Locust Creek Covered Bridge State Historic Site
- Status
- Status not postedDaily sunrise – sunset
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- mostateparks.com(660) 963-2299
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Covering about 40 acres, Locust Creek Covered Bridge State Historic Site lies in Linn County, about 17 miles east of Chillicothe.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park — Historic Site Grounds | Daily | sunrise – sunset | — |
Official wording
Historic Site Grounds: Sunrise to Sunset
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Pets
Pets welcome; leash no longer than 10 feet at all times; no more than two dogs per campsite recommended; pets not allowed in buildings (except Cabins for Canines units), public swimming areas or waters reserved for fishing.
Statewide rule from Missouri's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
Fees apply to camping, lodging and some tours (e.g. cave tours).
Statewide fee rule from Missouri's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Missouri State Parks reservation system (UseDirect / Tyler, 'ICampMO')
- Phone
- 877-422-6766 (877-ICampMO)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Accessibility
Park Office
The park office provides one handicap parking space with a paved pathway to the entrance. The interior has plenty of room for maneuverability. An exterior information board is available for when the office is closed.
Picnic Area
Paved, level parking provides two handicap spaces with a pathway to an accessible picnic site. The shady site offers a water fountain, an extended-end table and a pedestal grill with a paved pathway to the accessible playground.
A second accessible picnic site is located next to an information kiosk. It is a sunnier site and provides a handicap parking space, an extended-end table and a pedestal grill.
The restroom in this area is not modified. The closest accessible restroom is in the campground.
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Shelter House
The shelter house provides one handicap parking space with a paved pathway, a water fountain, extended-end tables, lights, electric outlets, a group grill and a fireplace. It accommodates up to 90 people. An accessible vault toilet is located in a lower parking lot to the south of the shelter house.
Campground
- Three electric sites are accessible and provide an extended-end table, fire ring, lantern post and pedestal grill. Paved water hydrants are conveniently located nearby.
- The play structures in the campground are on sand and not modified for accessibility.
- The showerhouse offers level parking with an accessible ramp leading to a single roll-in shower and side transfer toilet.
- The woodlot has drive-up convenience, firewood is available by request from camp hosts or park staff.
- The dump station is not modified for accessibility at this time.
Lewis and Clark State Park
801 Lakecrest Blvd.
Rushville, MO 64484-9558
816-579-5564
1-800-334-6946
1-800-379-2419 TDD
Last updated: February 2025
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 16597 Dart Road
Meadville, MO 64659 - Nearest town
- Chillicothe — about 17 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 39.7901, -93.2327
- Phone
- (660) 963-2299
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Missouri State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Quick List of Parks and Historic Sites (HTML) + MoDNR ArcGIS boundary layer for coordinates
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology