St. Francois State Park

Beautiful park. Be cautious of very steep and curvy downhill grade. There are 3 park areas and a camping area. The 1 park area on your left coming in has a pavilion, playground, simple , yet gorgeous trail and a fresh spring. The 2nd park area is on the right coming in and is the largest. It has a large field and playground as well as picnic areas and the river on its perimeter. The 3rd park is at the end on the park area and has a field and large pavilion as well as the picnic tables and the river on the outer edge of this park. The campground area has both electric and "caveman"sites as well as RV park. This area has the best and longest trail as well as the big river on its perimeter as well. Early morning visitors such as deer and fox are the norm. The park also boast great equestrian trails, caves, and regular programs from the park rangers for youth and adults. You will not be disappointed. The town closest, BonneTerre, has a few stores and Emergency Room.
5 8 years ago (09-04-2018)

A very nice State Park just an hour south of St Louis. Well maintained with picnic areas, shelters with ample parking and playgrounds. Day-use picnic areas along the Big River with good fishing for Smallmouth bass catfish and bluegills. The camping area is separate from the picnic area and has tent camping as well as RV camping with sanitary clean-up areas and a camp host. It is a really relaxed setting
5 8 years ago (15-04-2018)

My favorite close by state park. Dogs love it family loves it and friends love it. Great place to spend a day at the river with bbq going and picnicking.
5 8 years ago (14-05-2018)

Love the place , space and people. Good area for family outings. Exciting trails . Nice staff . Been coming for years. UNFORTUNATELY , I had to give only 3 stars because some a-hole has opened a drag racing track next door to the park and some equally idiotic gvt official has given them licence to go late into the night. It completely ruines the onece serene nature of the place on weekends.
3 8 years ago (12-05-2018)

One of our favorite state parks. Several very nice picnic areas with playgrounds and pavilions. Camping for both RV and tent and clean restroom and shower facilities. Good fishing and several hiking trails make this a wonderful place to visit or vacation for adventurers or families. Plan early to get a camping spot.
5 9 years ago (17-01-2018)