Historic Grist Mills

Ozark County’s Historic Grist Mills

A visit to Ozark County is incomplete without a tour of its famous old mills.

Life in Ozark County in the 1800’s was tough. Farmers would have to drive their wagons for many miles to mill their grain. If you love history and the power of water, you will enjoy a visit to the five existing mills in Ozark County. Dawt Mill and Rockbridge Mill have been restored and are full time resorts, Hodgson Mill, the most photographed mill in Missouri can be visited, but not entered, Zanoni Mill is an event venue and Hammond Mill has been converted into a luxury home, this megalith mill can be viewed from the outside as well. 

  • Rockbridge Mill is now the Grist Mill, a pub-like establishment serving drinks and appetizers at Rainbow Trout Ranch. (view_more)
  • Dawt Mill houses a gift shop, canoe outfitter and offers camp sites and a hotel, convention center and restaurants. (view_more)
  • Hammond Mill has been restored into a beautiful and rustic 3,600 square ft. home and now operates as a vacation retreat. (view_more)
  • Hodgson Mill, the most photographed mill in Missouri a beautiful place for a picnic or just rest and relax. (view_more)
  • Zanoni Mill is on private property. (view_more)
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