Hawn State Park
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History
The park's first 1500 acres were willed to the state in 1952 by the school teacher for whom the park is named, Helen Coffer Hawn. She acquired twelve parcels for purposes of creating a park beginning in 1932.[3]
Activities and amenities
The park offers camping, fishing, picnicking, and hiking on named trails including Whispering Pines, White Oak, and Pickle Creek.[1] The trail system intersects the River aux Vases and its tributary Pickle Creek.[4]
References
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External links
- Hawn State Park Missouri Department of Natural Resources
- Hawn State Park Map Missouri Department of Natural Resources
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