Fort Leonard Wood
Army Waynesville, Missouri
Top neighborhoods near Fort Leonard Wood
Waynesville
The city immediately adjacent to Fort Leonard Wood, with a dense military commercial strip and a growing residential base.
5–10 min to main gate
St. Robert
Community bordering the base that caters almost entirely to military families, with abundant apartment complexes and affordable single-family rentals.
5 min to main gate
Richland / Dixon areas
Rural Pulaski County communities with land and acreage available at very low prices for families wanting a country lifestyle.
15–25 min to main gate
Waynesville R-VI School District
Waynesville R-VI is highly regarded in Missouri and receives recognition for its military family support programs, including a dedicated Military Family Life Counselor presence.
What families should know
- Waynesville High School has strong JROTC, athletics, and career-tech programs
- District has won multiple Purple Star designations
- Student population is over 50% military-connected, making transitions seamless
Life around Fort Leonard Wood
Big Piney River (Mark Twain National Forest)
Crystal-clear Ozark river ideal for floating, kayaking, and fishing — one of Missouri's best float trips, right outside the base.
Missouri Military Memorial Museum
Community museum in Waynesville documenting Missouri's military heritage and the history of Fort Leonard Wood.
Roubidoux Spring & Creek
Natural spring and swimming hole in Waynesville that's a beloved local spot, especially for families during summer.
Old Stagecoach Stop
Historic tavern and restaurant in Waynesville serving American comfort food in a 19th-century stone building.
Lake of the Ozarks
Missouri's premier recreational lake about 45 minutes north — boating, water parks, and lakeside restaurants draw Fort Leonard Wood families all summer.
Fort Wood Hotels & Entertainment
Local entertainment cluster in St. Robert with bowling, movie theater, and dining catering to the military community.
Buying or renting near Fort Leonard Wood
Home Prices
$150,000–$240,000
Typical Rent
$800–$1,200/mo
The Fort Leonard Wood market is extremely affordable. The isolated location of the Ozarks keeps prices low. St. Robert and Waynesville are the primary rental markets, almost entirely military-driven.
Popular neighborhoods: St. Robert, Waynesville, Richland
Orders to Fort Leonard Wood?
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Call (719) 259-2246