Roadside Attraction

Grand Falls

Joplin, Missouri

Mile Marker 573 mi from Chicago

Price $

Highway Historic Route 66

Discover the raw power of the "Niagara of the West" at Grand Falls, a stunning natural spectacle just off the Mother Road. Witness the Joplin River cascade over a massive limestone ledge, creating a breathtaking display of whitewater and mist that changes with the seasons. It's a dramatic and accessible natural wonder, offering a refreshing pause for travelers seeking authentic Americana.

Grand Falls sits at mile 574 of Route 66 in Joplin, Missouri. Heading west, it's about 2 mi past Bonnie and Clyde shootout garage and 4 mi before 4 Women on the Route.

5685 Riverside Dr, Joplin, MO 64804, USA, Joplin, Missouri

(800) 657-2534

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