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U.S. Forest Service · Mark Twain National Forest · MO

Silver Mines

Kayakers Playing Around Old Minig Company DamPhoto · US Forest Service
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
76Sites
60 ftMax rig

The place

Silver Mines Campground is located on the St. Francis River in the Mark Twain National Forest. It offers a variety of recreational opportunities and abundant historic and geological wonders. Recreation Parts of the river are available for swimming, while other portions provide good fishing. Whitewater kayaking is a popular activity during the springtime when water runs high. Depending on water levels, the state holds an annual kayaking competition the third weekend of March. The 2-mile Silver Mines Trail follows both sides of the river, leading to various picnic areas. A 1. Keep reading

2-mile trail spurs to a popular conservation area, where visitors can view spectacular rock formations along the river. Facilities The campground offers dozens of single-family campsites, as well as large group sites, all available for tent and RV camping. Some sites have 30-amp electric hookups. The large group site can accommodate up to 74 people. Additional sites are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are accessible vault toilets and drinking water. Parking spurs vary from asphalt, to grass, to gravel or dirt. Natural Features This beautiful area is located along the St. Francis River, the only river in Missouri classified as a whitewater river. It is widely used for kayaking during springtime. The campground is located at a historic mining operation and is known for its Precambrian granite and felsite rocks. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area. Nearby Attractions The Millstream Gardens Conservation Area is located eight miles west of Fredericktown, or four miles west of the campground, on Highway 72. It is home to the scenic Tiemann Shut-ins and other spectacular sights along the riverbed.

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The sites · 76

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DBLS034standard nonelectric60 ft—
GRP001group standard nonelectric45 ft—
GRPRiverside Paviliongroup shelter nonelectric——yes
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PSNG039standard nonelectric35 ft—
PSNG041tent only nonelectric——
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PSNG045standard nonelectric30 ft—
PSNG046standard nonelectric35 ft—
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PSNG049standard nonelectric30 ft—
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PSNG055standard nonelectric35 ft—
RDBL004standard electric50 ft50
RSNG001standard nonelectric25 ft—
RSNG005standard electric50 ft30
RSNG006standard electric50 ft30
RSNG007standard electric25 ft30
RSNG008standard electric50 ft30
RSNG009standard electric50 ft30
RSNG010standard electric—30
RSNG011standard electric50 ft30
RSNG012standard electric—30
SPRG057standard nonelectric25 ft—
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Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

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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