Wayland, MO
- Elevation
- 535 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Wayland is a tiny, welcoming community of around 400 people tucked away in northeastern Missouri's Clark County. Situated along the Fox River just a short drive east of Kahoka, the town offers a quiet, relaxed pace of life surrounded by scenic farmland. While its roots trace back to the late 1800s as a railroad and grain hub, today Wayland is a peaceful rural spot where neighbors know each other well. Families send their kids to the Clark County R-I schools in neighboring Kahoka, which also serves as the go-to spot for dining, groceries, and daily errands. It is an easygoing place for anyone seeking small-town simplicity and open space.
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