Kristin and I moved to Cape Girardeau last February. Since then, we’ve explored Cape Girardeau, stumbling upon some great photographic locations and meeting some amazing people. Here’s a list of our top ten most photogenic places in Cape Girardeau County. Have we overlooked anywhere?
10. Dennis Scivally Park. This neighborhood park features a rustic stone bridge that goes over the Walker Branch Creek.
The stone bridge in Dennis Scivally Park in Cape Girardeau, Friday, September 3, 2010.
9. Cape Rock Park. The site where Cape Girardeau’s namesake, Jean Baptiste Girardot, established his trading post in 1873, this park offers a breathtaking view of the Mississippi River.
View of the Mississippi River from Cape Rock Park in Cape Girardeau, Missouri on Thursday, September 2, 2010.
8. Bollinger Mill. Located in Burfordville, an unincorporated community in western Cape Girardeau County, the mill and adjacent covered bridge pre-date the American Civil War.
Bollinger Mill and Covered Bridge State Historic Site, June 28, 2010.
7. Historic Downtown Cape. The quaint red-bricked buildings of downtown Cape Girardeau invite you to explore the history the area has to offer.
Historic downtown Cape Girardeau on March 5, 2010.
6. Capaha Park. You would never know Southeast Missouri Hospital is located directly across this oasis in the city.
Capaha Park in Cape Girardeau on Thursday, September 2, 2010.
5. Southeast Missouri State University Campus. Once named Southeast Missouri State Normal School, the University, Founded in 1873, is currently home to over 10,000 students.
Academic Hall on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau, Missouri on Wednesday, September 1, 2010.
4. Trail of Tears State Park. Honoring the Cherokees who died during the “Trail of Tears” march, this beautiful 3,415-acre park overlooks the Mississippi River.
View of a barge chuging down the Mississippi River from the lookout point at Trail of Tears state park in Jackson, Missouri on May 31, 2010.
3. Cape County Park. Nestled between Cape Girardeau and Jackson lies this beautiful park.
Cape County Park at dusk on Monday, August 30, 2010 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
2. The Bill Emerson Memorial Bridge. Opened in 2003, this recent addition to the Cape cityscape is as functional as it is breathtaking.
View of the Bill Emerson Memorial Bridge at dusk in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, March 5, 2010.
1. The Mississippi Riverwalk and Floodwall. The mighty Mississippi snakes around the heart of historic downtown Cape Girardeau. The scenic riverwalk and floodwall are the true icons of the city.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Motor Vessel MISSISSIPPI docked at Cape Girardeau on Friday, April 9, 2010. The vessel, one of the largest working towboats still in use, was piloted by the Army Corps of Engineers’ Mississippi River Commission. The commission was conducting its annual high-water inspection of the River.
~ Chris Mackler
chris@macklermedia.com
Thank you! Traveling for the eclipse and appreciate this list of sights!