Silver Mines Recreation Area - Hiking trail near Fredericktown, Missouri, United States - Description
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| Name | Silver Mines Recreation Area | |
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| Summary | The area is located on the banks of the St. Francis River | |
| Type | Day Hike - Out and Back | |
| Distance (Total) | 2.0 miles / 3.2 km | |
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| Hiking Season | - Spring - Summer - Fall | |
| Things To See | - River | |
| Difficulty | Easy | |
| Rating | Trail has not been rated. | |
| Nearby Town | Fredericktown, Missouri, United States | |
| Link | http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/marktwain/recreation/sites/silver_mines/ | |
| Permit Required | No | |
| Trail Map |
Silver Mines Recreation Area, named for actual silver mines, active in the 1920s but long since played out, is located on the banks of the St. Francis River. "Whitewater" enthusiasts from around the world bring their kayaks to enjoy the challenges of the river during the White Water Festival and spring high water.
There is a one-mile long trail along each side of the river. From Turkey Creek Picnic Area, a 1.2 mile trail to the north leads to Millstream Garden Conservation Area, managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation.
From the Fredericktown, MO exit on Hwy 67, take Hwy 72 west 4 miles to Hwy D. Go about 3 miles south on D to paved Forest Road 2510. You'll see the Forest Service sign.
| Latitude | 37.559275404 degrees / 37° 33.557' / 37° 33' 33.39" |
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| Longitude | -90.4376077652 degrees / -90° 26.256' / -90° 26' 15.39" |
| Created by Nick on 03/08/2008 |
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