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Missouri National Recreational River
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Portion of the 39-mile reach of the

Tom Patterson

Looking upstream at the 39-mile reach of the "rec river"

If you want an idea of what the Missouri River and the surrounding terrain between Sioux City, Iowa, and Fort Randall Dam look like, here is your opportunity. 

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"Rec River" Flyover [4.6 mb]. Requires QuickTime.

 
Steamboat Yellow Stone  

Did You Know?
The "Yellow Stone," a steamboat belonging the John Jacob Astor's American Fur Company, was the first to ascend the "Big Muddy" to the waters of the "rec river."

Last Updated: February 13, 2008 at 14:49 EST