Ray County Community Lake

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lat: 39.3141762 long: -94.0310541

The Ray County Community Lake is a charming natural area near Richmond, MO, about an hour from Kansas City, MO, that offers a chance to connect with nature. With fantastic bird-watching, fishing and walking trails available, visiting this lake is a great chance for outdoor recreation.

Ray County, Missouri holds many hidden gems so this is a great stop to make as you’re exploring the region and need a beautiful place to take a deep breath.

Nearby Attractions

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2.36 Away

The Farris Theatre

Museum, Theatre, or Intrepretive Center Events

The Farris Theatre is a historic theatre, built in 1901, in the heart of Richmond, MO. The theatre embodies turn-of-the-century architecture and is the beacon of Richmond’s arts district. Now fully restored, the theatre is…

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lat: 39.2782139 long: -93.9792571

11.35 Away

Big River Ranch

Family Fun Outdoor Adventure

The Big River Ranch offers a range of experiences including camping, horseback riding, and seasonal rodeos. For being so close to Kansas City, you will feel transported when you visit here. With space for events…

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lat: 39.2057316 long: -93.8260231

2.36 Away

Annual Mushroom Festival

Events Family Fun

Each spring, Richmond hosts a Mushroom Festival in honor of their title as ‘Mushroom Capital of the World.’ This festival brings together many local businesses and also includes events such as a cornhole tournament and…

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lat: 39.2782047 long: -93.9793128

6.16 Away

Of the Earth Farm Distillery

Food and Drink

The owners of ‘Of the Earth Farm Distillery’ are creating delicious fruit brandies from produce grown on their land. They are piloting a sustainable approach to distilling practices and promoting a deep connection with the…

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lat: 39.4003838 long: -94.0037444

4.14 Away

Van Till Family Farm Winery

Food and Drink Winery

The Van Till Family Farm Winery presents an incredible selection of Missouri wines in a beautiful farm setting. They embrace a deep connection to the land, celebrating the flavors of their grapes and using other…

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lat: 39.3435515 long: -94.0600926

7.36 Away

Crooked River Conservation Area

Outdoor Adventure

Less than an hour outside of Kansas City, MO, the Crooked River Conservation Area is a beautiful natural area to see a variety of ecosystems. Resting on 1400 acres, the area consists of forests and…

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lat: 39.4031613 long: -94.0516619

2.60 Away

Ray County Museum

Family Fun Museum, Theatre, or Intrepretive Center History

The Ray County Museum, located in Richmond, MO, tells the story of the county and its role in US history. From the first settlers during the westward expansion, the tragic treatment of Native Americans in…

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lat: 39.2727734 long: -93.9890987

10.35 Away

Battle of Lexington State Historic Site

History Museum, Theatre, or Intrepretive Center

The Battle of Lexington State Historic Site, established in 1958, preserves the battleground of the First Battle of Lexington. It is located on the north side of town, and encompasses the Anderson House, a mansion that…

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lat: 39.1902893 long: -93.8803291

10.57 Away

Wentworth Military Academy Museum

History Museum, Theatre, or Intrepretive Center

Lexington, Missouri, was once the home of the Wentworth Military Academy, a U.S. military junior college that operated from 1880 to 2017. The grounds of the academy were sold at auction after its closure. However,…

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lat: 39.1852973 long: -93.8795703

10.65 Away

Lexington Historical Museum

History Museum, Theatre, or Intrepretive Center

The Lexington Historical Museum was built out of the former building for the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Lexington. It features a wide range of preserved historic items and memorabilia, including the sword that Colonel James Mulligan…

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lat: 39.1850328 long: -93.8796172

10.55 Away

Lafayette County Courthouse

History

The Lafayette County Courthouse is a building that wears its battle scars with pride. It was struck with a cannonball during the First Battle of Lexington in 1861. That same cannonball remains lodged in a…

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lat: 39.1853007 long: -93.8828433

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Trail of Tears Nature Trail

Trail of Tears State Park

Here, nine Cherokee Indian groups braved harsh winter conditions while crossing the Mississippi River in 1838-1839, marking a sorrowful chapter in American history. The park also has: shaded picnic sites, hiking and horse trails, opportunities to fish…

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lat: 37.4388916 long: -89.480974