Fort Defiance State Park

"Nice view of the rivers, but that is all that is there. So if you are just looking for a natural view, it is great."

"A wonderful place to see the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi rivers, large barges moored and piloted, a memorial to Lewis and Clark visiting the site. A very natural area with a parking lot at the entrance and a drive to almost the confluence when gate is open. A peaceful location to sit and contemplate the pace of life back in the day."

"It's in an amazing location at the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi rivers. The observation deck provides great reviews. However, the park is in pretty bad shape and other than the view or the rivers and bridges there's not much to do. It's worth it for a quick stop."

"A place of true historical and geographic significance! The interpretive signs were placed at the entrance to the park and most were in good condition. Lightly attended on the day I visited so plenty of space to wander and reflect upon Lewis & Clark’s training at this location, the heartache as the Trail of Tears led a thousand natives near here, and the tactical and strategic acknowledgement of this point by Col. U. S. Grant as he staged his attack on the Confederacy in 1861. So glad I finally took the time to drive down to this park."

"Fort defiance is beautiful and such an important place in American history. We saw several families there enjoying nature there is something so special about this place I wish they could receive more funding from a government agency to maintain this area because it is so worth it. Cairo is so worth it. They deserve it more than any place I know"