General
Taking it's name from a buffalo lick, Licking was established in 1826 and is located in the heart of the Ozarks. Known as one of the states best locations for deer and turkey hunting, the area is alive with al types of wildlife - a true sportsman's paradise.
Within a few minutes drive from Licking are: Montauk State Park, the Big Piney River, the Current River, and the Mark Twain National Forest. Beautiful and clear areas for canoeing, trout fishing, bass fishing and camping.
Licking is a town of nature, homes, churches and people. A true "hometown" atmosphere.
Climate
Four distinct seasons with the coldest month being January with normal temperatures being 33.6, hottest month July with average being 78.8, dryest month August with rainfall of 1.96, wettest month April with 5.82 inches. Growing season 180 days.
Population
Licking 1328, Texas County 21,476
Location
Licking is located 138 miles southwest of St louis, 100 miles east of Springfield and 35 miles south of Rolla in Texas County.
Highways
U.S. Highway 63 and Missouri Highways 32 and 137 all run through Licking. Highway 63 is Missouri's primary north-south route in the center of the state. Access to Interstate 44 is only 35 miles north by Highway 63. Access to four-lane U.S. 60 is 30 miles to the south by U.S. 63.
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