neosho
Located on the Prairie-Ozark border, Truman Reservoir offers an ideal setting for outdoor recreation. Tugged hills, scenic river bluffs and hardwood forests offer some of the best scenery in the state. The 56,000-acre lake offers water sportsmen ample area to pursue their interests, and more tha... more on Truman Lake
For a different perspective of Ozark nature, the Lake offers outstanding hiking, biking and walking trails, several of which are located at two state parks. The 17,000-acre Lake of the Ozarks State Park is the largest in the Missouri Park system, and Ha Ha Tonka State Park, one of the state's most ... more on Lake of the Ozarks Trails