The state's highest peak, located 1,772 feet above sea level in the St Francois mountains is the highlight of this 6,888-acre state park. Mina Sauk Falls, the state's highest waterfall, is also contained within the park grounds as well as the Devil's Tollgate, a local geological wonder. Wooded igneous rock knobs are dotted with glades and covered with thick blankets of prairie grass. The park features rugged hiking trails, including a portion of the Ozark Trail, as well as picnicking areas and a primitive camping area. Located nine miles southwest of Ironton, off Missouri 21-72.
Location:
HC Route 1, Box 126, Hwy CC, Middlebrook Missouri 63656
Telephone
573-546-2450
Other Missouri State Parks nearby:
(Burfordville) Bollinger Mill State Historic Site
(Davisville) Dillard Mill State Historic Site
(Pilot Knob) Elephant Rocks State Park
(Ste Genevieve) Felix Valle State Historic Site
(Pilot Knob) Fort Davidson State Historic Site
(Ste Genevieve) Hawn State Park
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02/21 Coming to The Middlebrook area
Belleville Art on the Square Belleville IL May17-19
International Horseradish Festival Collinsville IL May31-June2 Admission is always free, parking is always free and musical entertainment is always free at the Horseradish Festival.
Italian Fest Collinsville IL September20-21 For over 25 years, Collinsville IL has been celebrating the Italian culture and heritage that our city was built on. The Fest is a family friendly event and there really is something for everyone.
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