Loggers Lake Recreation Area

Campground closure

Closed (US Forest Service)

Located deep in the interior forests of Shannon county, this campground is situated along the south-east shore of the 22-acre Logger's Lake.

The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), Camp 1730 located in Bunker, constructed Loggers Lake in the late 1930’s. Several springs feed water into the lake basin, helping maintain a cooler temperature. The lake is a destination for anglers looking for non-motorized boating and quiet bank fishing.

There is a memorial to the CCC located in the campground.

The campground area is located on the southeast lakeshore and all sites have a view of the lake, with only light vegetation in between.

Fishing: Logger’s Lake offers good fishing for large-mouth bass, sunfish and channel catfish.

The Day Use area is on the southeast lakeshore and is to the right of the campground. The day use area has bathrooms, 3 parking spaces, two picnic tables, and is a grassy area shaded by a few trees. It has a small swim beach, boat ramp, picnic tables, and grills.

Fees

Day Use $5/vehicle per day Camping Single, nonelectric: $15/night There is a 50% discount for camping for anyone with an Interagency Access or Senior Pass. Interagency passes cover the full day use fees.

Rules

Dogs must be on a 6 foot leash in the campground. Fireworks are prohibited. Campground: Fees will be paid at the fee tube provided. The Host cannot accept the fees. Campsite parking allows for two vehicles per site. Park only in designated parking areas. No more than 8 people are permitted at single sites (16 for double sites). Only collect dead and downed wood for campfires. Electric motors only on the lake.

Directions

From Bunker, At the junction of MO Highway A and Highway 72, go 1/4 mile west on Highway A to Dent Co Rd 565 (Lincoln Ave). Turn left onto Dent Co Rd. 565 and go south on 565 for 6 miles to FR 2193. Turn left on FR 2193 for 1 mile then arrive at Logger's Lake Look out for signs on Dent Co Rd. 565 for Logger’s Lake directions A 4WD vehicle is not required, but the last part of the road to Logger’s Lake is rough in terrain, high clearance vehicle is highly recommended.