McCormack Lake Recreation Area

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Mark Twain National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Mark Twain National Forest Fees: There are no fees. Season: January to December Reservations: All sites are first come, first served. McCormack Lake Recreation Area is surrounded by maple trees. Hiking - There is hiking at McCormack Lake Recreation Area. This is a trailhead in McCormack Lake Day Use Area for the 1.07-mileMcCormack Lake spur trail, which connects to the Eleven Point River Section of the Ozark Trail and the Lazy C Trail . Fishing and Boating - The 15-acre lake is stocked annually with panfish and bass being the catch of the day. During the warm months the vegetation in the lake can make fishing and boating difficult. The lake is a non-motorized area; boat motors are not allowed. An electric trolling motor is permitted. There is ample parking for picnickers and fishermen. Camping - The campground is primitive with limited picnic tables, firerings and lantern posts. A vault toilet is provided. No water is available. Rules: Day Use - Boats are allowed, only electric motors are permitted on the lake. - No motorized vehicles permitted on trail system. No motorized vehicles beyond posted signs. Campground - Fireworks are prohibited. - Campsite parking allows for two vehicles per site. Park only in designated parking areas. - No more than 8 people are permitted at single sites. - Dogs must be on a 6 foot leash in… Official page: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mtnf/recarea/?recid=21708 Source: USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go.