Are you in need of a campground near Mark Twain Lake, MO? Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Mark Twain Lake, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Mark Twain Lake, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.
Frank Russell Campground
17 min away
McCully Heritage Project
1 hr 45 min away
$20 - $299 / night
"Great family location and for expanding children's knowledge"
"Relaxing spot near the lake with some beautiful views. The whole campground is in the woods so there’s lots of shade. Some spots are full hookups."
$20 - $32 / night
"We had full hook ups. They looked to be working on a bathroom/shower house that will be really nice when done! They have a pool, kids area and a putt putt area. Nice grass area for the dogs too."
"Our site was a good ways away from the road, and they're pretty generous with their firewood. Their bathrooms are pretty old though. All in all we enjoyed our stay."
$45 - $52 / night
"Check-in was quick and easy and we proceeded to pull through site 83 with FHUs. The gravel pad was very long and we had plenty of room for our 40’ rig and F450."
"Convenient RV resort, safe and tight , level gravel spots. Good staff and nice mix of long term guests. Good public areas for families."
"Quiet peaceful place for our overnight stop, would like to have extended stay to enjoy all the amenities. Friendly staff, very clean facilities, wonderful natural location."
"Oh my as we drove in this place was amazing There were fishing ponds a retreat center and cabins Hiking trails Rv park w laundry Over 160 acres of land to explore on!!!"
"They have a great staff, full store for almost anything you do, and don’t, need for your RV. 30/50 amp service throughout. K row is preferential. Spread out fairly well."
$43 - $48 / night
"Clean facilities, full hookup sites with concrete pads. A pool for the warm months, and a conservation site across the street. Plenty of fishing on the Mississippi river"
"Our first night out in our new travel trailer. Very impressed with the park when it was supposed to be closed. They extended their season because the weather was so good."
"Owners live right off the property so very convenient. Very nice owner Helen, came by the site to check us in. Right off a small county hwy, but not too noisy. Very quiet and relaxed place."
LegendThe campground (CG) was easy to find, located just 5 miles off I-70 with clear signage along the way. We parked at the designated registration area, and check-in was quick for our one-night stay. We were then escorted to pull-through site 17 with full hookups. The gravel pad was fairly level, and although the utilities were toward the back of the site, we had no trouble connecting. There were two sewer hookups—a nice touch. Water is shared, but the pressure was solid at about 50 psi. Sites are decently spaced, though some are closer together; ours was relatively close to the next site on the driver side. Our site had a nice yard, picnic table, and fire pit, but if someone had been in the site next to us, we would have been sharing that area. We got 2 bars on Verizon and 3 bars on T-Mobile, and our T-Mobile Home Internet worked very well. The CG WiFi was fine for email and web browsing. While the grounds have mature trees, most sites—including 17—are satellite-friendly. The 1/2-acre dog park was especially impressive. There was a mix of permanent, seasonal, and short-term guests. The park was clean, well-maintained, and featured fun wood carvings. The setting includes a pond and a trail to a small lake. A small camp store, ice, and propane are also available. Overall, this is a solid CG for overnight or extended stays. Out of the 325+ campgrounds we've visited, this one has the best rules sheet—hands down. It's hilarious, and you’ll instantly get their vibe!
LegendCheck-in was quick and easy and we proceeded to pull through site 83 with FHUs. The gravel pad was very long and we had plenty of room for our 40’ rig and F450. The utilities were in the middle of the pad and water pressure was decent at about 40 psi. As we were on the end of a row, we had a lot of front yard space. The sites here are very close together, but long-term guests kept their sites nice and well organized, and overall this CG was very clean. There are mature trees so satellite placement could be challenging. We were able to place our Starlink in the yard area for a good shot to the north sky. We got 4 bars on Verizon and their WiFi worked well for a campground of this size. At the office, they have a nice store and gift shop with one of the best selections of camping shirts etc. that we have seen.
RangerI can’t say enough about this beautiful campground on the shores of Mark Twain Lake. Friendly staff made us feel right at home. Three sections Deer run cedar ridge and Little Blue Stem. We stayed at Little Blue Stem. All three have quite a selection off full hookups as well as 50 Amp sites. There was an adequate Shower house in each section. All felt clean and safe. Large sites nestled in well wooded area. Black Jack Marina minutes away has convenient store and rentals. Even serves breakfast on the weekends. Several different area boat ramps as great picnic areas. Play area closed due to Covid.
GuideAfter 4 days driving & 3 nts of boondocking, this was a welcomed stopover; clean, quiet, and level gravel pad. Open year-round. There are some full-timers. We stayed here before, and will stay again. After taxes and AAA disc $31.43 w/ full-hookups (30-amp). Verizon 4 bars.
ScoutDriving through the area and needed a place to park and sleep. We didn’t use any of the facilities, but my impression was good! The campground is clean and there are lots of spaces. We had site 30- nice pull through spot with no length issues at all with our 40 ft toy hauler. Prices are super reasonable and full hook ups.
