Confluence of Two Rivers
Beaches, Lakes, Rivers
North
Outdoors, History
Notes: The fishing pier is also accessible.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Confluence of Two Rivers
The Confluence
Where the MO and the MS Meet
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1000 Riverlands Way West Alton, MO 63386 |
+1 314 877 6014 |
Description
When the mighty Missouri meets the magnificent Mississippi, it's a melding of two of America's most famous and longest rivers. Here, north of St. Louis, you can stand at water's edge and watch the dual waterways as they come together. There are actually several viewing areas. One, on the western banks of the rivers, is the Columbia Bottom Conservation Area. This is a 4,318-acre area that boats more than six miles of river frontage, 800 acres of bottom land forest, and a 110-acre island. The combination of these two rivers makes them the world's fourth longest river. It's a gorgeous site to watch them blend.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: Park hours: 6am-10pm, daily, (April-Sept); 6am-7pm, daily, (Oct-Mar). Visitor Center: 8am-5pm, Wed-Fri: 8am-4pm, Sat-SunVisit Time: 2hr-Half day(4hr)
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: Bring a picnic and enjoy the outdoors. There's a visitors center with "exploration stations," eight miles of paths, a fishing pier, and an observation deck.
Price: Free
Exposure
Outdoor with some covering. Notes: The Visitor Center is indoors and climate controlled.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: All AgesAges that would most enjoy this site: All Ages
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Automobile/Car
Notes: Confluence Point State Park is located near West Alton, Missouri. From US-67 turn onto Riverlands Way (at the FISCA station) near the Clark Bridge. Follow the paved road for two miles and the gravel road for approximately 4 1/2 miles to the parking lot. Visitor Center: From I-270, take the Riverview Drive North exit and head north for about 2.5 miles. Riverview becomes Columbia Bottom Rd at its junction with Larimore Rd.
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: Free
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