See where the Big Muddy runs wild and unchecked for two stretches that total nearly 150 miles along the border of Nebraska. Camp, paddle, kayak, and hike along the Missouri River to see what it was like when Lewis and Clark explored the area 200 years ago.
BYOB, bring your own boat, whether you decide to paddle or use a motorboat to traverse the river. There are no dams, locks, lakes or rapids to spoil your journey. There are just the wide open spaces of the Big Muddy. Pack your fishing gear as there are tons of catfish, walleye, sauger, and paddlefish here. Plenty of inlets and coves offer places for the kids to swim.
If you would rather stay on land, there are plenty of scenic overlooks, hiking trails, and activities along the route. During the summer months, Rangers lead group tours. Roads and bike trails that mirror
See where the Big Muddy runs wild and unchecked for two stretches that total nearly 150 miles along the border of Nebraska. Camp, paddle, kayak, and hike along the Missouri River to see what it was like when Lewis and Clark explored the area 200 years ago.
BYOB, bring your own boat, whether you decide to paddle or use a motorboat to traverse the river. There are no dams, locks, lakes or rapids to spoil your journey. There are just the wide open spaces of the Big Muddy. Pack your fishing gear as there are tons of catfish, walleye, sauger, and paddlefish here. Plenty of inlets and coves offer places for the kids to swim.
If you would rather stay on land, there are plenty of scenic overlooks, hiking trails, and activities along the route. During the summer months, Rangers lead group tours. Roads and bike trails that mirror the river's path create scenic drives through the area that give you a sense of the vastness of the river. Nearby state parks dot the landscape, giving you even more opportunities to explore this part of the country.
Summer programs for kids and fall foliage drives make this trip a gem during the warmer months. Campsites along the way make it easy to set up a base for your weekend getaway or a week-long vacation.
Missouri National Recreational River
See where the Big Muddy runs wild and unchecked for two stretches that total nearly 150 miles along the border of Nebraska. Camp, paddle, kayak, and hike along the Missouri River to see what it was like when Lewis and Clark explored the area 200 years ago.
BYOB, bring your own boat, whether you decide to paddle or use a motorboat to traverse the river. There are no dams, locks, lakes or rapids to spoil your journey. There are just the wide open spaces of the Big Muddy. Pack your fishing gear as there are tons of catfish, walleye, sauger, and paddlefish here. Plenty of inlets and coves offer places for the kids to swim.
If you would rather stay on land, there are plenty of scenic overlooks, hiking trails, and activities along the route. During the summer months, Rangers lead group tours. Roads and bike trails that mirror
See where the Big Muddy runs wild and unchecked for two stretches that total nearly 150 miles along the border of Nebraska. Camp, paddle, kayak, and hike along the Missouri River to see what it was like when Lewis and Clark explored the area 200 years ago.
BYOB, bring your own boat, whether you decide to paddle or use a motorboat to traverse the river. There are no dams, locks, lakes or rapids to spoil your journey. There are just the wide open spaces of the Big Muddy. Pack your fishing gear as there are tons of catfish, walleye, sauger, and paddlefish here. Plenty of inlets and coves offer places for the kids to swim.
If you would rather stay on land, there are plenty of scenic overlooks, hiking trails, and activities along the route. During the summer months, Rangers lead group tours. Roads and bike trails that mirror the river's path create scenic drives through the area that give you a sense of the vastness of the river. Nearby state parks dot the landscape, giving you even more opportunities to explore this part of the country.
Summer programs for kids and fall foliage drives make this trip a gem during the warmer months. Campsites along the way make it easy to set up a base for your weekend getaway or a week-long vacation.
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