Markham Springs

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Mark Twain National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Mark Twain National Forest Fees: Campsites: - Single Nonelectric - $10 - Double Nonelectric - $20 - Single Electric - $17 - Double Electric - $34 Day Use: - Per vehicle - $5/day - Group picnic pavilion is $50/day (50 people) There is a 50% discount for camping for anyone with an Interagency Access or Senior Pass . Interagency passes cover the full day use fees, excluding busses. Season: April 1, 2025 Status: temporarily closed Reservations: Some campground sites are first come, first served. Reservation needed Campground and Picnic Shelter - - Campground - From May 1 to Labor Day - Group Picnic Shelter - From May 1 to Labor Day -… Overview Markham Springs Campground is set on the Black River in a scenic and historic recreation area in the southwestern corner of Missouri's Mark Twain National Forest. The area provides access to multiple trails and recreational opportunities. Markham Springs Recreation Area gets its name from former owner, M. J. Markham, who acquired the property in 1901 and operated a lumber mill at the site until the 1930s. The Fuchs House, a five-bedroom concrete and native stone home, also sits on the property, along with a neighboring mill. At times, it is also available for rent. Recreation River and stream fishing are popular activities near the campground. The Black River boasts bass, sunfish, walleye and catfish. Many anglers fish from boats, but others fish from the riverbanks. Canoeing and kayaking is also possible on the river. Various day hikes within the Markham Springs Trail… Getting there: From Poplar Bluff, take Highway 67 north for 14 miles, then drive west on Highway 49 for 9 miles (about 3 miles past the town of Williamsville). Take the first right after crossing the Black River to enter Markham Springs Recreation Area. Rules: - No OHVs/ATvs/UTVs are allowed to operate within this Recreation Area. - No fireworks - Firearms should be kept in a tent or vehicle - Showers are for campers only - Maximum of 2 vehicles and/or 8 persons at a single site, and 16 persons at a double site. - No swimming in the pond. Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234490 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Mark Twain National Forest, Recreation.gov