St. Francois State Park
| St. Francois State Park | |
|---|---|
The Big River | |
| Location | St. Francois County, Missouri, United States |
| Coordinates | 37°58′13″N 90°32′00″W / 37.97023°N 90.53320°W |
| Area | 2,734.97 acres (1,106.80 ha) |
| Elevation | 771 ft (235 m) |
| Established | 1964 |
| Administered by | Missouri Department of Natural Resources |
| Visitors | 212,043 (in 2023) |
| Website | Official website |
St. Francois State Park is a public recreation area occupying 2,735 acres (1,107 ha) five miles (8.0 km) north of Bonne Terre in St. Francois County, Missouri. The state park features a campground, trails for hiking and horseback riding, and fishing on the Big River. The 49-acre (20 ha) Coonville Creek Natural Area, made up of Coonville Creek and its narrow valley, is found within the park's boundaries.