A city situated along historic Route 66 and centrally located in the Midwest, Joplin, Missouri has activities for all ages. Within a short drive out of the town, a visitor can find several casinos near the Missouri border going into Oklahoma. Head south down Interstate 44 and you'll discover a world of glittering lights and great entertainment.
The Downstream Casino is on the border of Missouri and Oklahoma along Interstate 44, about 10 miles from Joplin. This casino draws inspiration from the rich Native American culture of the area. Downstream is more than a place to make bets. It is also an exquisite Las Vegas-style resort featuring live daily entertainment such as blues, classic rock and country music at Legends Sports Bar. The Venue at Downstream pulls in popular musical acts from today and yesteryear such as Lee Ann Womack and The Guess Who. A 12-story hotel dominates the resort. All guests must be over 18 to enter the resort, but those under 18 are welcome with adult supervision to any of the dining rooms (Devil's Promenade, Buffalo Grille, Red Oak Steakhouse, Spring River Buffet and Wa-Na-Bee-Dea snack bar). Pick up a Q-Pass to earn points for discounts and monthly promotions.
Downstream Casino Resort
69300 East Nee Road
Quapaw, OK 74363
888-396-7876
918-919-6000
downstreamcasino.com
The Bordertown Casino is 18 miles south of Joplin along Route 43 in Seneca, Missouri. This casino features high stakes bingo, poker, slots and other gambling tables you would find in your average casino. Rebuilt in 2003, the Bordertown Casino has an air filtration system that cycles out smoke 12 times an hour and is environmentally friendly. With more than 1,000 gaming machines and open 24 hours a day, the facility includes Three Sisters Restaurant, which offers gourmet food from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. If you need a late night bite, a snack bar is always open. Join Club Bordertown for extra promotions and discounts at the casino and bingo hall.
Bordertown Casino
129 West Oneida St.
Seneca, MO 64865
800-957-2435 ext 358
bordertownbingo.com
High Winds Casino touts itself as "the most exciting gaming facility in Oklahoma." Located in East Miami, Oklahoma, about 30 miles southwest of Joplin along Interstate 44, High Winds contains the newest slot technology in the area. This casino complex features a spacious gaming floor with every kind of table imaginable and special promotions every week. For dining, visit Bedlam Sports Grille, where you can find everything from burgers to steak at affordable prices. Down a few drinks at the High Winds Casino Lounge while watching your favorite team on one of the flat screen TVs lining the walls. Become a part of the High Winds Players Rewards Club for bonus offers, discounts and promotions.
High Winds Casino
61475 E. 100 Road
Miami, OK 74354
918-541-9463
highwindscasino.com
