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Ben Branch Lake Conservation Area is in Osage County, ten miles north of Linn off Missouri Highway 89. The Conservation Department purchased most of this 512-acre area in 1978. Additional land was purchased and the area is now 563 acres. In 1983, 39-acre Ben Branch Lake was constructed. The lake began filling in October of [...]
Free camping in the Mark Twain National Forest. Operating Days: 365Total Capacity: 95 Two small primitive campgrounds are available for use. No facilities other than vault toilet. No trash or water services. Remember to bring plenty of drinking water. Usage: Light Berryman Hiking Trail: This trail traverses 24 miles of scenic Ozark countryside starting at [...]
The City of Bosworth, Missouri, has 14 sites with hookups available at 504 E South St. The city park is behind the ball field. We have 30 amp to 50 amp hookups. The fee for each night is $10 and $5 for tents. The campground is on ‘M’ Highway on the east side of town, [...]
I would have to say that this is primarily a horse camp, and not really great for general camping. There are no bathrooms/privy, no water, no electric. There are about 10 sites, and all have fire rings, but no park benches. The park service would like 2 bucks a night to stay there. I would [...]
Nice alternative to Walmart in this area. Even though next to interstate, we parked towards the back and it was significantly quieter than most Walmarts we have overnighted at. Lot is gated, well lit and there is security patrol. No services. Requested permission and was granted. Excellent overnight stop.
I got to this campground at night and only stayed overnight, but, from what I could see, it is a very nice place and for very little money a night. There is no maximum stay limit, but, I would think that it would be a bit expensive to stay for a long period of time [...]
This is another conservation area that is well suited for even larger RVs up to 30′. It is 6 miles west of Jonesburg on Hwy Y. Near the Oak Grove Church a cantilever sign directs visitors 3 miles southwest on Tower Road (a county gravel road). This 3520 acre area is almost all forest.
There are seven single sites and one group site. Sites can accommodate RV’s up to 30 feet, but there are no electric hookups. Hitching posts are at each site for equestrian use. The campground has drinking water and vault toilet. From Fulton MO, take Hwy 54 south to Route H, west on H to Route [...]
This may have been an official primitive campground at one time but now it’s on the Mark Twain National Forest web page as a picnic area. The only thing that’s left of either a campground or picnic area is a pit toilet. The toilet and the dirt roads in are maintained. The road ends in [...]
Fiery Fork Conservation Area is in Camden County, 15 miles northwest of Camdenton and 7 miles east of Climax Springs, off Highway 7. The area includes 1,606 acres of oak and hickory forest and was named after Fiery Fork Creek, which flows into the Niangau River. During your visit to Fiery Fork Conservation Area, you [...]
A nice state park campground just west of New Florence right off of I-70. Sites cost from $10 off season to $24 on season, depending on hookups. On season is April 1-Oct. 31.
River access with a primitive campsite. It is actually right next to I-70 but must be accessed by a 3 mile drive on Route M (paved) to the access. Location is a few miles west of Booneville, Missouri.
Free camping in the Mark Twain National Forest Primitive camping now: no mowing, no water, no toilets. Tables, fire rings, lantern posts and hitching posts provided. Serves as a trailhead on Ozark Trail. Horses welcome. Restrictions: Recent test results indicate that there may be some health risk to children six and younger from exposure to [...]
A small, delightful little community park set up specifically to accommodate RVs. Grassy sites on a gentle slope, free electric on site (!), barbecue grills; picnic tables. Set in a residential section 1/4 mile from center of the village. Just a great little place to spend a night on your way to somewhere else.
Peak Season Apr 01 2011 – Nov 21 2011 TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC $8.00 STANDARD NONELECTRIC $8.00 STANDARD ELECTRIC $18.00-$24.00 GROUP SHELTER ELECTRIC $30.00 Enjoy the beauty and peacefulness that surrounds the lake. Many visitors to the area tour the birthplace of world-famous humorist and writer Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) in the nearby state park, or [...]
Driving Directions North entrance: South on Route K (off Highway 30), across the Meramec River, and 1/2-mile to the left on Old Route K to Little Indian Creek Road. Follow this road 3 miles and watch for the area sign. I’ve not been to this area but I would guess that it is only suited [...]
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Primitive camping allowed. This is south of I-70 between Warrenton and Jonesburg. Smaller RVs under 26′ would be most suitable.
The campground and picnic area have been closed and abandoned. But that doesn’t mean you can’t stay there! No facilities, but the campsites are still marked, the street is paved. A little hard to find because the signs have been removed, but if you get here, it’s a great secluded spot. I think most people [...]
In north side of town behind the historic Redding Hill Home. Well maintained City Park with picnic shelter/tables, tennis court, electricity, water hydrant nearby, dump station available. No charge but a donation left with City or Teresa appreciated.
Very clean place with lost of scenery. There are two campgrounds, but will post only the biggest one. The smaller one is at the boat ramp. I understand from fishermen that the fishing there is great. A coal power plant is across the lake, so, I don’t know if the fish are any good for [...]
It has about 6 pull-off areas for picnic. Local law OKed staying there. Real quiet: only saw 4 vehicles come through from 4 pm til 7 am. No hookups or amenities.
Free camping in the Mark Twain National Forest This recreation area is nestled in a hollow along Paddy Creek, a major tributary to the Big Piney River, 1/2 mile away. It provides a picnic area and 23 campsites. It is located adjacent to the east boundary of the Paddy Creek Wilderness and is one of [...]
Painted Rock Conservation Area is located on Highway 133, seven miles west of Westphalia in Osage County. The lands of Painted Rock Conservation Area show evidence of occupation by Native Americans as early as 9,000 years ago. An Indian burial cairn, located along Osage Scenic Bluff trail, was constructed between 500 and 1,500 years ago. [...]
This is a small free primitive NF service campground on Route Y a few miles east of Ashland, Missouri. It usually fills up on weekends. It is in the Mark Twain NF. Very scenic with huge pine trees. Nice hiking trail. Sites are small and suited only for small RVs.
This site is of I-70 exit 89 west of Bonnville, MO. This same exit you will find Harriman-Hill Access on the north side of I-70 and Roberts Bluff on south side.It is 2 miles off highway on well maintained gravel road.There is a boat ramp to Lamine River and a handicap accessible toilet.
The Salisbury City Park has limited campsites available for one night. Electricity, nearby water hydrants, primitive rest room. Make arrangement through the Salisbury Police Station – Telephone 660 388 5114.
I have high recommendations for this place. It is run and operated by the wildlife service, but the camping is great. There is great fishing for bass, bluegill, and crappie. It is kinda hard to find, but, if you start out at Schell City, turn west going out of town, the first road to the [...]
This is a Missouri Department of Conservation Area just off of I-70 at Williamsburg, Missouri. It is an easy access but is suited only for smaller RVs. Numerous fishing lakes on the conservation area. Campsites are primitive with no services.