Castor River Shut-Ins

Category: Park

Address: Fredericktown, MO 63645, USA

Phone: +15732905730

Opening hours

Sunday: 4AM–10PM

Monday: 4AM–10PM

Tuesday: 4AM–10PM

Wednesday: 4AM–10PM

Thursday: 4AM–10PM

Friday: 4AM–10PM

Saturday: 4AM–10PM

Reviews

Jessi McDonald

Jul 29, 2022

I love this gem hidden in the woods. I feel comfortable bringing my 2yr old and the water is usually between 4 and 5 ft deep

Laura Davis

Jul 8, 2022

Pretty incredible place to visit. Can’t wait to go again. Much more relaxing than Johnson Shut-Ins and incredibly clean. Beautiful place to have spend a day in the sun with family and friends.

Jacob Ciolino

May 28, 2022

The gentler and kinder version of the Johnson shut ins. If you are coming from STL, the drive is about the same length of time. Castor has much better nature and more gentle pools to wade in compared to crowds and excitement of Johnson. Hiking trails and unique pink rocks flank the swimming area and really bring a serene peace to your summer day trip. Bring a book, picnic, music, and friends and you will have memories that last a lifetime. I assume that it’s also easier to keep track of children and doggos.

Marlena Wieseman (Laney)

May 14, 2022

Gorgeous hidden gem! Not crowded like Johnsons. Perfect place to relax and escape! Benches along path. Pet friendly. Keep your Dog on leashes though. A guy driving had a dog unleashed that attacked me and my dog, while walking through parking lot. Wasn't happy..

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Questions & Answers

Is there a closing time at night? Think i would like to take pictures of the stars here.

Ben Castic | Aug 7, 2020
Debbie Gattis | Aug 8, 2020

They close at 10 P.M.

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Is there a lot of wildlife?

J. rogers | Aug 8, 2018
Kenneth “Richard Goesnya” Thomas III | Aug 9, 2018

Yes, but you have to wait for it.

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Is it dog friendly?

Mi Almeida | Aug 8, 2018
Cynthia Myers | Aug 9, 2018

Yes very dog friendly. Everytime I have been there they have had dogs out swimming. Most dogs are not on leashes though but they were always very friendly and well trained. Plus with the rocks I would assume it would be a little difficult to even think about putting them on leashes out there expecially if you are going farther down the river.

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Ok for 4 year old?

melanie raniolo | Jul 31, 2021
melanie raniolo | Aug 1, 2021

Cool thanks !

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Are there outhouses or bathrooms?

Bizzlefits | Sep 11, 2020
William Harris | Sep 12, 2020

There are no facilities at the "Amidon" conservation area.

Is the path wheelchair accessible?

Sonna Egbers | Sep 11, 2020
Cam H | Sep 12, 2020

No. It would be a nightmare. Muddy on a typical day.

Is there an entrance fee ?

Yaneli Olvera | Aug 7, 2020
ELLIS BROWN | Aug 8, 2020

Beautiful spot

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is castor river shut ins closed

cara gelly | Aug 7, 2020
Heather Favier | Aug 8, 2020

No its is not. Been a few times in last 2 months.

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How long is the hike?

April Pretto | Aug 8, 2019
Garrett Ritter | Aug 9, 2019

Not even 5minutes

How deep does it get

Zoey Bell | Aug 8, 2019
Garrett Ritter | Aug 9, 2019

There's different areas, most of it is under 4ft. There's a few deeper areas maybe 7ft then towards the bottom there's a lake, depths unknown

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