Regions of Missouri

Glaciated Till Plain

Located in the Northern part of Missouri. Created by large glaciers of ice. This region has rolling hills and flat plains. Rich farm land makes this an attractive place for growing corn and soybeans.

Mississippi Lowlands

Once a snake filled swamp, now known for its rich, black soil. Farmers in the Bootheel grow cotton, rice, and soybeans that are transported around the world.

Osage Plains

Part of the Great Plains of America. flat with only a few rolling hills. Good for growing grain and for raising farm animals. **Coal mining is important in this region.**

Mississippi River

Runs along the eastern border of Missouri

Missouri River

Runs through Missouri

Ozark Highlands

This region is known for its steep hills and rocky soil. It is the largest region in the state. Tourism is a large part of the economy. Many people visit the Ozarks to see its scenic beauty, rugged hills, caves, lakes, springs, rivers, and forest.

Alluvial River Plain

located along Missouri's two great rivers: The Missouri River and The Mississippi River. Missouri's two largest cities are locked in this region: St. Louis and Kansas City.

Jefferson City

the state capitol of Missouri