TravelerConvenient RV resort, safe and tight , level gravel spots. Good staff and nice mix of long term guests. Good public areas for families.
ScoutQuiet peaceful place for our overnight stop, would like to have extended stay to enjoy all the amenities. Friendly staff, very clean facilities, wonderful natural location.
GuideBeautiful place! We called ahead to see if they had sites available for the night. Arrived just before the office closed at 6pm. The friendly hosts escorted us to our pull-through full-hookups site. The campsite pads are level, nice and wide, gravel like the roads, with wide grassy areas between and beautiful mature shade trees everywhere. Our site had a picnic table and a small fire ring. That part of the site was not level, which made it pretty and feel more removed from neighboring rigs, but we had to use our leveling blocks under our picnic table. Full hookups worked fine. This was a 50A site so they provided a pigtail converter for our 30A needs.
Bathrooms were so cute!
We would definitely stay here again.
RangerCampground Review:
Mark Twain state Park is an absolute blast. approximately 30 minutes from Hannibal MO this park sits on Mark Twain Lake. Several hiking trails in the area will get you in touch with nature and an abundance of deer. Large playgrounds in the camping area's as well as visitor center areas. All loops in this park have electric and basic sites. No water hookups aside from host sites. Best part is all shower houses fairly new. We never located any vault toilets but found all three loops had their own shower house.
Park has a boat ramp with ample parking and if you have better luck than I did a fish cleaning station. While having a boat ramp close may be a deterrent it was rare to have much boat noise with the tall trees surrounding these large private sites.
We stayed in site 76 in puma loop which was a sloping site but it was massive. The lots on either side of ours were similar in layout but much more level. 76 also has a path to the waterfront which we utilized daily.
It rained on us for most of our stay we found Mark twain state park to be well worth the trip.
Product Review:
As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I get products to test from time to time- today I am testing the GCI Outdoors Master Cook Station.
While looking at GCIOutdoors.com for the right item for my family to try out we were amazed at the function of their site. We were able to compare multiple items flawlessly and despite much debate locate an item we believed may reduce our overall need to pack everything including the kitchen sink. The cook station didn't immediately jump off the page for my wife. She had her heart set on a new rocker chair of which GCI Outdoors has an amazing selection. However, I was able to win her over after pointing out the endless options the Master Cook Station (AKA My Kitchen) Offers.
My Kitchen provides functionality as a table, a cook top, a drying rack, food storage, and does so taking up the same amount of space as a folding chair. Our first night in camp the dreaded dinner bell began ringing and my loving wife walked over to our new kitchen. After cooking, plating, and eating from this beast she looked at me and said, "Never again will I doubt your decision making about anything." (or at least thats how I remember it.) She actual was really impressed how this cook station had taking the stress out of meal time. With a built in sink we were able to cook, eat, and clean from a singular location and when done we could either fold it up and tuck it away or use it for evening activities.
As a pop up camper space is always limited and at a premium. The GCI Outdoor Master Cook Station not only met our expectations it surpassed them. This swiss army table will be a must have among all of our friends and the high quality of this product tells me that we will get to show it off for quite some time.
RV camping near Mark Twain Lake in Missouri offers a blend of scenic beauty and convenient amenities, making it a great choice for outdoor enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What RV parks are available at Mark Twain Lake?
Mark Twain Lake offers several excellent options for RV camping. Ray Behrens provides beautiful lakeside camping with three sections (Deer Run, Cedar Ridge, and Little Blue Stem), featuring numerous full hookup sites and 50-amp service. Frank Russell Campground offers perfectly level paved parking pads, shaded sites with picnic tables, and a peaceful environment. Other options include Indian Creek, the Puma Campground at Mark Twain State Park, and Mark Twain Lake Jellystone Park for a more resort-style experience. Most campgrounds around the lake offer water and electric hookups, with many featuring full hookups suitable for larger rigs.
Where can I find RV lots for sale around Mark Twain Lake?
RV lots for sale around Mark Twain Lake can be found through local real estate agencies specializing in waterfront and recreational properties. Backbone Ridge RV Park occasionally has lots available for purchase with lake views. Check with Cedar Creek Resort & RV Park as they sometimes offer seasonal or permanent lots in their quiet, natural location. The communities of Perry, Florida, and Monroe City have real estate offices that frequently list RV lots. Additionally, local Facebook marketplace groups and community bulletin boards often advertise private sales of RV lots around the lake area.
What amenities are offered at Dry Dock Campground on Mark Twain Lake?
While Dry Dock Campground isn't specifically mentioned in available reviews, similar campgrounds at Mark Twain Lake typically offer essential amenities. Based on other lakeside campgrounds like Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground, you can expect level gravel sites, full hookups, and pull-through options for larger rigs. Many Mark Twain Lake campgrounds feature water pressure around 40 psi, clean facilities, and public areas for families. Kan-Do Kampground & RV Park indicates that campgrounds in the area generally provide quiet environments with reasonable rates. For specific information about Dry Dock Campground's current amenities, contact the Mark Twain Lake Visitor Center directly.
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