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Big River
Washington State Park, De Soto, MissouriRiverSwimming permitted
Swimming is permitted in the Big River at Washington State Park, with no lifeguards on duty.
- Water
- River
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguards
- Managed by
- Missouri State Parks
Getting there
Near De Soto, Missouri, within Washington State Park. Use the park's river access; swimming is not allowed at the boat-launch area.
38.2059, -90.7140
Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Swim at your own risk.
- Do not swim at the boat-launch area.
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