Missouri State Parks Near Desloge

Missouri Mines State Historic Site features museum exhibits, historic mining equipment, and interpretive displays about lead mining in southeast Missouri. It offers a close look at the people, technology, and geology that made the region one of the nation’s most important mining districts.

St. Francois State Park offers a classic Ozark setting with forested ridges, stream valleys, and a peaceful campground. It is a popular base for hiking, picnicking, fishing, and exploring nearby historic and natural attractions in the Lead Belt region.

St. Joe State Park spans thousands of acres of rolling hills, forests, and reclaimed mining land in the Missouri Ozarks. It is one of the state’s premier destinations for off-highway vehicle riding, while also offering camping, fishing, swimming, and equestrian opportunities.