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Arrow Rock is the name of a bluff on the west side of the Missouri River, that was used as a landmark by Santa Fe Trail traders. The Lewis and Clark Expedition passed by here in 1804. About 1811, a ferry across the river was established, leading from the Boonslick Road, to what was originally called the Osage Trace, then to Fort Osage (the route later followed by the Santa Fe Trail). The town of Arrow Rock was formed in 1829.

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Santa Fe Trail Site Description
Arrow Rock Landing
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The Arrow Rock Landing, located near the town of Arrow Rock, was in use from around 1811 until 1927. Ruts of the road, from the landing to the town, may still be identified.
Huston Tavern 34K
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Tiny logo of the Santa Fe Trail.> The tavern, which is on the north side of Main Street in the center of town, was built about 1834 by John Huston. It was visited by many who traveled the Santa Fe Trail. It now houses a museum.
Santa Fe Spring 16K
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Tiny logo of the Santa Fe Trail. Santa Fe Spring, also called Big Spring and Arrow Rock Spring, was an assembly site for wagons headed for Santa Fe.


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