
Fishing rods and vintage cars share equal billing in this Route 66 town that proudly calls itself the 'Aluminum Fishing Boat Capital of the World.' The Route 66 Museum displays chrome-heavy automobiles and memorabilia from the Mother Road's heyday. Anglers flock to Bennett Spring State Park, where rainbow trout dart through crystal waters. Boswell Park offers a family-friendly retreat with playgrounds and walking paths. The Kenneth E. Cowan Civic Center hosts everything from rodeos to craft fairs depending on the season. For a true local experience, ask about access points to the Niangua River, where kayakers paddle past limestone bluffs. The Ozark Hills Theater presents live performances that capture the region's distinctive musical heritage.

