Missouri dispersed camping

Dispersed camping in Missouri

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AKERS

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview Two of America's clearest spring-fed rivers combine to create the Ozark National Scenic Riverways in the rolling, forested landscape of Akers. Visitors to the campground enjoy various water activities, as well as hiking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing. Recreation The cry

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ALLEY SPRING

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview The rolling, forested landscape around Alley Spring is where two of America's most beautiful spring-fed rivers combine to make up the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. As the first national park area to protect a wild river system, visitors are able to enjoy various water activities as well

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AUNTS CREEK

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview Aunts Creek campground is located on the James River Arm of Table Rock Lake. With easy access to the highly productive waters of the James River Arm, fishermen and campers looking to fish, will find no shortage of angling opportunities. The campground is primarily wooded with most sites off

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BAXTER

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview Baxter is a spacious and sunny campground that sits along the White River Arm of Table Rock Lake. The highly productive fishing waters of the White River Arm will appeal to anglers, while the Baxter full-service marina offers everything a boater needs from fuel to fishing licenses. Recrea

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BEAVER CREEK (MO)

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview Escape from the hustle and bustle of city-life at Beaver Creek, a small, quiet campground tucked between a forested area and the lower shores of Bull Shoals Lake. The lake, in the beautiful Ozark Mountains, attracts visitors year-round as each season unfolds a new panorama. Recreation Hiking,

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BERRY BEND

Dispersed camping area · Unknown manager · Missouri

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Overview Berry Bend Campground sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri. Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, and boating. Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tou

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BIG M

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview Big M is a spacious and grassy campground that sits along the White River Arm of Table Rock Lake in the Missouri countryside. Big M provides plenty of sites with a panoramic view of the beautiful Table Rock Lake, surrounded by the scenic foothills of the Ozark Mountains. Recreation W

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BIG SPRING

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview In the rolling, forested landscape of Big Spring, two of America's most beautiful spring-fed rivers combine to make up the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. As the first national park area to protect a wild river system, visitors have plenty of scenic water activities to enjoy as well as hiki

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BLEDSOE FERRY

Campground · Unknown manager · Missouri

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Overview Bledsoe Ferry Park sits below Harry S. Truman Dam in the hills of western Missouri. Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, swimming and boating. Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake vir

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BLUFF VIEW(CLEARWATER LAKE)

Campground · Unknown manager · Missouri

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Overview Bluff View Campground on Clearwater Lake greets visitors with excellent camping, fishing, swimming, boating and picnicking opportunities. Local wildlife includes wetland waterfowl, fox, deer, turkey, and geese. Bald eagles nest at Clearwater, and remain in the area year-round. Recreatio

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BLUFFVIEW (MARK TWAIN LAKE)

Campground · Unknown manager · Missouri

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Overview Bluffview is an excellent location for boating and fishing near Mark Twain Lake. Here, visitors can relax on the Salt River and imagine what life was like when the beloved author explored the same waters and created legendary characters like Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn. Recreation Visitors enjoy

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BUCK CREEK (MO)

Campground · Unknown manager · Missouri

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Overview Relax in the shaded campsites at Buck Creek, on the Arkansas side of the massive Bull Shoals Lake. Here, there's plenty of opportunities for water sports, hiking and picnicking. The Peel Ferry, the last remaining state-operated ferry in Arkansas, leaves from Buck Creek. It connects Highway

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BUCKSAW

Primitive campsite · Unknown manager · Missouri

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Overview Bucksaw Campground sits on the Grand River Arm of the Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri. The campground is an excellent destination for all types of water recreation. Click he

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Camp Branch Campground

Campground · Unknown manager · Missouri

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This recreation area is part of Smithville Lake

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CAMPBELL POINT

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview Campbell Point is a spacious and shady campground that sits along the White River Arm of Table Rock Lake. Plenty of soft, grassy areas are available for picnicking and running around, while a large sandy beach provides the ideal location for water lovers and visitors looking to soak up some

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CAPE FAIR

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview Cape Fair is a spacious and shady campground that sits along the James River Arm of Table Rock Lake. Perfect for water and nature lovers alike, Cape Fair campground provides a scenic escape in the beautiful foothills of the Ozark Mountains. Recreation Whether on water or lan

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CEDAR RIDGE (MO)

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview Cedar Ridge is located on Stockton Lake in the scenic Ozark Mountains of southwestern Missouri. The lake and surrounding landscape offer countless recreational opportunities along nearly 300 miles of shoreline, providing visitors with many ways to explore one of the most sought-after natural areas in

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COUNCIL BLUFF RECREATION AREA

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview The Council Bluff Recreation Area is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the outdoors. The Wild Boar Campground and sheltered picnic area, available for individual families or large groups, is next to the largest lake in the Mark Twain National Forest. The area provides ample opportunities for camping

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CRABTREE COVE

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview Crabtree Cove is a shady campground located on Stockton Lake in the scenic Ozark Mountains of southwestern Missouri. The lake and surrounding landscape offer countless recreational opportunities along its nearly 300 miles of shoreline, providing visitors with many ways to explore one of the most sough

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EAGLE POINT RECREATION AREA

Campground · Unknown manager · Missouri

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Overview People's Creek Recreation Area, located in the southeastern Ozark foothills of Missouri, is a great launchpad for boating, fishing, swimming, hiking or simply exploring the Wappapello Lake area. Completed in 1941, Wappapello Lake provides an estimated $3.9 million in annual flood protection to a

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EAGLE ROCK

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview Eagle Rock is a spacious and grassy campground located on the White River Arm of Table Rock Lake in the Missouri countryside. Eagle Rock is conveniently located right off Highway 86, 3 miles south of Eagle Rock, MO. Recreation Whether on water or land, Eagle Rock Campground offe

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Eleven Point National Wild and Scenic River

Camping spot · Federal agency · Missouri

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The Eleven Point National Wild and Scenic River was established in 1968 as a 44-mile scenic river, free of impoundments with a largely undeveloped shoreline and watershed. This portion of the river between Thomasville, Missouri and the Highway 142 bridge is near Gatewood, Missouri. It became one of the 8 initial uni

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Eleven Point/Doniphan Ranger District

Primitive campsite · Federal agency · Missouri

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The Eleven Point Ranger District takes its name from the Eleven Point River, designated a National Wild and Scenic River in 1968. Some unique features of the Eleven Point Ranger District include Greer Spring which is the largest spring on National Forest land and the Scenic Eleven Point River. Floating offers

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FLOAT CAMP PICNIC AREA

Campground · Federal agency · Missouri

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Overview Float Camp Picnic Area is located only 150 feet from the cool waters of the crystal clear Current River. Visitors enjoy floating the river, fishing and hiking. A campground is only a half-mile away for those who want to stay longer than a day. Recreation The swift-moving river allows for enjoy

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