Road Trips from Cape Girardeau, MO
You're looking to get out of Cape Girardeau this weekend. With options ranging from a quick 45-minute drive to a longer 6-hour haul, you can choose your own adventure. Most routes stick to flat terrain and highway driving, making for straightforward trips. You've got several destinations within a 2-hour radius, several of which offer access to national parks, plus a few further afield if you're looking for a more substantial drive.
Total Routes
7
Shortest
5.4h
With Parks Nearby
7
Weekend trip
7 total in this range
Oak Grove, MO
6h 9m324 mi one way
This is your longest option at 6.2 hours and 324 miles to Oak Grove, MO. It features a mixed highway and surface road profile with a perfect drive score of 10. You'll also have access to Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park and Gateway Arch National Park along the way.
Cameron, MO
7h 18m374 mi one way
Peculiar, MO
7h 1m368.4 mi one way
Gladstone, MO
6h 52m355.3 mi one way
Battlefield, MO
5h 21m271.5 mi one way
Battlefield, MO is a 5.4-hour drive, covering 271.5 miles. This route includes access to Wilson's Creek National Battlefield, offering a historical destination. It's primarily a highway drive with a drive score of 8.
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When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions on flat terrain, with parks like Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park accessible for exploration.
Summer
The mostly highway routes are suitable for summer travel, with national parks remaining open for visits.
Fall
Fall foliage can enhance drives through the flat terrain, and national park sites offer outdoor activities.
Winter
Winter drives on the mostly highway routes are feasible, though park accessibility may vary.
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