Fort Defiance State Park

About Fort Defiance State Park

Cairo Point is the southernmost tip of Illinois and, at 279 feet, its lowest ground, where the Ohio and Mississippi meet and run separate for about a mile. A concrete observation building looks out over the confluence and its river traffic.

Things to do

• 🎣 Fishing

Amenities & facilities

• 🌞 Day Use Only

Entrance fee

Free entry

Contact

🎒 Gear up for Fort Defiance State Park

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Fishing rods
• Bug spray
• Tackle kits
• Sunscreen
• First aid kit
• Water bottles

As an Amazon Associate, Park Finder earns from qualifying purchases.

Nearby state parks

• Horseshoe Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area (Alexander County)
• Sielbeck Forest State Natural Area
• Fort Massac State Park
• Cache River State Natural Area
• Tunnel Hill State Trail
• Trail of Tears State Forest