1934 Map of Meramec State Park

About this map

Meramec State Park and the winding Meramec River dominate this landscape, documented in the mid-1930s before the full modernization of the area. This was a critical era of infrastructure development, clearly marked by the presence of a CCC Camp and the Lone Hill Fire Tower. The map details the transition from rural settlements to a recreational destination, featuring landmarks like Meramec Caverns, New Beach, and Fisher Cave. Beyond the park boundaries, the rugged Missouri terrain is dotted with small community centers such as Caseyville and Hamilton, alongside numerous country schools like Pea Ridge Sch and Hamilton Sch. For those tracing local history, the map identifies significant river crossings and landmarks including Hamilton Ford and Sappington Bridge, as well as the numerous springs like Silver Spring and La Jolla Spring that define the Ozark riverways.