Five State Parks to Explore This Winter


Going outside in any weather is good for mental health. Bundle up and get…

Missouri State Parks Lead Efforts to Restore Our Natural Landscapes.


A great effort is underway to restore our natural prairies, glades, woodlands,…

Start Your Journey to Our State Parks


You have to make this trip! Immerse yourself in native woodlands and forest,…

At Montauk State Park, a River is Born


Montauk State Park is one of the oldest in the Missouri State Park system.…

Cast a Line at Bennett Springs State Park


Bennett Spring State Park is well-known among anglers for its excellent trout…

Missouri creates the State Park Fund: April 9, 1917


One year after the National Park System was established In 1916, the state of…

Mountain’s Gonna Sing at Sam A. Baker State Park


Sam A. Baker State Park encompasses 5,323 acres of lush wilds. Whether they…

A Small State Park with a Big Geologic Story to Tell


Formed 50 millions years ago, this state park has geological treasures to…

The Ancient Bones at Mastodon State Historic Site


Seeing the history play out in the ancient bones and other artifacts at…

Bison, Birds, and More at Prairie State Park


Natural prairie is the headliner at this state park, but the bison, elk, birds,…