There are shaded picnic sites, hiking and horse trails, fishing in both the Mississippi River and Lake Boutin, and majestic views of the Mississippi River and beyond. Its location right on the …

Trail of Tears State Park is a certified site on the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail. The park’s visitor center features exhibits that interpret the forced relocation, as well as the park’s many …

Aug 3, 2023 · Established in 1957, the Trail of Tears State Park stands in memoriam to one of the most tragic events in American history. In 1830, the United States Congress passed the Indian …

Trail of Tears State Park is a public recreation area covering 3,415 acres (1,382 ha) bordering the Mississippi River in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. The state park stands as a memorial to …

Trail of Tears State Park offers basic, electric and sewer/electric/water campsites and a special-use camping area. You are now able to reserve your Missouri State Parks campsite up to 12 …

The park offers camping; hiking, backpacking and equestrian trails; a lake; fishing; a swimming beach; picnicking; and an accessible overlook of the Mississippi River.

Aug 10, 2023 · About two miles of park road follow the historic Green's Ferry (Moccasin Spring) Road, the actual route of the Trail of Tears. The 3,416-acre state park also contains a wide …

Jul 18, 2023 · Take a look at interactive, historic, and trip planning maps to learn more about locations along the trail.

Dec 27, 2023 · The Trail of Tears State Park is a 3,400-acre park with a superb preserve of an original Mississippi River landscape. It is also a sober reminder of the intolerance of a young …

5 days ago · Missouri State Parks and National Park Service. Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is …