This 3,215-acre state park, set among the green hills of northern Missouri, is centered around 573-acre Forest Lake. The wooded park features camping and hiking trails, as well as swimming and picnicking areas. Other amenities include a full service marina, cabins and dining lodge. Visitors can see 1,000-yr-old Native American petroglyphs in a shelter area. Located 2 1/2 miles west of Kirksville off Hwy 6.
Location:
Route 3, Hwy 157, Kirksville Missouri 63501
Telephone
660-665-6995 Toll Free: 660-665-7119
Other Missouri State Parks nearby:
(Revere) Battle of Athens State Historic Site
(Trenton) Crowder State Park
(Revere) Iliniwek Village State Historic Site
(Macon) Long Branch State Park
(Kirksville) Thousand Hills State Park
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01/10 Coming to The Kirksville area
Burlington Steamboat Days Burlington IA June11-16 There are two stages on the concert grounds; the South Stage presents local bands and has two performances every evening, except Sunday night which has an early performance only. We also have a carnival midway with over 25 rides presented and many carnival games you can step up and play.
Farmington Strawberry Festival Farmington IA June14-16 Crafts, antiques, collectibles, games, and food booths are just a few of the things you will find lining the streets of the downtown area on these three days in June.
Western Illinois Fair Griggsville IL June26-30 Loads of fun for the whole family. Food, entertainment, rides, games, agricultural exhibits, animals, commercial vendors, kids activities, plus a whole lot more.
80/35 Music Festival Des Moines IA July5-6 80/35 is a multi-day music festival in Des Moines, Iowa celebrating music and the people who support music. The name comes from the two prominent interstates, I-80 and I-35, that meet at the corner of Des Moines. The festival includes a stage for national touring bands and several smaller stages featuring regional and local supporting acts.
Heart of America Shakespeare Festival Kansas City MO June18-July7 The Heart of America Shakespeare Festival is set under the stars in South Moreland Park near Nelson Atkins Museum of Art. It is a perfect way to spend a summer evening with family and friends. They have several programs to study and explore such as Speaker's Bureau and Poster and Sonnet Contest. The faculty includes theatre professionals, actors, and educators experienced in performing and teaching Shakespeare. Many of the instructors are veterans of festival productions.
Promise Land Music Festival Ottumwa IA July12-13 Music Festival dedicated to bringing Fun, Affordable, Positive Entertainment to Southeast Iowa while introducing talented musicians to Southeast Iowa.
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