State park

Sam A. Baker State Park

The park entrance is 6.4 miles from Des Arc. 187 campsites. Day use is free. Sam A. Baker State Park is a state park in Missouri.

Sam A. Baker State Park
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Sam A. Baker State Park map

Sam A. Baker State Park boundary from USGS PAD-US or the managing agency, simplified for display. Not for navigation or legal boundaries.

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Fire restrictions

Fire restriction orders for this unit are not tracked here yet. Restrictions change with the season, so check the current orders before any campfire, stove or target shooting.

Common questions

Sam A. Baker State Park has 187 developed campsites.
Sam A. Baker State Park is free to visit.
Sam A. Baker State Park is 6.4 miles from Des Arc.
Yes, Francis River is open to swimming at Sam A. Baker State Park.
Yes, Sam A. Baker State Park has cabins available.

Before you go

Sam A. Baker State Park is 6.4 miles from Des Arc.

Camping at Sam A. Baker State Park

Sam A. Baker State Park has 187 developed campsites.

Reserve a site with the park's booking system

Trails

  • Mudlick Trail Named on agency or Wikipedia page
  • Shut-Ins Trail Named on agency or Wikipedia page
  • Hollow Pass Trail Named on agency or Wikipedia page

What to see

  • Historic site Visitor center Mentioned in Wikipedia park article
  • State park Designation in agency park name

Swimming

  • Francis River