Cedar Creek, Missouri facts for kids
Cedar Creek or Cedarcreek is a small, unincorporated community in Taney County, Missouri, Missouri, United States. It's like a small neighborhood that isn't officially a town or city.
It is located about fifteen miles (which is about a 45-minute drive) southeast of Branson, Missouri. You can find it where two roads, Missouri Supplemental Routes M and KK, meet. A stream also called Cedar Creek is located about three miles north on Route M. This community is part of the larger Branson, Missouri Micropolitan Statistical Area, which means it's connected to the economic area around Branson.
What is Cedar Creek?
Cedar Creek is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a mayor or city council. Instead, it's governed by the county, which is Taney County, Missouri.
Where is Cedar Creek Located?
This community is nestled in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of southern Missouri. It's quite close to the popular tourist city of Branson, which is famous for its entertainment and shows. The specific location at the intersection of Routes M and KK makes it easy to find for anyone traveling through the area.
A Bit of History
The community of Cedar Creek has a history that goes back to the late 1800s. A post office was first opened here in 1871, and it was called Cedar Creek. Later, in 1894, the name of the post office was changed slightly to Cedarcreek. The community got its name from the nearby stream, Cedar Creek, which flows through the area.
