Marquand, MO

Settled in the Ozark foothills in the early 1800s, Marquand is a quiet rural community surrounded on three sides by the Mark Twain National Forest. The Castor River flows right past town, making fishing, swimming, and scenic backroad drives a big part of everyday life here. It has a deep history tied to early pioneers and the railroad, though today it mainly appeals to people looking for peace, open land, and easy access to the outdoors. For groceries, healthcare, and daily errands, residents make the short drive up Route A to Fredericktown.