Montauk State Park, State park at Current River headwaters, Missouri, US.
Montauk State Park is a large protected area at the headwaters of the Current River in Missouri. The park covers about 3,000 acres and is fed by several natural springs that pour water into the river daily.
The area became a protected state park in 1926 to preserve its natural springs and river. During the 1930s, the Civilian Conservation Corps built a dam, spillway, and other structures to manage the water and support the park.
The old mill from 1896 shows how people once ground grain using spring water from this area. You can observe the traditional milling techniques that were part of daily life in the Ozarks.
The park has fishing areas along the Current River where you can catch rainbow and brown trout. There are designated zones with good trails and riverside access that are easiest to visit during warmer months.
Three historic buildings at the park, including the old dam and spillway, were added to the National Register in 1985. These early structures remain visible today and show how water was managed decades ago.
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