Alton (Missouri)

Scenic Highway 19 travels through national forests and crosses several scenic rivers. U.S. Highway 160 from West Plains, Missouri or Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Nearby Thayer, Missouri has a small airport.

• Eleven Point National Wild and Scenic River is a well preserved stream through some of Missouri's most unspoiled forest.
• Irish Wilderness is the largest wilderness area in Missouri.
• Mark Twain National Forest. Oregon County contains more national forest land than any other county in Missouri and you will find great seclusion and natural beauty here.

• Float or fish the Eleven Point River.
• See Greer Spring.
• Hike the Ozark Trail along the Eleven Point River.

• Benita's Cafe, 4 Court Sq, ☏ +1 417-778-7711. Delicious lunch specials and evening buffets. 
• Burger Palace, 304 Market St, ☏ +1 417-778-7276. Locally owned burger place with delicious milkshakes and ice cream treats. 
• Grandma's Kitchen, 14 Ct Sq, ☏ +1 417-778-7577. Downhome cooking. Best place in town for breakfast. Where the locals gather for coffee. 
• River's Edge Fish & Grill, Hwy 99, ☏ +1 417-764-3371. A few miles out of Alton at the head of the Eleven Point River in the peaceful community of Thomasville. 

• The Beer Shed, Hwy 160, ☏ +1 417-778-7151. Locally owned package store providing all your float trip, trail ride, and hunting camp needs. 

• Eleven Point Cottages, At the Junction of US Hwy 160 & State Hwy 19, ☏ +1 417-270-2497. Locally owned cottages provide comfort while visiting area attractions. $65+ per night. 
• Alton Motel, 401 Market Street, ☏ +1 417-778-6208. Affordable accommodations. $40+ per night.