Markham Springs
Markham Springs is a national forest campground in Missouri. Hookups: electric.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Missouri
- Coordinates
- 36.97333, -90.60167
- Hookups
- Electric
- Activities
- Boating, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Historic & Cultural Site, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Markham Springs
Overview Markham Springs Campground is set on the Black River in a scenic and historic recreation area in the southwestern corner of Missouri's Mark Twain National Forest. The area provides access to multiple trails and recreational opportunities. Markham Springs Recreation Area gets its name from former owner, M. J. Markham, who acquired the property in 1901 and operated a lumber mill at the site until the 1930s. The Fuchs House, a five-bedroom concrete and native stone home, also sits on the property, along with a neighboring mill. At times, it is also available for rent. Recreation River and stream fishing are popular activities near the campground. The Black River boasts bass, sunfish, walleye and catfish. Many anglers fish from boats, but others fish from the riverbanks. Canoeing and kayaking is also possible on the river. Various day hikes within the Markham Springs Trail System are accessible from the campground. Eagle Bluff Trail is a 1.5-mile loop along the river, where birding and wildlife viewing are favorite pastimes. Facilities The campground offers single and double sites for tent and RV camping. Some rather primitive sites are located in a wooded setting near the river. Electric hookups are provided, as well as tables and campfire rings with grills. Lantern posts are also available. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water, showers and trash collection are provided. Natural Features Located adjacent to the Black River, the recreation area contains a sma
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Missouri Department of Natural Rresources · 15 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 230 designated routes (201 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuchs House | National forest campground | 0.3 mi | — | Water |
| Markham Springs Campground | Private campground | 0.5 mi | — | — |
| Markham Springs | National forest campground | 0.6 mi | — | — |
| Pinewoods Lake | National forest campground | 10 mi | — | — |
| Pinewoods Lake Rec Area | National forest campground | 11 mi | — | No hookups |
| Greenville Recreation Area | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 12 mi | — | Full hookups |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.