The stone ruins of the castle at Ha Ha Tonka State Park and the view of the Lake of the Ozarks from the overlook

Interstate 44 · 2 stops · 185 mi

Ha Ha Tonka to the Gateway Arch: Interstate 44 Road Trip Stops

2 stops · 185 miles · about 3 hr 36 min of driving

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The two stops from our co-pilot reel, in the order you would drive them through Missouri. Facts and visitor notes come from official sources (linked under each stop). The photos are ours. Mileage and drive time are a routing estimate without traffic or stops. Check current road and hours before you go.

  1. Ha Ha Tonka State Park

    The stone ruins of the castle at Ha Ha Tonka State Park and the view of the Lake of the Ozarks from the overlook

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    • The ruins of a turn-of-the-century stone castle overlook the park and offer impressive views of the Lake of the Ozarks and Ha Ha Tonka Spring. Source: mostateparks.com ↗
    • The park is a geologic wonderland featuring sinkholes, caves, a huge natural bridge, sheer bluffs, and Missouri's 12th-largest spring. Source: mostateparks.com ↗
    • A series of trails and boardwalks makes it easy for visitors to experience the park's historic castle and geologic wonders. Source: mostateparks.com ↗
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  2. 185 mi · 3 hr 36 min from stop 1

    Gateway Arch

    The stainless steel Gateway Arch against a clear blue sky

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    • Construction of the Gateway Arch began in 1963 and was completed on October 28, 1965, for a total cost of less than $15 million. Source: nps.gov ↗
    • The Gateway Arch has foundations sunk 60 feet into the ground and is built to withstand earthquakes and high winds. Source: nps.gov ↗
    • A Grand Staircase leads from the St. Louis levee to the base of the Gateway Arch. Source: nps.gov ↗
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