A Drive Down Missouri S Loneliest Road Will Take You Miles And Miles Away From It All

Sometimes, you just need to take a long drive to clear your mind of daily stresses. Highway 67 in Missouri is a perfect drive for when you have no destination in mind. You will love this quiet drive through conservation areas with beautiful scenery and picturesque small towns. It is an especially beautiful drive in the fall while the leaves are changing color so, now is a great time to hit the road.

Once the highway leaves Jefferson County it splits from U.S. Route 60 and becomes a scenic drive through rural southeastern Missouri .

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The highway passes first through St. Francois State Park which is known for its beautiful and enjoyable hiking trails.

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St. Joe State Park is also located along Highway 67 and is popular among off-road vehicle enthusiasts.

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Farmington is one of the small towns located along Highway 67. Take a detour through downtown and check out the cute boutiques and small family owned restaurants.

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Mark Twain National Forest, Missouri’s only national forest, is also located along Highway 67. There are many amazing stops to check out in Mark Twain National Forest. It’s also just a great drive, especially in the fall once the leaves begin to turn colors.

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Continue driving south and you will eventually come upon Lake Wappapello. This stunning lake is great for boating, swimming, fishing, and more!

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The last big stop on the route is Poplar Bluff. You can grab dinner or stay the night and check out the Moark Regional Railroad Museum or the Margaret Harwell Art Museum.

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U.S. Route 67 continues on into Arkansas but this long quite drive through Missouri is the perfect distraction to take you miles away from it all.

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Have you driven down Highway 67? What do you think about this long drive? Tell us in the comments below!