Outdoor Adventures in Southern Missouri

While traveling through southern Missouri, the first thing you will notice is the Ozark mountains. With scenic views and hilly landscapes, you will be surprised at how beautiful southern Missouri really is. But pretty scenery is not the only thing to expect while vacationing in the Ozarks. There are many outdoor activities, that the whole family can enjoy.

Here are a few Places to see in Southern Missouri.

Fantastic Caverns are located just a few miles north of Springfield Missouri. It is a tour that takes you under ground to view the caves. Riding in a jeep drawn tram, you can view all the caves in their natural state. It is Americas only drive through cave. It is an amazing as well as educational experience.

Branson Missouri is best known for being the live music capitol of the world. They have over 50 live performance theatres, golf courses, three huge lakes, and all the fine dining and accommodations you can handle. But there is even more to see then that. Silver dollar city located in Branson, is an amusement park with rides and live shows. It has an old west theme and even has booths that show how things were made in the olden days. After spending the day in Silver dollar city you can cool off at White Water amusement park . It is also located in Branson. It is a huge water park with many different rides to choose from. You can feel cool, even on the hottest days.

If you are traveling through Lebanon Missouri and are looking for a camp ground, you can go to Bennett Springs state park. Along with excellent camping facilities, they have many outdoor activities to take part in. They have fishing, canoeing, camping and you can take the family to their many fine dining restaurants. If camping is not your thing, there are also many fine hotels in the area. If you just want to relax and not do anything, you can just sit on the shore and enjoy the beautiful Niangua river views.

Johnson Shut-in state park is one of Missouri's natural wonders. It is located 80 miles southwest of St.Louis. Around a billion years ago volcanoes exploded and ashes and gas formed into rock. About 250 million years later the Ozarks region's lava rock, lifted to form the Johnson shut -in. This formed natural rock and placed water slides and rock formations in the Black river. Although it is known for naturally formed water slides and pleasant scenery, there are also places to picnic and camp there. As well as good food and clean lodging.

There are so many places to see and things to do in Southern Missouri. It is without a doubt, one of the most beautiful places in America.