Conception, Missouri is a small town located in Nodaway County. The area experiences a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are cold and snowy. The town is surrounded by several creeks and lakes that contribute to the town's hydrology constituents. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hiking and camping in the nearby Mozingo Lake Recreational Park, fishing in the Nodaway River and Mozingo Lake, and hunting in the surrounding forests. Additionally, Conception Abbey and Seminary College, a Benedictine monastery and school, is located in the town and offers retreats and spiritual events.