There are endless adventures that you can have in the Show Me State. Some activities are so epic that you probably have never thought about doing them in Missouri. From epic outdoor activities to unique dining experiences, there is something for everyone to enjoy on this list. Check out the 10 epic things you can try right here in Missouri.
- Hike a mountain.
Chad Carroll/AllTrails Did you know you can hike an ancient mountain range right here in the Show Me State? The St. Francois Mountain Range is located in southeastern Missouri’s and it’s where you will find Missouri’s highest point of elevation, Taum Sauk Mountain. Find the mountain off Hwy. CC in Ironton.
- Go scuba diving.
The Mine at Bonne Terre/Facebook One of the most popular scuba diving retreats is actually right here in the landlocked state of Missouri. Deep within the old Bonne Terre mine you will find crystal clear water in the world’s largest freshwater diving resort. Best of all the temperature in the mine remains around 62 degrees all year long. Find the mine at 185 Park Ave., Bonne Terre.
- Watch a Civil War reenactment.
Missouri State Parks Website There are many Civil War reenactments held across the state, typically at sites of former battles. Take in the action and the history at one of these great events.
- Take a ride through the forest on a coaster.
The Runaway Branson Coaster at Branson Mountain Adventure Park/Facebook Ride this unique mountain coaster tucked into the Ozark forest at Branson Mountain Adventure Park. This mountain coaster uses the natural topography of the area to create a naturally exhilarating ride. Find this epic coaster at 935 State Hwy 165, Branson.
- Fly trapeze.
Trapeze STL/Facebook Have you ever wanted to soar across the sky just like a trapeze artist? Now you can at Trapeze STL. At this amazing trapeze center you can learn about the art or trapeze under the instruction and care of professionals and safety nets. Although the center is closed for the winter, you an learn other circus arts from the Circus Harmony Center at their home in the City Museum.
- Stomp grapes and help make Missouri wines.
Les Bourgeois Vineyards/Facebook Each fall many wineries across the state host a grape stomp in celebration of the harvest season. Visitors get to stomp grapes into juice just like wine makers would have hundreds of years ago. During the months of October you can try your hand at grape stomping at many of the great wineries all across Missouri.
- Ski down a snowy hillside.
Snow Creek/Facebook Hit the slopes at Snow Creek in Weston, just 45 minutes from Kansas City. From skiing to snow tubing you can do it all right here in Missouri. Even when there isn’t snow in the forecast, as long as it’s cold the snow machines keeps the slopes covered in powder all winter long. Find Snow Creek at 1 Snow Creek Dr., Weston.
- Eat barbecue behind bars.
petlovr67/TripAdvisor Go behind bars for a fantastic meal in this reclaimed 1930’s police station. Chow down on barbecue and enjoy an old fashioned cocktail in this super unique restaurant setting. Find the Capitalist Pig at 2727 S. 12th St., St. Louis.
- Pedal across the state.
oldhagggg/TripAdvisor Bike across Missouri on the Katy Trail. This 240 miles long trail follows the former Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad and is perfect for biking and running. Make a trip out of your ride and stop at one of the wineries or restaurants that are located just off the trail.
- Putt across the world without crossing state lines.
Getaway Golf/Facebook Head to Springfield for the most epic putt putt course in the state. Choose one of the two amazing 18 hole courses. Travel around the world and visit miniature monuments or take a trip across America!
Have you tried any of these fun activities in Missouri? Tell us about your experience in the comments below.
Chad Carroll/AllTrails
Did you know you can hike an ancient mountain range right here in the Show Me State? The St. Francois Mountain Range is located in southeastern Missouri’s and it’s where you will find Missouri’s highest point of elevation, Taum Sauk Mountain. Find the mountain off Hwy. CC in Ironton.
The Mine at Bonne Terre/Facebook
One of the most popular scuba diving retreats is actually right here in the landlocked state of Missouri. Deep within the old Bonne Terre mine you will find crystal clear water in the world’s largest freshwater diving resort. Best of all the temperature in the mine remains around 62 degrees all year long. Find the mine at 185 Park Ave., Bonne Terre.
Missouri State Parks Website
There are many Civil War reenactments held across the state, typically at sites of former battles. Take in the action and the history at one of these great events.
The Runaway Branson Coaster at Branson Mountain Adventure Park/Facebook
Ride this unique mountain coaster tucked into the Ozark forest at Branson Mountain Adventure Park. This mountain coaster uses the natural topography of the area to create a naturally exhilarating ride. Find this epic coaster at 935 State Hwy 165, Branson.
Trapeze STL/Facebook
Have you ever wanted to soar across the sky just like a trapeze artist? Now you can at Trapeze STL. At this amazing trapeze center you can learn about the art or trapeze under the instruction and care of professionals and safety nets. Although the center is closed for the winter, you an learn other circus arts from the Circus Harmony Center at their home in the City Museum.
Les Bourgeois Vineyards/Facebook
Each fall many wineries across the state host a grape stomp in celebration of the harvest season. Visitors get to stomp grapes into juice just like wine makers would have hundreds of years ago. During the months of October you can try your hand at grape stomping at many of the great wineries all across Missouri.
Snow Creek/Facebook
Hit the slopes at Snow Creek in Weston, just 45 minutes from Kansas City. From skiing to snow tubing you can do it all right here in Missouri. Even when there isn’t snow in the forecast, as long as it’s cold the snow machines keeps the slopes covered in powder all winter long. Find Snow Creek at 1 Snow Creek Dr., Weston.
petlovr67/TripAdvisor
Go behind bars for a fantastic meal in this reclaimed 1930’s police station. Chow down on barbecue and enjoy an old fashioned cocktail in this super unique restaurant setting. Find the Capitalist Pig at 2727 S. 12th St., St. Louis.
oldhagggg/TripAdvisor
Bike across Missouri on the Katy Trail. This 240 miles long trail follows the former Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad and is perfect for biking and running. Make a trip out of your ride and stop at one of the wineries or restaurants that are located just off the trail.
Getaway Golf/Facebook
Head to Springfield for the most epic putt putt course in the state. Choose one of the two amazing 18 hole courses. Travel around the world and visit miniature monuments or take a trip across America!
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