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Sam A. Baker State Park, Patterson, MO

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Sports & Outdoors

Sam A. Baker State Park

A Missouri state park in the St. Francois Mountains with river and creek fishing, floating, trails, and camping.

5580 State Highway 143, Patterson, MO 63956-9729 · Patterson, MO

About Sam A. Baker State Park

This Missouri state park sits among ancient mountains and includes access to both the St. Francis River and Big Creek. Anglers can fish for several species, and paddlers can float the waterways throughout the year. Hiking, backpacking, biking, and horse trails cross the park, and a nature center shares its natural and cultural history. Visitors can stay in a rustic cabin or at one of two large campgrounds, and a separate camp serves horse riders. Shaded picnic areas suit both small and large groups.

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