Dillard Mill State Historic Site
"Rolla offers lodging, restaurants, and easy access for day-trippers heading to the mill. Visitors from Rolla often come for a quiet outdoor excursion and a look at local history."
A scenic historic site featuring a restored 19th-century water-powered gristmill along Huzzah Creek.
Ha Ha Tonka State Park
"Rolla residents and visitors often make the drive for hiking, photography, and a change of scenery. The park’s unique geology and castle ruins make it a memorable outing from the Rolla area."
A scenic Ozarks park known for castle ruins, bluffs, caves, and spring-fed lake views.
Annie and Abel Van Meter State Park
"Rolla travelers interested in historic sites and scenic overlooks may find the park a worthwhile stop on a longer central Missouri outing."
A historic Missouri River park preserving the Van Meter homestead and the remains of an early river town.