State Parks Near Moberly, Missouri
16 state park units lie within 50 miles of Moberly. The closest is Union Covered Bridge State Historic Site, about 18 mi east of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Union Covered Bridge State Historic Site18 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 16 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 71 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 6pets allowed
State parks near Moberly, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Moberly; driving distance is usually longer.
Union Covered Bridge State Historic Site
Union Covered Bridge State Historic Site is a 3-acre historic site in Monroe County, about 6 miles southwest of Paris.
Hours, fees and rules for Union Covered Bridge State Historic Site →Finger Lakes State Park
Things to do include mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, boating, and fishing. On the water side, there is a swimming beach. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Finger Lakes State Park →Long Branch State Park
The park supports mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Long Branch State Park →Boone's Lick State Historic Site
Visitors come for picnicking and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Boone's Lick State Historic Site →Mark Twain State Park
Visitors come for boating, swimming, fishing, ranger programs, and hiking. The official site lists about 6 miles of trails. On the water side, there is a swimming beach. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Mark Twain State Park →Jewell Cemetery State Historic Site
Jewell Cemetery State Historic Site is a historic site in Boone County, about 2 miles from Columbia.
Hours, fees and rules for Jewell Cemetery State Historic Site →Mark Twain Birthplace State Historic Site
The park supports historic sites, fishing, and ranger programs.
Hours, fees and rules for Mark Twain Birthplace State Historic Site →Arrow Rock State Historic Site
Things to do include historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, fishing, ranger programs, and hiking. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with full hookups and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Arrow Rock State Historic Site →Rock Bridge Memorial State Park
Popular activities here are mountain biking, horseback riding, biking, ranger programs, and fishing. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Rock Bridge Memorial State Park →Sappington Cemetery State Historic Site
In Saline County, about 12 miles southeast of Marshall, Sappington Cemetery State Historic Site covers about 1 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Sappington Cemetery State Historic Site →Sappington African American Cemetery State Historic Site
Covering about 2 acres, Sappington African American Cemetery State Historic Site lies in Saline County, about 12 miles southeast of Marshall.
Hours, fees and rules for Sappington African American Cemetery State Historic Site →Katy Trail State Park
Popular activities here are mountain biking, horseback riding, biking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Katy Trail State Park →Annie and Abel Van Meter State Park
Popular activities here are canoeing and kayaking, boating, ranger programs, fishing, and hiking. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Annie and Abel Van Meter State Park →Gen. John J. Pershing Boyhood Home State Historic Site
Things to do include historic sites, ranger programs, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Gen. John J. Pershing Boyhood Home State Historic Site →Pershing State Park
Things to do include boating, fishing, ranger programs, hiking, and picnicking. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Pershing State Park →Locust Creek Covered Bridge State Historic Site
Covering about 40 acres, Locust Creek Covered Bridge State Historic Site lies in Linn County, about 17 miles east of Chillicothe.
Hours, fees and rules for Locust Creek Covered Bridge State Historic Site →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Moberly
- Finger Lakes State Park 24 mi south · Campground listed
- Long Branch State Park 27 mi north · Campground listed
- Mark Twain State Park 34 mi east · Campground listed
- Arrow Rock State Historic Site 37 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Rock Bridge Memorial State Park 38 mi south · Campground listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Moberly
- Mark Twain State Park 34 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Moberly
- Finger Lakes State Park 24 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
- Long Branch State Park 27 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Mark Twain State Park 34 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Arrow Rock State Historic Site 37 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Annie and Abel Van Meter State Park 45 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 1 more in the list above
Swimming near Moberly
- Finger Lakes State Park 24 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Long Branch State Park 27 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Mark Twain State Park 34 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Moberly
- Finger Lakes State Park 24 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Long Branch State Park 27 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Boone's Lick State Historic Site 33 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Mark Twain State Park 34 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Arrow Rock State Historic Site 37 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Fishing near Moberly
- Finger Lakes State Park 24 mi south · Fishing listed
- Long Branch State Park 27 mi north · Fishing listed
- Mark Twain State Park 34 mi east · Fishing listed
- Mark Twain Birthplace State Historic Site 35 mi east · Fishing listed
- Arrow Rock State Historic Site 37 mi southwest · Fishing listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Moberly
What is the closest state park to Moberly?
Union Covered Bridge State Historic Site is the closest, about 18 miles east of Moberly in a straight line. Next are Finger Lakes State Park and Long Branch State Park.
How many state parks are near Moberly?
16 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Moberly have camping?
7 parks list camping, the nearest being Finger Lakes State Park, Long Branch State Park and Mark Twain State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Moberly?
Yes, at 6 parks, including Finger Lakes State Park, Long Branch State Park and Mark Twain State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Moberly?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Columbia, MO33 mi south
- Near Mexico, MO35 mi southeast
- Near Kirksville, MO54 mi north
- Near Jefferson City, MO60 mi south
- Near Sedalia, MO65 mi southwest
- Near Quincy, IL67 mi northeast
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.