Historic Site

Arrow Rock State Historic Site

Arrow Rock · 39521 Visitor Center Dr Arrow Rock MO 65320

Location Details

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Type

Historic Site

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Setting

Interior + Exterior

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Parking

Yes

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Power

Limited

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Size

5000

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Prior Filming

Intact 1830s–1860s Missouri River trading town; major Santa Fe Trail departure point

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Permit

Required

Visual Character

“1830s–1860s Missouri River trading town, antebellum courthouse, tavern, stone structures, Santa Fe Trail landmark”

⚠️ Restrictions

Arrow Rock State Site

About this location

Kerr Lake State Recreation Area offers filmmakers an expansive 800-mile shoreline reservoir spanning three North Carolina counties, featuring dramatic forested peninsulas and pristine Roanoke River vistas perfect for water-based scenes, establishing shots, and natural wilderness cinematography. The sprawling open water and dense woodland landscape provide versatile backdrops for adventure, period pieces, and contemporary drama, with multiple access points across Vance, Warren, and Granville County locations. Permits are required for all filming at this popular public recreation area, making it an ideal choice for productions seeking authentic, large-scale outdoor environments near the Research Triangle region.