Things to Do with Kids in Joplin, MO

  • TripBuzz found 43 things to do with kids in or near Joplin, Missouri, including 24 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carthage, Miami, Neosho and Galena.
  • From Reptile World Zoo to Lazer Force Lazer Tag Zone, the Joplin area offers 27 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, Theaters and Amusement Parks (All Ages).
  • Located in the southwest corner of Missouri is the city of Joplin. Boomtown Run is a popular event in this city, a half-marathon, 5K and children's run that takes place each summer and draws spectators from throughout the state. The city is also home to many beautiful and well-kept state parks.
  • TripBuzz found 43 things to do with kids in or near Joplin, Missouri, including 24 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carthage, Miami, Neosho and Galena.
  • From Reptile World Zoo to Lazer Force Lazer Tag Zone, the Joplin area offers 27 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, Theaters and Amusement Parks (All Ages).
  • Located in the southwest corner of Missouri is the city of Joplin. Boomtown Run is a popular event in this city, a half-marathon, 5K and children's run that takes place each summer and draws spectators from throughout the state. The city is also home to many beautiful and well-kept state parks.
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37.5 Miles
90% 29 votes
Specialty Museums 55251 E Hwy 85A, Afton, OK 74331 MoreLess Info
At Darryl Starbird's Rod & Custom Hall of Fame Museum, visitors can see over 50 custom-built vehicles. The site offers tours of the location and the ability to purchase souvenirs at the gift shop.
37.7 Miles
92% 26 votes
Botanical Gardens 1308 West 13th Street, Grove, OK 74345 MoreLess Info
Lendonwood Gardens houses over 1,200 different types of plants, including false cypress trees and rhododendrons. One of the highlights is the Angel of Hope Garden, which has an angel statue for the memory of lost loved ones.
38.2 Miles
- 0 votes
National & State Parks 901 State Park Road, Grove, OK 74344 MoreLess Info
The Honey Creek State Park has a variety of camping amenities, including 49 RV sites and 100 tent camp sites. Campers can also rest at the site's five comfort stations, four of which have showers.
39.1 Miles
92% 108 votes
History Museums 4404 W 20th St, Grove, OK 74344 MoreLess Info
The Har-Ber Village acts as a living museum of pioneer history with a Visitor Center and a gift shop known as The Country Store. Several historic buildings were relocated on the grounds, and there are exhibits featuring collectibles and antiques which can be used in demonstrations and programs.
39.3 Miles
98% 86 votes
Caverns & Caves 954 Hwy. 59 South, Noel, MO 64854 MoreLess Info
In 1927, Arthur Browning discovered the cave along with two road surveyors. They started to explore the area and discovered many underground rooms that were connected together, and the Browning family still operates this cave.
40.2 Miles
92% 24 votes
Resorts 31000 South Hwy 125, Afton, OK 74331 MoreLess Info
There is a large-scale golf club and marina at the Shangri-la Resort for both those who stay at the lodging area of the resort and visitors for the day. The site also features a fine dining experience at the Summit Restaurant with a gourmet menu.
40.9 Miles
100% 22 votes
Caverns & Caves 14290 N. Hwy 59, Sulphur Springs, AR 72768 MoreLess Info
Named after stories concerning legends of hidden treasure buried by the Spanish, the Old Spanish Treasure Cave offers a standard one-hour tour every day. Special programs like camping in the cave and haunted tours are provided as well.
49.9 Miles
57% 7 votes
Dog Park Bentonville, AR 72712 MoreLess Info
Situated on 1.3 acres, Bark Park is an off-leash canine recreation facility that offers separate areas for small and large dogs. The park provides benches, drinking water, restroom facilities and an agility course.
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