Echo Bluff MO's newest State park

Missouri's newest state park Echo Bluff, had its ribbon cutting today. My husband and I drove over to check it out. It's located in S central MO north of Eminence and South of Salem MO. It is off of MO highway 19. This highway is well maintained but it is a 2 lane road and and is very curvy and I mean VERY curvy. This is in the Ozark Mountains so it is also up and down numerous steep hills. That being said it is a beautiful drive any time of he year but in the Fall it is spectacular. They have a new campground with concrete back in sites. Some full hookups and some just W and E. No shade tress except around the outside edge of the CG. Large new bathrooms. Sinking Creek winds through the park which is crystal clear and fairly shallow but with deep areas for swimming. Large day use area is separated from the CG. It is just a short kayak float to where Sinking Creek meets with the Current River which is part of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. Numerous hiking and some bike trails. Didn't see the tent camping area but they are suppose to be very private. There is also a new lodge with 20 rooms, meeting area and restaurant. Several cabins for rent, some that will sleep 10-12 people. MO State Parks do not charge an entrance fee. I think the camping fee is under $30 but don't know exact price. Eminence MO is known for its huge trail rides. Coming home we passed numerous horse trailers.