Taking its name from a buffalo lick, Licking was established in 1826 and is located in the heart of the Ozarks. Known as one of the state's best locations for deer and turkey hunting, the area is alive with all types of wildlife – a true sportsman's paradise.

CLIMATE >>

Licking boasts four distinct seasons with the coldest month being January with a normal temperature of 33.6º. The hottest month is July with an average temperature of 78.8º. The driest month is August with a typical rainfall of 1.96", and April is considered to be the wettest month with an average 5.28" of rainfall. The growing season is 180 days.

OUTDOOR RECREATION >>

Licking has two city parks for year-round enjoyment. The basketball courts, tennis courts, and sand volleyball court offers entertainment for all ages. Drive just a few minutes in any direction around Licking and you will find some of the best outdoor recreation Missouri has to offer. Montauk State Park is located 12 miles east of Licking. Montauk Spring has a daily flow of 43,000,000 gallons and forms the headwaters of the Current River.

Mark Twain National Forest in the general areas totals 190,000 acres of natural beauty with clear, fresh water from springs, creeks, and rivers. Paddy Creek Wilderness area covers 7,020 acres and is located 16 miles west of Licking.

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