Ha Ha Tonka State Park, located in Camdenton, is one of Missouri’s most unique state parks. This large park has over 15 miles of trails but one trail will take you on an awesome hike to abandoned castle ruins. Ha Ha Tonka State Park has numerous trails that are both longer and more difficult to complete but each has great sights like beautiful views, a large spring, and Missouri’s largest natural bridge. Take a break from the boat and venture on land at the lake to discover the ruins at Ha Ha Tonka State Park.
Castle Trail at Ha Ha Tonka State Park is under a mile in length and completely paved.
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This trail is ADA accessible and dog friendly.
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Robert McClure Snyder began construction on his grand estate in 1904. Sadly, Mr. Snyder died in 1906 in one of Missouri’s first recorded automobile accidents.
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His sons finished the castle in the late 1920’s but lost the property after the stock market crash. Then, in 1942, the castle caught fire, all that remains are the ruins you see today.
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The property was aquired by the Missouri State Parks System in 1978. They have since refurbished many of the remaining buildings and stabilized the castle ruins.
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This hike is unique and stunning with expansive views of the Lake of the Ozarks and the lush green rolling hills.
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Find Ha Ha Tonka State Park at 1491 State Road D, Camdenton.
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