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Whether you’re visiting Callaway County for a vacation, graduation, wedding, or on business—you’ll need a place to lay your head at night. Hotels and motels are listed on the map section of this guide. Properties can change often. We recommend guests research their options and confirm details directly with property managers.

SPECIALTY LODGING:

Cedar Creek Resort & RV Park

In a flashback to a simpler time, head to Crane’s Country Store for one of their famous bologna and cheese sandwiches for $1, or upgrade to another deli meat for $2. The Crane family has been outfitting folks since 1889. 10675 Old US Highway 40, Williamsburg, 573-254-3311

The smell alone will draw you in to MoJo’s BBQ & Grill, where you’ll enjoy 100% hickory wood slow-smoked barbecue, served with love. Or you can choose catfish, shrimp, burgers, hot wings, and Cajun. 2207 Cardinal Dr, Fulton, 573-592-8000

After a day of summertime exploring, you’ve earned a frozen cocktail on the patio at The Station (524 Court St, Fulton, 573-890-2669). The kids will love the lemonade and cotton candy from The Spot, located next door (526 Court St, Fulton, 573-220-0177). Both open seasonally.

Just down the street, Beks offers incredible dinners. All their food is prepared in-house, with made-to-order pasta and hand-cut USDA aged steaks, and arguably the best carrot cake you’ll ever have. 511 Court St, Fulton, 573-592-7117

Ms. Kim’s Fish & Chicken Shack

Fridays, and Saturdays, and the place fills up quickly. The chicken and fish are cooked to order. Slow down with family and friends and enjoy every delicious bite. 505 Nichols St, Fulton, 573-416-4070

Fontenot’s Po’Boys gumbos, shrimp and grits, jambalaya, etouffee, beignets, and po’ boys served on crusty Gambino’s French bread. It’s the best outside of New Orleans. 600 Commons Dr, Fulton, 573-310-6500

Beautiful brick and wooded retreat with a large stone fireplace, gathering area and pool table, six cabins, an A-frame, plus camping sites for tents and RVs. Lake with fishing and water sports. North of Millersburg at 3251 Pine Tree Dr, Columbia, 573-239-8340

Loganberry Inn

An 1899 grand Victorian home with five guest rooms, each with private baths. Chef-prepared breakfast. Available for elopements and weddings. Near colleges, Churchill Museum, and Brick District. 310 W Seventh St, Fulton, 573-642-9229

The Uptown Loft

One of a kind, 1,800 square-foot loft in the Brick District. Two bedrooms, kitchen, shuffleboard table, classic video games, and room to relax. Located above Prickly Pear Antiques and More. 515 Court St, Fulton, 573-808-3672

Hanson Hills Campground

Family-owned, 45 acre campground with shade trees and a variety of amenities for tent and RV camping. 3643 County Road 221, Kingdom City, 573-642-8600

Speaking of camping... If the great outdoors are calling, Callaway County has you covered. Take a hike or bike ride on the KATY or Stinson Creek trails. Play the greens at Tanglewood Golf Course—one of the best public courses in central Missouri. Get messy at Battle Creek Paintball. Follow a fall corn maze at Shryock’s Callaway Farms or Fischer Farms Pumpkin Patch. Explore nature at her finest at Prairie Garden Trust or one of Callaway’s many conservation areas such as Little Dixie Lake. Go to visitfulton.com/outdoors.