Our town is nestled in the heart of the Southern Missouri Ozark Mountains, an area abundant with the riches of forests, fields and streams. Hunting and fishing are popular pursuits for many of the residents. Visitors also enjoy the flash of the whitetail deer and the opportunities to encounter wild turkey or a covey of quail. The area offers terrific fishing in local streams as well as easy access to lake fishing nearby. Hunter, fisherman and nature lover alike are at home here.

Three designated "scenic highways" meet in Ava. Missouri Highway 5 connects points such as Missouri's Lake of the Ozark country to the north and Arkansas to the south. State routes 14 and 76 merge in Ava and cover some of the most beautiful areas in the entire state. To those traversing the major interstate highways, we proclaim our roads the Scenic Route to Branson!

The world headquarters of the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association inc is located just outside the city limits. In 2002, the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse officially was designated the State Horse of Missouri. The Association's one hundred fifty acres include stables, arenas and 300 full-service campsites.

Citizens of Ava and the surrounding area are known for their friendliness, kindness and neighborly customs. Some customs dating back to "the old country" still linger in the culture of the Ozarks.

The Ava Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors a number of events that highlight our beautiful surroundings and our cultural heritage. These events include a City Wide Yard Sale in early June,  Glade Top Trail Flaming Fall Revue a Festival in October,  our annual Christmas Parade, and Friday Night Christmas Frolic .For more information, see our Calendar of Events .