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Swimming Deer Trail


Highlights:

Well marked, 2 wooden bridges, large sinkhole ,very deep
Near:Bonne Terre, MO
Scenery:
Distance:3 miles round trip
Elevation Gain:200 ft
Hike Time:1.5 hours
Difficulty:Easy
Trail Condition:Well maintained trail
HikeType:Loop


Summary: This trail has a steep climb at the beginning, but is fairly level overall. There are some rocks in the trail making for tricky footing in places. There are also two wooden bridges to cross. A point of interest, is the deep sink hole located along the trail, and an old shack.
Trailhead: St. Francois State Park is located 5 miles N. of Bonne Terre, Mo. Go to restroom parking lot. Start out on the Missouri trail behind restrooms, at trail split, go right, this will take you to the trail. (Lat:37.95513 Lon:-90.52913)
Trail Guides for Swimming Deer Trail:
Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer,
User Groups: Hikers,
Ranger Contact: St. Francois S.P. 573-358-2173

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Keys: Missouri Hiking, Missouri Trails, Missouri Hikes, Saint Francois County Hiking, Saint Francois County Trails, Saint Francois County Hikes

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