Fort Defiance Park
off US-62/US-60 south of downtown Cairo , Cairo, IL 61914
Fishing
Where the Ohio River meets the Mississippi River.
Fort Defiance, known as Camp Defiance during the American Civil War, is a former military fortification, located at the awesome confluence of the Mississippi and Ohio rivers. The site offers visitors the chance to view the confluence from the old observation tower.
What's happening nearby...
Smooth Jazz Festival
Cairo Regional Airport • Sep 06 @ 2PM
Get ready to vibe live at the 8th Annual Smooth Jazz Festival with chill tunes and cool vibes! Hosted by the Harold S Jones Fine…
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Annual Heritage Blues & Gospel Festival
Sep 10 – Sep 12 @ 6PM
Heritage Blues & Gospel Festival in historic downtown Cairo, showcasing historical roots of beauty and the arts.
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