The 5 Best Beaches in Missouri, United States

August 20, 2021 Alida England

From the riverboat casinos, breweries and historical neighborhoods in St. Louis and fabulous fountains and barbeque in Kansas City to the “Live Music Show Capital of the World, Branson, to the awesome outdoor lifestyle in the Lake of the Ozarks region, the state offers visitors a seemingly endless line-up of unique vacation experiences. You’re never far from a state park or historic site as there are 85 of them throughout the state. There are 840 miles of trail for hikers, backpackers, bicycle riders, off-road vehicle users and horseback riders. Some of the state’s top attractions include the Gateway Arch and St. Louis Zoo in St. Louis, Cameron Cave in Hannibal, and the American Jazz Museum and Worlds of Fun amusement park in Kansas City. Wine lovers will be pleased to know there are 96 wineries in the state where you can sample wines and take tours. For golfers, the picturesque Lake Ozark region offers play on gems like the Tan-Tar-A Resort Oaks Course and Old Kinderhook. Why not introduce your children to the real world of Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn? Visit Hannibal, where your kids can immerse themselves in the world of Mark Twain with a tour of the author’s home, a cruise on the Mississippi River, an exploration excursion of the caves in his books and visits to various historic homes. Other great family-oriented activities throughout the state include hiking the Ozark Trail, splashing at a water park in Branson and visiting the Harry S. Truman home and presidential library in Independence.
Restaurants in Missouri

1. Moonshine Beach

north end of Table Rock Dam on State Highway 165, Branson, MO 65616-7973
Excellent
54%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 325 reviews

Moonshine Beach

Reviewed By melissasC1230MM - Marissa, United States

Very nice & clean clear water. Wear water shoes the sand has small sharp rocks in it. Nice bbq areas.

2. Smithville Lake

Smithville, MO +1 816-407-3400 https://www.claycountymo.gov/Parks/Smithville_Lake
Excellent
67%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 24 reviews

Smithville Lake

Reviewed By Dougrun8 - Kansas City, United States

Very nice Lake. We use the trails around the lake very often! Very nicely paved trails as well as dirt trails. Highly recommend this place for hiking and biking. The fishing is supposed to be good although I do not fish.

3. Van Buren Riverfront Park

509 Main Street, Van Buren, MO 63965 +1 573-323-4335
Excellent
50%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 8 reviews

Van Buren Riverfront Park

4. The Fugitive Beach

16875 County Road 5285, Rolla, MO 65401-5964
Excellent
46%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
5%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 118 reviews

The Fugitive Beach

Reviewed By amandacB6858DS - Kansas City, United States

My family had a great time! Jumping off the cliff, going down the slides???? I was to chicken but the others loved it! Staff was very friendly and was very watchful of everyone! Will definitely be back!

5. Shady Beach

136 Shady Beach Lane, Saint Clair, MO 63077
Excellent
33%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
0%
Terrible
17%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 12 reviews

Shady Beach

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