Far West Temple Site

4.9
383 reviews

About

Historical Landmark
The Far West Temple Site, located several miles northwest of Kingston, Missouri, is where Latter-day Saints began to build a temple in July 1838. Serving as the Church headquarters for a short time, Far West, in Caldwell County, Missouri, was also the location where the Lord revealed the full name of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and established the law of tithing.

Location

Far West Temple Site
NW Far W Drive, Kingston, MO
64650, United States

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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Historical Significance

Many visitors appreciated the site's importance in LDS history and found it educational.

Peaceful Atmosphere

Customers frequently described the location as serene, beautiful, and a great place for reflection or meditation.

Clean Facilities

Reviewers consistently noted the cleanliness of the bathrooms and overall maintenance of the grounds.

Visitor Experience

Visitors enjoyed the informative plaques and the opportunity to learn about the site's history, though some mentioned the need for a visitor center.

Accessibility

Some customers found the location challenging to reach due to road conditions, but felt the visit was worthwhile.
  • KH
    Kernja Huerta
    4 days ago
    5.0
    Absolutely breathtaking! I am truly lucky to be a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. This is Gods Kingdom on Earth. This is Holy Ground.
  • SM
    Stephen McMullin
    Nov 2, 2025
    5.0
    It's very historically accurate and a peaceful atmosphere here.
  • TN
    Terri Nelson
    Oct 30, 2025
    4.0
    Nicely kept. Just needs a visitors center
  • SR
    Shawna Rimington
    Sep 26, 2025
    5.0
    Wonderful spot. Loved the quotes, the peace. Very clean bathrooms and a filtered water fountain.
  • GB
    Greg Brim
    Sep 21, 2025
    5.0
    A fundamental LDS historical site

Frequently Asked Questions About Far West Temple Site

What is the historical significance of the Far West Temple Site in Missouri?

The Far West Temple Site is where Latter-day Saints began building a temple in July 1838. It served as the Church headquarters briefly and is where the full name of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was revealed and the law of tithing established.

Where is the Far West Temple Site located?

It is located on NW Far W Drive, several miles northwest of Kingston, Missouri, in Caldwell County.