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7 Best and Fun Things To Do In Bonne Terre, Missouri


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If you are in search of a spot that offers enjoyment and thrill, along with delicious cuisine and plenty of kid-friendly things to do, then Bonne Terre is the perfect destination.

This small town in St. Francois County is filled with charm and character, with plenty of things to do for both locals and visitors alike.

Attractions include the Space Museum and Bonne Terre Mine, which boasts the largest subterranean lake in the world. The lake also happens to be the world’s largest freshwater diving resort, where visitors have the option to explore the mine via a unique scuba diving tour.

The area surrounding the town is also home to several green spaces with opportunities for hiking, camping, horseback riding, fishing, and canoeing.

Whether you’re looking for something a little bit different or want to experience everything the area has to offer, here are 10+ ideas for what to do in Bonne Terre, Missouri

The 7 Most Popular Things To Do In Bonne Terre, Missouri

7. Grissom Center

5.0 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

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Location: 118 E School Street Bonne Terre MO

Web Address:   https://space-mo.org/

6. Mooner’s Hollow

5.0 ★★★★★ (10 reviews)

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Location: Desloge MO

5. Swimming Deer Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ (16 reviews)

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Location: Desloge MO

4. Lake Timberline

4.9 ★★★★★ (18 reviews)

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3. The Space Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ (98 reviews)

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Location: 116 E School Street Bonne Terre MO

Tel:  573 358 1200

Web Address:   http://space-mo.org/

2. Bonne Terre Mine “The Mine at Bonne Terre”

4.6 ★★★★★ (876 reviews)

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Location: 185 Park Ave Bonne Terre MO

Tel:  888 843 3483

Web Address:   http://bonneterremine.com/

1. St. Francois State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,373 reviews)

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Location: 8920 US Highway 67 North Bonne Terre MO

Tel:  573 358 2173

Web Address:   http://mostateparks.com/park/st-francois-state-park

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Bonne Terre, Missouri! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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