Background:

    Southeast Missouri is rich in Native American Heritage.  During President Andrew Jackson's administration, Congress passed the Indian Removal Act.  This act allowed the US Army to move the Cherokee Nation from Georgia to present day Oklahoma.  This movement became known as the Trail of Tears.  The Trail of Tears stretched through southeast Missouri.  Many key events of the trip occurred in our area.  In northern Cape Girardeau County there is the Trail of Tears State Park.A trip to the area will offer a beautiful and diverse panorama of natural surroundings.  It also will provide a unique glimpse into a brief but tragic event in our nation's history.  Both aspects make a visit to the park doubly rewarding. 

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Location:

    Here is a detailed map of directions to Trail of Tears State Park.  To print out this map, click "Print" at the top of the toolbar.

Visitor Center Information:

     April thru September open daily

     Mon - Sat - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Sun - 12:00 to 5:00 pm

     October thru March open Fri - Sun

     Fri - Sat - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Sun - 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm

Things to Do:

• Camping
• Hiking
• Picnics
• Magnificent View Overlooking Mississippi River
• Swimming at Boutin Lake
• Scenic Drives
• Horseback Riding

    Here is a map of the park with all the various points highlighted.

Contact Information:

Photos:

Here are some photos from the Trail of Tears State Park.

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Last edited: July 8, 2000.
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