Finger Lakes State Park 10 miles North of Columbia off US 63, Columbia, MO 65201, 573-443-5315, Swimming, canoeing, camping, and much more. 

Rock Bridge Memorial State Park 7 miles South of Columbia off US 63, Columbia, MO 65201, 573-449-7402, This beautiful state park offers a great for the family to explore. 

Cosmopolitan Recreation Area Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65201, Just off I-70, 573-874-7460, A 520-acre park includes large playground, skate park, Rainbow Softball Center, mountain bike course, shelters and other recreational opportunities.

Eagle Bluffs Conservation Area County Road K off Highway 163, Columbia, MO 65201, Southwest of Columbia, 573-445-3882, This conservation area offers great hunting and fishing and includes hiking trails.

AMF Town & Country Lanes 1508 Providence Road, Columbia, MO 65203, 573-442-4729, Popular bowling center offering state-of-the-art bowling lanes, billiard tables, games, and snacks. 

L.A. Nickell Golf Course 1800 Parkside Drive, Columbia, MO 65201, Cosmo Park, 573-445-4213, Public 18 hole golf course featuring a driving range, continuous cart paths, and riding cart rentals. 

Three Creeks Conservation Area Deer Creek Road off Highway 63, Columbia, MO 65201, 573-884-6861, This area offers 1,277 acres of hiking, biking, horseback riding, and more.

Empire Roller Rink, LLC 1305 Business Loop 70, Columbia, MO 65201, 573-443-7375, Family entertainment center offering public skating, roller hockey, and a snack bar. Classes are available. 

MKT Nature Trail 800 South Stadium Boulevard, Columbia, MO 65201, 573-874-7460, A spur of the Katy Trail with trailhead in downtown Columbia.