Trail Of Tears State Park

Trail Of Tears State Park covers 3,017 acres in Missouri, about 9 miles from the town of Pocahontas. Its size makes it a base for a day of short hikes, with several trails starting within a mile or so of the park's center. Fall is the most comfortable season to visit. Typical October highs run around 70°F with lows near 46°F, according to averages from a nearby weather station in Jackson, Missouri. April is similar, with highs around 69°F. By contrast, July highs typically reach about 90°F. The Lake Trail is the closest walk, less than half a mile away. The West and East loops of the Peewah Trail are both about 0.9 miles out. For paddling, Indian Creek is about 4 miles away, and Pine Hills Campground is about 5.5 miles away.