Pony Express RV Park & Campground

The Great Outdoors

Maysville campers will love visiting the state parks close to their campground. Wallace State Park is one of the nearest parks and consists of vibrant woodlands and grasslands encompassing the six-acre Lake Allaman. Anybody looking for a relaxing stroll along tree-shaded paths should consider visiting this park, and there are four short trails lined with benches for a quick and easy stroll. The small lake is also a good spot for fishing and boating; however, there is no boat ramp at the lake. If you're looking to relax, there are many picnic tables at the park, either along the lake or in the woods, which are ideal for a scenic lunch.The Missouri River is just a stone's throw from the campsites at Pony Express RV Park and Campground, and one of the best places to experience the river is at the Weston Bend State Park. This park features dense forests and hills overlooking the Missouri River. This park is a popular spot for hikers, with easy trails that lead gently uphill to an overlook, which afford picturesque vistas of the Missouri River. If you're a cyclist, there's also a three-mile paved trail that leads through the park. While exploring, keep an eye out for the local bird population, with over 200 species residing here, including great blue herons, osprey, and bald eagles.Another popular park worth seeing during your trip with the motorhome rental near Maysville is Lewis and Clark State Park. These world-famous explorers documented this historic park in their journals, and now it's a popular spot for locals and visitors looking to escape the big city. Lewis and Clark Lake is a popular location for boating and fishing and catches here include buffalo, carp, and catfish. The park is well-known for its abundance of birds, and people come from across the region to see over 200 species of bird, with commons sights including snowy egrets, osprey, and swans.

Exploring the City

When you rent an RV in northwest Missouri, you'll want to visit the spectacular Kansas City. The city is one of the most interesting urban areas around and has many great attractions for all ages. Kansas City is famous for its rich musical history, and one of the best ways to learn about it is at the American Jazz Museum. This museum tells the story of "Kansas City jazz" through informational videos and historical artifacts. While at the museum, check out one of the concerts and find out what this jazz is all about.You may also want to visit one of Kansas City's popular art museums. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is one of the best in the region, and features art from across the world, with an especially well-respected collection of Asian art. Works by several household names are on display here, including Claude Monet, Winslow Homer, and El Greco.If you're looking for something the whole family will enjoy, consider a trip to the Kansas City Zoo. This large zoo has a wide range of intriguing critters on display, including inquisitive chimpanzees and majestic Amur leopards. The zoo also offers experiences where you can get up close to some of your favorite animals. If you'd like to see the animals from a different angle, there are a few different zoo rides, including a boat, train, and a safari ski lift.