The Brazil Creek Trailhead serves as a trail camp for the 24-mile **Berryman
Trail**and the 40 mile **Courtois (koh-teh-wah) Section of the Ozark Trail**.

The Berryman Trail traverses 24 miles of scenic Ozark countryside starting at
the site of a Civilian Conservation Corps camp of 1937 and winding through
timbered stands and fields. This section of the **Ozark Trail**is part of the
over 200 mile through-trail. Camping, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback
riding here offer the recreationist a pleasant measure of solitude and quiet.

The trailhead is located past the campsites, on the right-hand side, down a
short gravel path. You will need to cross a creek to get onto the trail.

The campsites are located on the right-hand side of the road.

The Brazil Creek Trailhead serves as a trail camp for the 24-mile <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mtnf/recarea/?recid=21842">Berryman Trail </a>and the 40 mile <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mtnf/recarea/?recid=21852">Courtois (koh-teh-wah) Section of the Ozark Trail</a>.The Berryman Trail traverses 24 miles of scenic Ozark countryside starting at the site of a Civilian Conservation Corps camp of 1937 and winding through timbered stands and fields. This section of the <a href="http://www.ozarktrail.com/">Ozark Trail </a>is part of the over 200 mile through-trail. Camping, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding here offer the recreationist a pleasant measure of solitude and quiet.The trailhead is located past the campsites, on the right-hand side, down a short gravel path. You will need to cross a creek to get onto the trail.The campsites are located on the right-hand side of the road.

Bird's eye view of the campground

Brazil Creek Trailhead

This small, remote campground and picnic area located at the site of a
Civilian Conservation Corps camp of 1937 provides a quiet setting for escaping
from your normal routine. With just 8 individual campsites and a picnic
shelter, it is enjoyed by campers, picnickers, mountain bikers, equestrians,
and hikers.  

The Berryman Trail leaves from this recreation area, and traverses 24 miles of
scenic Ozark countryside and winding through timbered stands and fields. The
hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding offer one a pleasant measure of
solitude and quiet.

The western section of the trail also serves as part of the Courtois Section
of the Ozark Trail.



**Brochure and Maps**

Printable brochure of the recreation area. GeoPDF map available through the
Avenza app.



_**History of the Berryman CCC Camp**_

The Berryman CCC Camp, also known as Lost Creek, was home to the 3733rd
Company and was designated Camp Number F-MO-13.

The camp's initial construction began on May 29, 1935, under the command of
Lieutenant Charles C. Isely. Twelve men were selected from Company 732 at
Boss, Missouri to be the first enrollees of the 3733rd Company and were to be
in charge of the cooking, road work, and other work that required special
training.

The early camp conditions were described by Robert Fechner, author of What the
CCC Is and Does: Company 3733, Berryman, MO, as follows: "The men lived in one
of the uncompleted buildings for two weeks, cooking and eating in the open,
and in all enduring hardships that in the light of the present conditions,
seem unreal." The initial camp enrollees were tasked with "lifting the camp
out of the mud and brush" (Direct Advertising Company 1937:146). Presumably
this colorful language meant that the camp location was cleared of brush,
trees, and other vegetation and the landforms leveled so that construction of
buildings could begin.

By July 5, 1935, George E. Maness, Relief Director for Washington County,
directed that a total of 41 men and seven alternates between the ages of 18
and 28 on the county relief rolls were to be sent to the Berryman CCC Camp. A
total of 176 recruits arrived on July 5, 1935, to begin the construction of
the camp. Frank D. Crawford was assigned by the Forest Service to be Project
Superintendent and he arrived at the camp on July 9, 1935. The forestry office
was temporarily housed in the Camp Headquarters Building until the completion
of the Forestry Building in November 1935. The initial camp projects completed
were the construction of the camp road and the establishment of a telephone
line into the camp.

Between 1935 and 1937, the Berryman (Lost Creek) CCC Camp had "built over 50
miles of forest road, erected five steel fire lookout towers, built more than
40 miles of telephone line, planted approximately 320,000 pine trees, 280,000
black walnut trees and cleaned up several hundred acres of standing timber"
(Direct Advertising Company 1937:147).

In June of 1938, an open house for the general public was held at the Berryman
(Lost Creek) CCC Camp, at which over 5,000 people attended.

By 1942 and the participation of the United States in World War II, all
activities of the CCC were discontinued. It is likely that most of the
buildings, supplies, and materials from the Berryman (Lost Creek) CCC Camp
were removed and put to other uses. A series of foundation remnants remain in
the site area, which currently serves as a trailhead and campground.

