Historical Sites:
NORTHERN ROUTE
Trail of Tears State Park, Jackson, MO
Located at 429 Moccasin Springs in Jackson, MO, the park contains a segment of the removal route, the Bushyhead Memorial and a visitor center.
Mark Twain National Forest, Potosi, MO
Snelson-Brinker Cabin
This site is a roadside stop and contains a trail segment of the Northern Route in front of the cemetery and cabin. It is located on the west edge of Crawford County between Steelville and St. James on Highway 8.
Maramec Spring/Massie Iron Works
This site contains a trail segment through Maramec Spring Park. It is also located on Highway 8, in Phelps County, about three miles west of the Snelson-Brinker Cabin. The park office opens at 5:30 a.m., and closes at 9 p.m. Hours change in November.
Waynesville-Roubidoux Spring
This site is located in Laughlin City Park and is open from dawn to dusk. A Route 66 bridge is located in the middle of the park. A walk through the park gives information about the Trail of Tears.
Star City Ranch
On this property, a two-mile trail segment of the Trail of Tears exists alongside Flat Creek in Barry County.
HILDEBRAND ROUTE
Campsite on the Creek beside Fort Davidson State Historic Site, Pilot Knob, Missouri
WATER ROUTE
New Madrid Missouri campsite on the Mississippi River.
BENGE ROUTE
