Register to Backcountry Camp at Cuivre River State Park

Important Phone Numbers

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Cuivre River State Park office number: 636-528-7247
Emergency number: 911

Regulations

Camping is limited to four designated sites along three trails in the park: Lone Spring Trail, Big Sugar Creek Trail, and the North Loop of Cuivre River Trail.

Backpackers must register before starting their trip. Camping is free, but registration is required.

Equestrian camping is not allowed on the trail.

Overnight Parking

For Backcountry Campsite 1: Park at the Lone Spring trailhead, located at the intersection of Lincoln Hills Road and state Highway KK. Trailhead location: 39.06570, -90.93258

For backcountry campsites 2, 3 and 4: Park at the trailhead parking lot of Big Sugar Creek Trail, which is located off of Lincoln Hills road, adjacent to Park Road. Trailhead location: 39.04522, -90.92688

Backcountry Camping Permit Form