Taney County

Taney County is an administrative division in southwestern Missouri that spreads across forested hills with rivers and lakes throughout. Forsyth serves as the county seat and lies centrally in the region, while major highways like U.S. Route 65 cross through the area.

The county was established in 1837 and named after Roger Brooke Taney, a leading Supreme Court justice of the nation. Its creation reflected the period of westward expansion and the building of new administrative structures in the Midwest.

The area reflects rural traditions and local craftsmanship visible in markets and festivals throughout the year. Residents and visitors gather regularly at community events that mirror the pace and values of Ozark life.

Visitors can best explore the area by car, as main roads like U.S. Route 65 offer good connections through the region. Most services and information centers are located in Forsyth, where the main public buildings are concentrated.

The county borders several neighboring Missouri counties and extends southward to the Arkansas border. This border location creates a special connection between two states and shapes the local sense of place.

Location: Missouri

Inception: 1837

Capital city: Forsyth

Shares border with: Christian County, Boone County, Douglas County, Ozark County, Marion County, Carroll County, Stone County

Website: http://co.taney.mo.us

GPS coordinates: 36.65000,-93.04000

Latest update: December 22, 2025 12:11