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Notable viewpoint · Madison, Missouri

Big Rock

Big Rock is a viewpoint in Madison, Missouri.

Big Rock: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Big Rock

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Big Rock — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 37.32422, -90.18622. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    How is the weather and view today?

    No visitor has reported the weather & road status for Big Rock yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Big Rock?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Big Rock?

    Nearby: Thompson Hollow (viewpoint, 10 km), Perkins Hollow (viewpoint, 19 km), Maria Pellegrino Park (park, 22 km), White Hollow (viewpoint, 28 km), Rockpile Mountain Wilderness (sanctuary, 30 km), Manning Cabin Hollow (viewpoint, 34 km).

    Is Big Rock worth visiting?

    Big Rock is listed as a notable viewpoint in Missouri on Spotwander.