Majestic trees tower above the rich delta stretching all around Big Oak Tree State Park, a National, natural landmark. The 1,005-acre park gets its name from giant trees, a number of which have been identified as the largest, or "champions," of their species. A boardwalk through the park allows visitors to get a close-up view of this remnant of the vast swamp forest that once covered Missouri's Bootheel. Displays in the nature center interpret this vanishing landscape. The park, designed for day use, has a small lake for fishing.
Location:
13640 S Hwy 102, East Prairie Missouri
Telephone
573-649-3149
Other Missouri State Parks nearby:
(East Prairie) Big Oak Tree State Park
(New Madrid) Hunter-Dawson State Historic Site
(East Prairie) Towosahgy State Historic Site
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01/10 Coming to The East Prairie area
Historic Newburgh Wine, Art and Jazz Festival Newburgh IN May17-18 There will be non stop jazz, wonderful wines, great food, and the opportunity to browse and purchase local art. All of this overlooking the beautiful Ohio River at the Old Lock & Dam Park.
Lower Town Arts and Music Festival Paducah KY May17-19 The Lower Town Arts and Music Festival in Paducah, Kentucky is THE regional Festival for Western Kentucky and the surrounding area. The Festival's mission is to celebrate the cultural richness of this part of the country.
Memphis Italian Festival Memphis TN May30-June1 A little taste of Italy, right here in Memphis.
Handy Blues and Barbecue Festival Henderson KY June12-15 The W.C. Handy Blues and Barbecue Festival has become one of the largest free music festivals in the nation, drawing attendants from just about every state and many countries. The festival is a celebration of the life and legacy of Henderson resident and 'Father of the Blues', William Christopher Handy.
Bluegrass in the Park Music and Folklife Festival Henderson KY August8-10 Invite all your friends and family. There will be something for everyone.
Gathering of the Juggalos Cave-In-Rock IL August7-11 The Gathering of the Juggalos is unlike anything you have ever experienced before. It is not simply a show, a concert, a music festival, or anything of that nature. It is an EXPERIENCE. The Gathering of the Juggalos features the entire roster of Psychopathic Records plus over one hundred bands and rappers performing on multiple stages throughout the entire event.
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