Eagle Rock, Missouri facts for kids
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Eagle Rock, Missouri
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 Eagle Rock, Missouri
Location in Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Barry |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.76 sq mi (7.14 km2) |
| • Land | 2.33 sq mi (6.05 km2) |
| • Water | 0.42 sq mi (1.09 km2) |
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 193 |
| • Density | 82.69/sq mi (31.92/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 417 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2587065 |
Eagle Rock is a small community in Barry County, Missouri, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city. It is also a census-designated place, which is an area the government counts for population. In 2020, about 193 people lived in Eagle Rock.
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About Eagle Rock
Eagle Rock is located in the state of Missouri, USA. It sits along Missouri Route 86, which is a main road in the area. The community is also very close to the beautiful Table Rock Lake.
Fun Things to Do
Eagle Rock is a great place for outdoor activities. It has a state campground where people can stay and enjoy nature. There is also a public marina, which is a place where boats can dock. This makes it easy for people to go out on Table Rock Lake.
How Eagle Rock Got Its Name
The community of Eagle Rock has had a post office since 1886. The name "Eagle Rock" comes from a special rock formation nearby. This rock formation looks like it could be a home for eagles.
Retreat Center
About four miles southwest of Eagle Rock, you can find the Eagle Rock Retreat Center. This center is home to the Royal Rangers National Training Center. The Royal Rangers are youth groups from the Assembly of God youth organizations.
Education in Eagle Rock
Students in Eagle Rock attend schools in the Cassville R-IV School District. This district provides education for children in the area.
Eagle Rock also has its own public library. This library is a part of the Barry-Lawrence Regional Library system. It offers books and other resources for everyone in the community.