This small, remote campground and picnic area located at the site of a Civilian Conservation Corps camp of 1937 provides a quiet setting for escaping from your normal routine. With just 8 individual campsites and a picnic shelter, it is enjoyed by campers, picnickers, mountain bikers, equestrians, and hikers. &nbsp;The Berryman Trail leaves from this recreation area, and traverses 24 miles of scenic Ozark countryside and winding through timbered stands and fields. The hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding offer one a pleasant measure of solitude and quiet.The western section of the trail also serves as part of the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mtnf/recarea/?recid=21852">Courtois Section of the Ozark Trail</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;Brochure and Maps<a href="https://usfs-public.box.com/v/BerrymanTrailMap">Printable brochure</a> of the recreation area. GeoPDF map available through the <a href="https://www.avenzamaps.com/maps/1470626" target="_blank">Avenza app</a>.&nbsp;History of the Berryman CCC CampThe Berryman CCC Camp, also known as Lost Creek, was home to the 3733rd Company and was designated Camp Number F-MO-13.The camp&rsquo;s initial construction began on May 29, 1935, under the command of Lieutenant Charles C. Isely. Twelve men were selected from Company 732 at Boss, Missouri to be the first enrollees of the 3733rd Company and were to be in charge of the cooking, road work, and other work that required special training.&nbsp;The early camp conditions were described by Robert Fechner, author of What the CCC Is and Does: Company 3733, Berryman, MO, as follows: &ldquo;The men lived in one of the uncompleted buildings for two weeks, cooking and eating in the open, and in all enduring hardships that in the light of the present conditions, seem unreal.&rdquo; The initial camp enrollees were tasked with &ldquo;lifting the camp out of the mud and brush&rdquo; (Direct Advertising Company 1937:146). Presumably this colorful language meant that the camp location was cleared of brush, trees, and other vegetation and the landforms leveled so that construction of buildings could begin.By July 5, 1935, George E. Maness, Relief Director for Washington County, directed that a total of 41 men and seven alternates between the ages of 18 and 28 on the county relief rolls were to be sent to the Berryman CCC Camp. A total of 176 recruits arrived on July 5, 1935, to begin the construction of the camp. Frank D. Crawford was assigned by the Forest Service to be Project Superintendent and he arrived at the camp on July 9, 1935. The forestry office was temporarily housed in the Camp Headquarters Building until the completion of the Forestry Building in November 1935. The initial camp projects completed were the construction of the camp road and the establishment of a telephone line into the camp.Between 1935 and 1937, the Berryman (Lost Creek) CCC Camp had &ldquo;built over 50 miles of forest road, erected five steel fire lookout towers, built more than 40 miles of telephone line, planted approximately 320,000 pine trees, 280,000 black walnut trees and cleaned up several hundred acres of standing timber&rdquo; (Direct Advertising Company 1937:147).In June of 1938, an open house for the general public was held at the Berryman (Lost Creek) CCC Camp, at which over 5,000 people attended.By 1942 and the participation of the United States in World War II, all activities of the CCC were discontinued. It is likely that most of the buildings, supplies, and materials from the Berryman (Lost Creek) CCC Camp were removed and put to other uses. A series of foundation remnants remain in the site area, which currently serves as a trailhead and campground.

**Day Use**

  * Per vehicle - $5.00/day
  * Group Day Use (74 people) - $50/day

**Berryman Campround**

  * Single Site - $15/night

Berryman Campground

Hazel Creek is in a remote area without cell phone service.  This primitive
campground is popular with OHV/ATV riders, equestrians, and mountain bikers.

There is a trailhead for the Ozark Trail is on the road leading into the
campground.

Hazel Creek is part of the Old Lead Belt, where much of the nation's lead ore
was once mined. This site features a foundation from a historic lead smelter.

The Trail of Tears National Historic Trail goes through the site.

<div>Hazel Creek is in a remote area without cell phone service.&nbsp; This primitive campground is popular with OHV/ATV riders, equestrians, and mountain bikers.&nbsp;There is a trailhead for the Ozark Trail is on the road leading into the campground.Hazel Creek is part of the Old Lead Belt, where much of the nation&rsquo;s lead ore was once mined. This site features a foundation from a historic lead smelter.</div>The <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/mtnf/specialplaces/?cid=stelprdb5442989">Trail of Tears National Historic Trail</a> goes through the site.

Hazel Creek Campground

Entering or being in the Palmer Lead Smelter Closure Area. The boundary of the
Palmer Lead Smelter Closure Area is defined by the marked and signed area
surrounding the Palmer smelter site located north of Forest Service road 2392
at Hazel Creek Campground

Pursuant to 16 USC 551 and 36 CFR 261.50(a), and to provide for public safety,
the following acts are prohibited within the Potosi/Fredericktown Ranger
District. This Order is effective from March 29, 2019 until rescinded.

