Legacy from the creators of the Beverly Hillbillies
The area was preserved largely through the efforts and generosity of
Ruth and Paul Henning, who donated or sold much of the preserve
to the state of Missouri. Paul Henning is best known as the creator of
several of America's most popular television series, including the
Beverly Hillbillies, Petticoat Junction and Green Acres. He also wrote
episodes of the Andy Griffith Show, the George Burns and Gracie
Allen Show and the 1988 film Dirty Rotten Scoundrels  

Natives of Missouri, the Hennings maintained a life-long love for the
state, its scenery, culture and citizens. They helped establish the
conservation area to preserve the landscape for future generations.

The area protects a unique series of natural features called "balds."
Open glades along the slopes and tops of the hills, the balds were
used as meeting places for post-Civil War vigilante groups known as
"baldknobbers."

The area also preserves many locations featured in the classic
Herald Bell Wright book, Shepherd of the Hills. Among these are
Dewey Bald, Boulder Bald, Sammy Lane's Lookout and Little Pete's
Cave.

The Ruth and Paul Henning Conservation Area is located on
Highway 76 between Branson and Silver Dollar City. The paved
parking lot and associated overlook are wheelchair accessible and
provide fantastic views of the area. The trails themselves, however,
are strenuous in places.

 

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PHONE: (417) 334-6262
FAX: (417) 583-6101

Web site:www.lakeshoreresortbranson.com
Email: info@lakeshoreresortbranson.com

 

Lakeshore Resort and Conference Center
1773 Lakeshore Drive
Branson, Missouri 65616
417-334-6262
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1-800-583-6101

 

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