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Little Scotia Pond

CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

Little Scotia Pond is located in the Mark Twain National Forest near Salem, MO. The area features forested terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer, and nearby attractions include the Ozark National Scenic Riverways and Montauk State Park.

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Location

Little Scotia Pond is located in Missouri

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Coordinates

37.53000012 N
91.33000075 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

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.


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Reviewed Jun. 29, 2020

Paradise for nature lovers

A beautiful spot. It is an old abandoned forest campground. I believe it was last maintained in the 80's. It is overgrown in some spots, but most are intact, some still with the site numbers. Lots of wildlife. I saw several deer, a couple beavers in the pond, racoons, and on the last day a bear and 2 cubs. So keep that in mind. There's a trail that leads off by the old damn that leads to an old gravesite with stones from the 1800's. Hard to find, bit rewarding. If you like solitude love this place. A small class c or travel trailer might make it into a few sites, best for vans and tents

  • Review photo of Little Scotia Pond by Dave N., June 29, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Little Scotia Campground located?

Little Scotia Campground is located in a forested area surrounding Little Scotia Pond. The campground is an abandoned forest service site that was formerly maintained but has been left to nature since approximately the 1980s. While the exact location coordinates aren't specified, it's situated in a secluded natural setting that offers privacy and wilderness immersion. For precise directions, contact the local Forest Service office as this is an unmaintained former Forest Service campground.

What activities can I do near Little Scotia Campground?

Little Scotia Campground offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. Visitors can observe deer, beavers in the pond, raccoons, and occasionally bears in their natural habitat. The pond provides options for fishing or peaceful contemplation. The surrounding forest area is perfect for nature walks, bird watching, and photography. Since this is an unmaintained, overgrown former campground, it offers a genuine wilderness experience with minimal human interference. Stargazing is likely excellent due to the remote setting. Always maintain proper wildlife safety, especially with bears in the area.

What amenities are available at Little Scotia Campground?

Little Scotia Campground offers very minimal amenities as it's an abandoned forest campground that hasn't been maintained since the 1980s. The campsite areas are still identifiable, with some sites even retaining their original site numbers, though they may be overgrown. There are no modern facilities such as running water, electricity, bathrooms, or trash service. This is essentially a primitive camping experience where you must pack in all supplies and pack out all waste.

Do I need reservations for Little Scotia Campground?

No reservations are needed or available for Little Scotia Campground. As an abandoned forest campground that hasn't been maintained since the 1980s, it operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no formal management. There's no reservation system, no fee collection, and no official oversight. Be prepared for true dispersed camping with no guarantees about site availability. Since it's an unmaintained area, camping here is essentially at your own risk and responsibility.