Swimming draws campers to Highway 34 Bridge Recreation Area, a drive-in dispersed site along the river outside Patterson in Wayne County, Missouri. The site sits directly at the water, giving swimmers immediate river access without a long walk from camp. No amenities are listed, so campers should arrive self-sufficient. Those wanting a more developed stay can consider Sam A. Baker State Park Campground a few miles north. Pack out all waste and bring your own drinking water.
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Map & Directionshighway 34 Bridge Recreation Area is located in Missouri near Patterson
Dispersed CampingCoordinates
37.19474224 N
90.50229405 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/14/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 8/22/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 8 min from Cape Girardeau, MO
- 1 hr 44 min from St. Louis, MO
- 1 hr 57 min from Jonesboro, AR
- 2 hrs 11 min from Paducah, KY
