The mighty Mississippi was the lifeblood of many Missouri towns for over a century. The Missouri Great River Road is a route with stories to tell and a history to preserve. Civil War History and the movement west are just two of the great American stories that the byway has to tell.
Clarksville, MO Scenic BywaysThe Clarksville Tourist Information Center serves to showcase attractions and sights for those traveling the Great River Road. It overlooks the U. S. Lock and Dam #24, providing a close vantage point to view all river boat and barge traffic and a 'front row seat'
Clarksville, MO Visitors CentersThe Clarksville Museum, operated by a volunteer board, covers the history of the town from its founding in 1817
Clarksville, MO MuseumsThe commercial district in Clarksville is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Clarksville, MO Historic DistrictsSixteen hand carved scenes illustrate Mark Twain's book "Adventures of Tom Sawyer."...
A favorite of fishermen, park's lakes offer black bass, channel catfish and bluegill. State's largest natural sand beach. Cam...
Three rooms of period antiques (1860s-1880s) depicting an Irish immigrant's cottage and two rooms of photos and displays of M...
Enjoy a 1-hour narrated tour on old-fashioned locomotive-styled tour train. Comfortable cushioned seating. Group and family r...