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Special to McDonald County Directory e City of Noel is beautifully situated on the Elk River, and ringed by the timbered Ozark mountains. Noel is centrally located for canoe trips down the Elk River and its tributaries of Big Sugar Creek and Indian Creek. ese fast-moving, clear-water streams bisect some of the grandest scenery in the Ozark range. It has been a perennial favorite of vacationers for more than half a century. Noel is for relaxing Among Noel's pleasant surprises—if you are a visitor used to endless tourist traps—is what is not here. You'll find no towering waterslides, no gaudy music emporiums, no sea plane rides, and no amusement parks. Dotted along the banks of the Elk River are lovely, shaded campgrounds and picturesque motels. Outdoorsmen have made Noel the canoe capital of the Ozarks. ere are a number of canoe rental outlets that offer various lengths of float trips. In short, Noel is for relaxing. Like the rest of the Ozarks where Noel is located, trees create as spectacular a blaze of color in the fall as the wildflowers do in the spring. But, it's the bluffs overhanging the roads that are the most breathtaking. ey provide a panorama of limestone splendor unmatched in the Ozarks. Beyond the cave Noel is home to the breathtaking Bluff Dwellers Cave, but it offers much more for the traveler beyond their famous cave. It is the perfect place for a summer adventure of floating, fishing, camping and lodging. e Elk River Resort is one of Noel's favorite destinations for those wanting to stay over in the city. With private cabins and convenient access to the scenic Elk River, you can take part in all Noel has to offer. You can canoe, ra, or kayak your way down the river in an adventure not easily forgotten, then return to the comfort of your cabin. At Elk River Resort, you don't have to pitch a tent to enjoy the outdoor. You can have comfort, shelter and privacy all with easy access to the river. If camping is more your style, River Ranch Resort in Noel makes a perfect destination for your group camping adventure. ey are also situated on the beautiful Elk River, a great choice for a summer float trip. ey offer canoes, ras, kayaks and tubes to rent for your floating pleasure. e campground also features 40 Canoe capital of the Ozarks Noel: 18 | McDonald county Directory 417-475-6188 309 Main St Noel, MO 64854 Tax Center 225 Main Street - Noel 417-475-4544 No waiting • No appointment necessary Tax Preparers' combined experience: 80 years! The OPEN ALL YEAR! Cave Tours | Museum | Gem Panning | & more! Noel, MO • 417-475-3666 • bluffdwellerscave.com Affordable Rental Housing for Working, Low-Income, Elderly or Disabled Families PO Box 305 624 Johnson Drive Noel, Missouri 64854 Call 417-475-3195 for information or go to noelhousing.com Noel Housing Authority