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Cape Rock Park


category : Historic Markers
Cape Rock is the spot where young ensign Jean B Girardot came and traded with the Indians. The spot became known by traders as Cape Girardeau. Beautiful river overlook of the Mississippi River. Historical site of trader Louis Lorimier.


Admission: Free.
Hours: Year-round.
Address: East Cape Rock Drive
Phone: 800-777-0068

Come visit us in Cape Girardeau, Missouri

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Cape Rock Park

Cape Rock is the spot where young ensign Jean B Girardot came and traded with the Indians. The spot became known by traders a...