Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers, this established campground sits within Mark Twain Lake and prohibits pets. The 4-mile distance from nearby Hidden Oaks Campground puts it in a cluster of camping options along the lake's shoreline.
Campers consistently mention the lake access and fishing opportunities available here. The campground draws anglers who set up for extended stays, with hookups available for RVs. Sites are spaced adequately apart according to reviews, and vault toilets serve the camping area. A playground sits near the campsites for families with children.
Water levels can affect boat launching capabilities, as one reviewer discovered when flooding covered the boat ramp entirely. Rhonda M. notes that "A'll sights near water were mostly sun," indicating limited shade for lakeside sites. The campground tends to avoid heavy crowds, maintaining lower occupancy levels that appeal to campers seeking less congested conditions.
Those exploring the broader region can find campsites near Mark Twain Lake throughout the area. This location works well for anglers and boaters who prioritize lake access over extensive amenities.
Description
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 fishing for bass below the Re-Regulation Dam. Bird watching for waterfowl and boating are also popular activities.
Facilities
The recreation area is for day-use visitors only, and provides a boat ramp, playground and picnic shelters.
Natural Features
Bluffview lies about 10 miles downstream of Mark Twain Lake and the Clarence Cannon Dam. Here on the Salt River, a smaller dam is in place to form a storage pool for wetland purposes. Mark Twain Lake and the Salt River are hugged by tree-topped hills in north-central Missouri.
Nearby Attractions
Tour Mark Twain's birthplace in Florida, Missouri, or try the David C. Berti Shooting Range. Visit the town of Hannibal to see the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundBluffview (Mark Twain Lake) is located in Missouri
Directions
From Hannibal, MO, travel west on Hwy 36 for 17 miles, turn south on Route J, continue traveling south for 4 miles, turn east on Route A, travel for 6 miles. From Center, MO, travel north on Hwy HH for 4.8 miles, turn west on Route A for 1.9 miles. From Monroe City, MO. travel east on Hwy 36, turn south on Rt. J for 4 miles, turn east on Rt. A for 6 miles.
Address
20642 HIGHWAY J
Monroe city, MO 63456-9359
Coordinates
39.5716667 N
91.5711111 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Drive Time
- 1 hr 19 min from Columbia, MO
- 1 hr 29 min from Jefferson City, MO
- 1 hr 40 min from Springfield, IL
- 1 hr 41 min from St. Louis, MO
