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Johnson''s Shut-Ins State Park
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Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park © Colin Postlewaite
Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park Golden Poplar Among Rocks © Greg Matchick
Autumn colors grace the Black River valley amidst the ancient granite formations at Johnson Shut-Ins State Park,
Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park Black River Cascade © Greg Matchick
The Black River tumbles through ancient granite formations at Johnson Shut-Ins State Park.
Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park © Colin Postlewaite
Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park © Colin Postlewaite
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JOHNSON''S SHUT-INS STATE PARK
JOHNSON''S SHUT-INS STATE PARK
148 Taum Sauk Trail
Middlebrook, Missouri   63656

Phone: 573-546-2450
Toll Free: 800-334-6946
Email: park email button icon
Swimming
1. Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park offers a natural water park with chutes, pools and waterfalls for swimming.
2. The shut-ins are formed by volcanic rocks creating unique swim spots in the Black River.
3. Lifeguards aren't present; visitors should exercise caution while swimming or wading through these waters.
4. Swimming is allowed only during designated hours from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend annually.
5. Visitors can also enjoy tubing down the East Fork of the Black River within park boundaries.

Fishing
The park offers fishing in the East Fork Black River, known for smallmouth bass and sunfish. The river also contains goggle-eye fish. Fishing is allowed year-round with a valid Missouri fishing license.


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Picnicking
Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park offers picnic tables and grills, perfect for a family outing. Covered pavilions can be reserved in advance.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews
February 14 by Joe
park review stars; one to five This Place is the cats meow....just absolutely stunning....and right in our own back yard.
March 25
park review stars; one to five I loved your park very much I always love to do things with my family ive been on other hicking trails with my family but this was far the best one i look foword to visiting your park this summer when the weather is warmer and we can swim
September 20 Wonderful Campground by darrene
park review stars; one to five We took our kids there camping for the first time after they open back up. Love the location of the campground. The staff was very friendly. The campground was spotless along with the bathrooms. We will be coming back more now. Highly recommend a trip to this state park.
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Big Creek RV Park/ Arcadia Meadow Campground LLC
47247 Missouri 49
Annapolis, MO
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