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Bull Shoals Lake
Bull Shoals Lake with its nearly 1000 miles of shore line has something to offer every water lover. For the fishermen there is fishing year round. You don’t have to break the ice to fish in the winter. We have very mild and short winters. So, if you choose winter fishing just put on some liner pants, and layer…..as we have been know to hit the 70’s in the middle of January or February. The summer fishing is great too. |
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Caney Mountain Refuge
Caney Mountain is just off Highway 181, five miles north of Gainesville in Ozark County. Its 7,899 acres of public land is administered by the Missouri Department of Conservation. This rough country contains creeks, springs, caves, old growth forest, glades, savanna, and some of the steepest land in the state.
There are roads through the refuge, as well as hiking trails.
Deer and turkey are common now, but in 1940, when Caney was established, there were only 300 deer and few turkey left in the entire state. Caney Mountain played a big part in the success story of restoring deer and turkey in Missouri.
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Hootin an Hollarin'
The autumn festival on the square in Gainesville begins on the third Thursday of September every year. Arts and crafts, a parade, husband calling and cow calling contests, square dancing, old fashioned dress and some good old pickin' and grinnin'. the 52nd Annual Hootin an Hollarin' will be Sept. 20, 21, & 22 – 2011 |
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Lake Norfork
Norfork Lake, similar to Bull Shoals although a bit smaller, has about 550 miles of shoreline and 22,000 surface acres.
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Lake Taneycomo
Lake Taneycomo located just above Bull Shoals Lake was created in 1913 as a warm water lake and in 1958 became a cold water lake when the Table Rock Dam was completed. These cold waters of Lake Taneycomo with its 2,000 acres of water surface, is know for its great trout fishing. |
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Make & Take Ceramics
Mae's Ceramics & Gifts
U.S. Hwy 160 East
Isabella, MO 65676
Contact Roger or Sue at 417-273-4897 |
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Mark Twain National Forest
The Mark Twain National Forest has 38,307 acres in Ozark County. Opento the public for fishing, hunting, canoeing, backpacking, horseback riding and just plain enjoying. This beautiful mountainous woodland boasts a remarkable wildlife population that includes white-tail deer, wild turkey, quail, rabbits, squirrels, bobcats, and more. Home to the Devil's Backbone Wilderness Area |
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North Fork River and Bryant Creek
The North Fork River and Bryant Creek famous float streams and trophy trout waters. Canoe rentals and float trip outfitters available. Many free access points along the streams.
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The Glade Top Trail
A naturalist's delight, the trail takes you through pristine Ozark Glades, unspoiled forest, and past breathtaking views. The jewel of the Mark Twain National Forest, the trail is close to Theodosia, takes about two hours to drive and is especially beautiful during spring and
autumn. A treat for the whole family anytime of the year.
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Water Mills Trail
Several historic mills are open to the public and show the way it was when our ancestors had their grain ground into meal for home use. An ideal tour for the history buff or the photographer. |
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