Missouri State Parks

The official page for the 93 state parks and historic sites in Missouri.

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On this #VeteransDay, we extend our deepest gratitude to all veterans, active-duty service members and military families. Thank you for your dedication, your sacrifices and your unwavering commitment to our nation.

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Congrats to Shelly Collins, a 21-year Air Force veteran who won the Governor's Big Buck award at the Mark Twain State Park Hero Deer Hunt! Not only did Shelly's 10-pointer scored 153, but she is also the first female to win the award!

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Make a difference by sharing your opinions on Washington State Park! Watch the conceptual development video and comment or come to the meeting in person on Nov. 17 at 3 p.m. Hope to see you there! https://t.co/qQ6Af0gtgB

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Veterans and active-duty service members: Stay at a Missouri state park on Nov. 11 and receive a promo code for a FREE future night of camping! Show military ID at check-in. Free tours at Missouri state historic sites Nov. 7-11, too.

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The following state parks are closed this weekend for managed deer hunts:
Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial - Nov. 6-8.
Long Branch - Nov. 7-10.
Mark Twain - Nov. 7-8.
Pomme de Terre - Nov. 6-8.
Robertsville - Nov. 7-8.
Stockton - Nov. 5-8.

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This #WaterAndWastewaterProfessionalsWeek, we're proud to recognize the operators who maintain and monitor the drinking water and wastewater systems throughout Missouri state parks. Their dedication helps keep our parks safe, healthy and welcoming for our visitors.

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It feels like fall just got here, but winter is on the way, Missouri! Take steps to be prepared during #WinterWeatherPreparednessWeek. Don't let winter catch you off guard!

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Thanks to some Branson Exchange Workers who stopped by Table Rock State Park! They rolled up their sleeves and helped us beautify the park by picking up trash along the highway right of way as well as blowing off the campsites in campground 1. We appreciated their assistance!

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Congratulations to Michaelyn Porter, our Team Member of the Month! Michaelyn provides exceptional customer service to both her team and our guests. We appreciate all she does!

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Fall camping season just leveled up with St. Francois State Park in Bonne Terre opening 63 new campsites (40 full‑service + 23 electric!) and a brand‑new showerhouse. Make your reservations today at https://t.co/CJvciZu8ms.

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These parks will be closed for managed deer hunts in October and November:

Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial - Nov. 6-8.
Cuivre River - Oct. 31-Nov. 1.
Long Branch - Nov. 7-10.
Mark Twain - Nov. 7-8.
Pomme de Terre - Nov. 6-8.
Robertsville - Nov. 7-8.
Stockton - Nov. 5-8.

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Wonder what's going on at Shepherd of the Hills State Park near Branson? This is your chance to get the latest inside information at our public meeting, at 6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 22 at the park!

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Happy #WorldStatisticsDay! Shout‑out to the data that keeps Missouri State Parks going strong—especially the stat on how many hikers confidently say "Just a little further.” Usually, it's not. Go make some fresh park data today!

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Congrats to Lee Wilbeck who received the Outstanding Professional Interpreter award from the Association of Missouri Interpreters! This award recognizes interpreters who go above and beyond in connecting people to the natural and cultural heritage of Missouri.

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Congrats to Whitney Tucker, interpreter at Felix Valle House SHS, for receiving Outstanding Concurrent Session at the Assn. of Missouri Interpreters conference! This highlights engaging & creative ideas to connect visitors to natural & cultural stories. #StateParksProud

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Congrats to Sabrina Hansen, outreach specialist from our St. Louis area office! She received the Association of Missouri Interpreters' New Interpreter Award. Her creativity and passion are already making a difference in Missouri State Parks.

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Lake of the Ozarks State Park hosted the Ozarks Integrated Warning Team workshop where members of emergency management, state parks, media, the National Weather Service joined to discuss how to better communicate during hazardous weather such as straight-line winds & flash foods.

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Congrats to Greg Combs, our Eastern Region director for 30 years of services to Missouri State Parks! His dedication and passion for parks is hard to match. We appreciate him and his years of service.
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Congratulations to Brooke Mahar and the team at Scott Joplin House State Historic Site! Brooke and her team were recently recognized at the Association of Missouri Interpreters conference for Outstanding Interpretive Effort for the Persimmon Festival.
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This #FirePreventionWeek, Missouri State Parks teamed up with Jefferson City Fire Department to learn how to keep our team members safe, both in the office and at home.