"There is nothing so American as our National Parks... the fundamental idea behind the parks... is that the country belongs to the People." Franklin D. Roosevelt
Alley Mill was built in 1894 Learn more about the history of the "Old Red Mill" more...
Wildflowers in the Ozarks Many people are surprised to find that wild orchids grow in the Ozarks. More about wildflowers.... more...
Did You Know?
"Shut Ins" are an Ozark term for small canyon-like areas where water and rock struggle. Ozark National Scenic Riverways' Rocky Falls is the best known in the park, but there are several more in less easily accessible areas such as near Klepzig Mill. More at www.nps.gov/ozar
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