Lane Spring Recreation Area
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Lane Spring Recreation Area provides a peaceful setting along Little Piney Creek and a scenic patio overlooking beautiful Lane Spring. A large, accessible picnic area with two pavilions can be reserved. The site has multiple first come first serve campsites if an overnight stay is desired. A variety of outdoor recreation opportunities are in the area. Recreation Trout fishing is popular along the portion of the creek nearest Lane Spring, as it is managed by a wild trout fishery. The fish population is self-sustained instead of being stocked. Keep reading
Only artificial lures and flies may be used, and a daily limit is applied of one trout measuring 18 inches or longer. Bass and sunfish are also plentiful. The 1.25-mile Blossom Rock Trail and the 1.5-mile Cedar Bluff Trail traverse through lush bottomland vegetation with abundant wildflowers, before climbing to views of the river and rock outcroppings. Birding and wildlife viewing is popular along the trails. Facilities The recreation area offers a picnic area with two group picnic pavilions, each equipped with tables, grills and electric outlets. Each can accommodate up to 100 people. If unreserved, the pavilions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each pavillion has 10-20 parking spots with handicap accessible paths to pavillions. These parking spots are not reservable, however there are additional parking spaces that have access to the spring. Additional individual picnic sites are available near the spring. Several family campsites are available as well. Each site is equipped with a table, lantern post and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Natural Features The recreation area is situated along Little Piney Creek, with some waterfront campsites available. A beautiful hardwood forest covers the area, which lies in the northwestern portion of the Mark Twain National Forest. An accessible shaded stone patio overlooks tranquil Lane Spring, a bubbling spring with watercress and native plant species. It is bordered by a variety of trees, including sycamore, cypress, oak and many others.
The sites · 25
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DGWP | Dogwood Pavilion | group picnic area | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 01 | standard electric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 02 | standard electric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 03 | standard electric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 04 | standard electric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 05 | standard electric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 06 | standard electric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 07 | standard electric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 08 | standard nonelectric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 09 | standard nonelectric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 10 | standard electric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 11 | standard nonelectric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 12 | standard electric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 13 | standard nonelectric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 14 | standard electric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 15 | standard nonelectric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 16 | standard nonelectric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 17 | standard nonelectric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop A | 18 | standard nonelectric | — | 15 | yes |
| Loop B | 19 | group standard nonelectric | — | — | yes |
| Loop B | 20 | group standard nonelectric | — | — | yes |
| Loop B | 21 | group standard nonelectric | — | — | yes |
| MANAGEMENT SITES | XXX | management | — | — | yes |
| MANAGEMENT SITES | XXXX | management | — | — | yes |
| REDB | Redbud Pavilion | group picnic area | — | 15 | yes |
Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
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