BIG OAK TREE STATE PARK - This 1,000 acre Department of Natural Resources state park is noted for its' state and national champion trees.  Eighty acres are designated as a National Natural Landmark Area.  A boardwalk provides the visitor an opportunity to stand alongside giant hardwoods.  The park has an interpretive center, 22 acre fishing lake, playground area and picnic sites.

State Hwy. 102 - 14 miles south of East Prairie
(573) 649-3149

EAST PRAIRIE FAMILY RECREATION FACILITY - The new facility has facilities for tennis, basketball, soccer, volleyball, baseball, shuffleboard and a walking trail.

Virginia Street
East Prairie
(573) 649-3057

TEN MILE POND CONSERVATION AREA - During late fall and winter, several species of ducks and geese frequent the site.  Another winter visitor is the American Bald Eagle.  Large numbers of migrating shore birds use the area during migration.  The site is owed and managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation.

5 miles Southeast of East Prairie
State Hwy. 102
(573) 649-2770

ROBERT G. DELANEY LAKE (formerly Upper Big Lake) - This 112 acre lake contains 30 acres of cypress forest.  A handicap fishing dock and a boat ramp help to make this site a fisherman's delight.  The site is owned and managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation.

1 mile south of Charleston on County Road N
(573) 683-5134 OR (573) 290-5730

BELMONT MARKER - The battle of Belmont, Brigadier General Ulysses S. Grant's first battle of the Civil War in November 1861, was fought on Mississippi County soil.  the Missouri Department of Natural Resources has erected an informational plaque at the battle site.

Hwy. 80 East
East Prairie
(573) 649-3149

HEARNES' MUSEUM - Museum contains memorabilia of Charleston native and former Missouri Governor, Warren E. Hearnes.  Open by appointment only.

Main Street
Charleston
(573) 683-6011

MISSISSIPPI COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY/MOORE HOUSE - This three story ante-bellum mansion features period furnishing, artifacts and memorabilia from the county's history.  Open by appointment only.
403 North Main
Charleston
(573) 683-6509 or (573) 683-3837

MISSISSIPPI COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM - Museum houses a collection of memorabilia and historical papers on Mississippi County and East Prairie.  Open afternoons and by appointment.

224 East Main
East Prairie
(573) 649-2392

TOWOSAHGY STATE HISTORIC SITE - Towosahgy, an Osage Indian word meaning "Old Town," was a fortified ceremonial center inhabited by the Mississippian Era Mound Builders.  The site consists of a temple mound and six smaller mounds.

Hwy. 80 East to 77.  South on 77 to County Road 502.  West on 502 to site.
East Prairie
(573) 649-3149

DORENA/HICKMAN TOLL FERRY - The Dorena, MO/Hickman, KY toll ferry offers a unique opportunity to experience the wonder and beauty of the Mighty Mississippi.  The toll ferry operates daily (closed Christmas Day) between MO and KY.

18 miles south of East Prairie on State Hwy. 77.
(901) 693-0210 or (573) 649-3057