I remember coming to the park as a kid and enjoying it then. First trip back in 40+ years. Three generations, picnic, explore. Awesome! Beautiful, well-kept, informational. I wish the museum couldn't have been bigger and better lit, but we all enjoyed it.
This was our first camping trip to this park and we were very pleased. It is a small campground but there is adequate space between camp sites. Has beautiful views of the Mississippi. There are park benches and swings for people to sit and take in the tranquil sittings this park has to offer. We have a motorhome but we didn't take out tow vehicle with us. Since I was unable to take walks due to a bad leg we didn't get to see everything it has to offer. We will be back. We had a very relaxing 5 days.
This is a nice state park right on the Mississippi River. There is quite a bit of Civil War history. The picnic facilities are adequate.
My husband & I took a 4 day motorcycle trip thru KY, IL, MO, AR, and TN. This park was our first planned stop. Prior to our departure I had contacted the park with several questions I had. The staff was prompt to reply and extremely courteous and helpful. Upon our arrival, I had a problem keeping some medication cool that I have to carry with me and the lady at the refreshment stand was very helpful in providing us with a little ice to hold us over till we could make our next stop. The day was dreadfully hot but we still were able to enjoy a game of miniature golf in the shade. We are looking forward to coming back in the fall to better enjoy more of what this park has to offer (museum, trails, view, ...)
I've been to this park many, many times over the years since I was a kid. The park is always very clean and there are many walking trails around the park. There is a putt-putt course but hours are limited. There is also a camp ground with facilities for RV's and tents. There is some really neat history here and you can read plaques that tell about what happened here during the Civil War. Definitely worth a trip. Beautiful views of the mighty Mississippi River.
We traveled from Sevierville, Tennessee to Columbus-Belmont State Park towing our 27 foot travel trailer. This campground, though small, was one of the nicest we've ever stayed in. The campsites, with full hookups, were the largest we've ever seen. We were literally perched on the bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. The campground lies between two sets of trenches dug but troops in the Civil War allowing for lots of exploration. We were adjacent to the Park itself which boasted a very large anchor and chain which was a portion of that which strung across the river to prevent union gunboats from passing. May examples of cannon and historical markers were noted. A small but interesting museum was well worth the time to discover what had happened here during the war. We will be back. This qualifies as the best campground we've had the privilege to stay at.
A beautiful park, small but well worth the visit. The view of the river is wonderful and breathtaking. The vista is miles is both directions. The facilities are adequate and clean. Getting there requires driving on narrow roads, but all were well maintained.
Take the time to visit this park. I know it's a little out of the way for most, but we've been there several times now and always find something new. From nice pinic and play areas, to a great view over the Missippi, to some incredible history, nature abound and enjoyable trails. We'll continue to go back.
This was our first trip to this campground. It is a small campground but plenty of room between camp sites. There is a lot of history of Civil War with this campground. Unfortunately we didn't take our "tow car" with us and I have knee problems so we were not able to get to some of the activities like miniature golf. Next time we take our car. The park is well manicured with park benches and swings to watch the barges on the Mississippi. You do have to pay for Wifi. No country store to buy things you may have forgot. You can get ice and wood. Highly recommend this campground.
We were pleasantly surprised at just how nice this park was maintained. It has the most beautiful views of the Mississippi River. Because there was a battle fought here during the Civil War, it has the chain and anchor preserved that was used by Confed. General Leonidas Polk to stop Union gunboats from sailing down the Mississippi to reinforce Memphis. There are still gun emplacements and rifle pits along with a restored bldg.,. If you don't care for Civil War history, just enjoy the wonderful walking trails and the serene setting, we did. It's a free attraction and has parking and restrooms available.