Southeast Missouri hosts a multitude of fish, not to mention the folks that like to catch 'em. Spend a few days on the Meramec River and you are likely to net everything from trout to catfish and anything in between.
Maramec Spring Park contains 1,860 acres of recreation possibilities. The public access areas include amenities for visitors like a cafe, bait and tackle shop, gift shop, campground, picnic shelters and trout fishing.
21880 Maramec Spring Drive, 573-265-7387.
Your one-stop-shop for a quick bite, both for you and the fish. Also features a full service RV Park with water, 30- and 50-amp electric and sewer. Open from March through October.
20458 Highway 8, 573-265-3796.
This ranch specializes in raising, training and riding high-performance roping, reined horses and cutting horses. Not quite your speed? Try a trail ride for the afternoon.
970 E. Route 8, 573-786-8412.
Visit the tasting room and covered deck for a great spot to enjoy wine and visit with friends. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the deck. Hike to the Meramec River for a secluded retreat from the everyday hustle and bustle.
1942 Route T, 573-775-3000.
In 2008 the Guinness Book of World Records awarded Dan and Carolyn Sanazaro's 42'1" steel rocker the designation World's Largest Rocking Chair. The chair sits adjacent to the General Store and Taxidermy, and Archery Center, four miles west of Cuba, MO, on Historic Route 66.
5957 Route ZZ, 573-885-1484.
Home-style cooking, soups and sandwiches, served Memorial Day-Labor Day. Snack bar, with 28 flavors of ice cream, is open daily, March-December.
1135 Route W, Stanton. 573-468-3166.