Visitors Guide to Attractions
Marion and Ralls Counties, Missouri
Hannibal is the hometown of Mark Twain and offers a wide variety of museums, homes, and tours. Palmyra has been called the Handsomest City in Northern Missouri and features a number of historical sites. Mark Twain Lake in western Ralls County features a wide variety of activities including boating, swimming, camping, hiking, and horseback riding.
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Edward Anderson Conservation Area
Pike & Ralls Counties, MO
Edward Anderson Conservation Area is a forested area in the rugged Missouri’s Lincoln Hills region. The Missouri Department of Conservation considers the autumn colors at the Edward Anderson Conservation Area to be among the finest in northeastern Missouri. The Mississippi River provides fishing opportunities. Although there are no designated trails, adventurous hikers can explore the area via an access road that leads close to the Mississippi River. Primitive camping is available, and walk-in or float-in camping is permitted except during firearms.
Karlock’s Kars & Pop Culture
Hannibal, MO
This family-friendly attraction in Hannibal offers its visitors classic cars and pop culture memorabilia. Its over 10,000 square feet of artifacts allow you to relive historic, pop culture moments. There are remarkable artifacts including over a dozen vintage cars, arcade games, hundreds of signs and posters, movie props, jukeboxes, and much more.
Molly Brown Birthplace & Museum
Hannibal, MO
In commemoration of the Bicentennial of the departure of the Corps of Discovery, the Wood River Heritage Council has constructed a replica of the camp near where the original Camp DuBois was located.. This site hosts the annual Wood River Rendezvous in May.
Clarence Cannon Dam
Ralls County, MO
The Clarence Cannon Dam was built to control flooding in the Salt River valley. Completed in 1983, the dam created a 18,000-acre lake and its two hydropower units capable of producing 58,000 kilowatts of electricity. The Cannon Powerhouse has hands-on exhibits that explain how the plant operates, how electricity is generated and how energy is used.
Gardner House
Palmyra, MO
Listed on the National Historic Register this 1828 building with Adam and Greek Revival affinities has served as a stagecoach stop, hotel, tavern, school, and as a residence. It currently houses a visitor center and a collection of include local historical items.
Lover's Leap
Hannibal, MO
Located on the southeast edge of Hannibal, this high bluff promontory was the source of several local legends and provides panoramic views of Hannibal, the Mississippi River, and miles of Illinois farmland.
Marion County Jail & Sheriff's House
Palmyra, MO
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the two-story brick sheriff's residence is noted as a significant example of Greek Revival architecture. Attached is a one-story jail that is built of massive stone blocks. The 10 Confederate sympathizers of the Palmyra Massacre were held here in 1862. The sheriff's quarters and jail are currently being restored as a museum by Landmarks of Northeast Missouri.
Mark Twain Lake
Ralls & Monroe Counties, MO
Created by the Clarence Cannon Dam, Mark Twain Lake is a 54,000-acre land and water project that spans the Salt River Valley. The area offers a wide variety of activities including boating, swimming, camping, hiking, and horseback riding.
Palmyra Massacre Monument
Palmyra, MO
This granite monument topped by a Confederate soldier commemorates 10 Confederate soldiers taken from the county jail and executed in 1862 by Union Col. John McNeil when Confederates under Col. J. E. Porter's failed to return a captured spy.
Riverview Park
Hannibal, MO
Situated on top of the limestone bluffs of north Hannibal, Riverview Park offers outstanding views of the Mississippi River, hiking trails, and other recreational opportunities.
Rockcliffe Mansion
Hannibal, MO
Rockcliffe stands high about that knoll with majestic views of the Mississippi River, as a 13,500 square American castle complete with original artifacts, paintings, furniture, clothing and personal artifacts of the family, all found throughout the mansion's 4 floors and 30 rooms. Guided Tours are given every hour March 15th though November 15th.
Julian Steyermark Woods Conservation Area
Hannibal, MO
The Julian Steyermark Woods Conservation Area is a scenic, mostly wooded 73-acre tract, located within the Hannibal city limits. The area is a good place for viewing wildlife, birding, and enjoying the woodlands of northeast Missouri. The area is a prime example of river hills woodlands bordering the Mississippi River 's west bank. The site has a one-mile moderate hiking trail. Birders will see and hear a wide variety of woodland songbirds. Eagles roost in the vicinity along the Mississippi River, so you may see them soaring overhead in the colder months.
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Nearby Attractions
Pike County, Missouri
Pike County is home to one of America's newer Scenic Byways - the Little Dixie Highway of the Great River Road. Visitors to Pike County will find spectacular river views, the river cities of Clarksville and Louisiana, a wide variety of places to interact with nature, and a number of historical sites. The area is considered one of the prime bald eagle watching spots in the Midwest.
Lincoln County, Missouri
Lincoln County is home to Cuivre River State Park, one of Missouri's largest and rugged state parks. Other attractions include the bottomlands that are billed as the "Duck Hunting Capitol of the Midwest," several conservation areas, and historical sites.
For Travelers Heading Across the River
Meeting the Missouri River
The two longest rivers of the United States, the Missouri and the Mississippi, meet at St. Charles County, Missouri. The Historic St. Charles downtown area offers visitors a variety of attractions including the Lewis and Clark Boat House and Nature Center, The Foundry Art Centre, and Missouri’s First State Capitol. Nearby is Confluence State Park and the Daniel Boone Home.
Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Byway
The Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Byway area is one of America’s newer scenic byways. With over 20,000 acres of forest and wetlands at the heart of the Mississippi Flyway, it is a nature lovers paradise. Visitors will find spectacular colors in the fall and bald eagles in the winter. History abounds in the region ranging from the prehistoric Cahokia Mounds to sites on the National Register of Historic Places.