**Entering or being in the Palmer Lead Smelter Closure Area. The boundary of
the Palmer Lead Smelter Closure Area is defined by the marked and signed area
surrounding the Palmer smelter site located north of Forest Service road 2392
at Hazel Creek Campground and as depicted on the attached map hereby
incorporated into the Order as Exhibit A. 36 CFR 261.53(e).**

Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(e), the following persons are exempt from this
Order:

1\. Any Federal, State, or local officer, member of an organized rescue or
fire fighting force in the performance of official duty.

2\. Any site worker duly authorized by the Forest Service to perform work
within the closure area.

These prohibitions are in addition to the general prohibitions in 36 CFR Part
261, Subpart A.

Executed in Rolla Missouri, this day of March 29, 2019.

Entering or being in the Palmer Lead Smelter Closure Area. The boundary of the Palmer Lead Smelter Closure Area is defined by the marked and signed area surrounding the Palmer smelter site located north of Forest Service road 2392 at Hazel Creek Campground
Pursuant to 16 USC 551 and 36 CFR 261.50(a), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited within the Potosi/Fredericktown Ranger District. This Order is effective from March 29, 2019 until rescinded.Entering or being in the Palmer Lead Smelter Closure Area. The boundary of the Palmer Lead Smelter Closure Area is defined by the marked and signed area surrounding the Palmer smelter site located north of Forest Service road 2392 at Hazel Creek Campground and as depicted on the attached map hereby incorporated into the Order as Exhibit A. 36 CFR 261.53(e).Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(e), the following persons are exempt from this Order:1. Any Federal, State, or local officer, member of an organized rescue or fire fighting force in the performance of official duty.2. Any site worker duly authorized by the Forest Service to perform work within the closure area.These prohibitions are in addition to the general prohibitions in 36 CFR Part 261, Subpart A.Executed in Rolla Missouri, this day of March 29, 2019.

Forest Order 09-05-19-03: Palmer Lead Smelter Area

## Overview

Red Bluff Campground is named for towering red bluffs along Huzzah Creek,
carved by the elements over the past 10,000 years. The area used to be home to
timber mills, but now provides a serene spot for camping and enjoying nature.

Early settlement of the area surrounded the Boyer Mill constructed around
1830. Railroads created a thriving timber industry till the supply was
depleted. The land was purchased by the U.S. Forest Service in 1940 and has
been used as a recreation area.

Red Bluff is located in the Potosi-Fredericktown Ranger District of the Mark
Twain National Forest. Large, red bluffs on the opposite side of Huzzah Creek,
gravel bars along the creek, a mixture of pools and riffles and natural
vegetation provide a backdrop for a very relaxing camping experience. Wading
and swimming in Huzzah Creek are enjoyed by visitors. The water can be swift-
moving at times and rocks and drop-offs are not marked. Fishing is also
popular in the area and anglers can expect to find bass, sunfish, suckers, and
catfish.

Three new camping loops were constructed above the Huzzah Creek floodplain –
Ridge Top Loop, Creek Loop, and Group Loop - each of which have modern
restrooms, water, and electricity on 2023.

A new shower house, a dump station, and second pavilion were also added for
visitor convenience. Camping spurs are variable in size and layout to
accommodate recreational vehicles and trailers of all types.

A fourth camping loop, Pines Overlook, was renovated but remains a non-
electric loop.

## Recreation

Many sites are within 200 yards of Huzzah Creek, where tubing and swimming are
enjoyed by visitors. The water can be swift-moving at times and rocks and
drop-offs are not marked. Fishing is also popular in the area and anglers can
expect to find bass, perch and catfish.  
  
  
  
The Red Bluff Trail lies within the boundaries of the campground. It is a
1.2-mile loop that winds through a pine plantation and big oak timber, into an
adjoining hollow before returning to the campground. The short trail provides
an opportunity for visitors to enjoy a variety of ecological communities,
while reaping the benefits of a half-hour of hiking.

## Facilities

The campground offers several large sites available for tent and RV camping.
All campground loops offer 30 amp & 50 amp pedestals, except for Pines
Overlook (PO). Individual picnic sites are available as well, some of which
have shelters. Two accessible group picnic shelters can be reserved and can
accommodate up to 74 people (PAV 1 has electric and lighting). Additional
sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.  
Each site is equipped with a picnic table, lantern post and campfire ring with
grill. Vault toilets, flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided.
The roads within the campground are paved.

## Natural Features

Large, red bluffs on the opposite side of Huzzah Creek, gravel bars along the
creek, a mixture of pools and riffles and natural vegetation provide a
backdrop for a very relaxing camping experience at the campground. Red Bluff
is located in the Potosi-Fredericktown Ranger District of the Mark Twain
National Forest.

## Nearby Attractions

This campground is located in southeastern Missouri, approximately one mile
from the town of Davisville.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Red Bluff Campground is named for towering red bluffs along Huzzah Creek, carved by the elements over the past 10,000 years. The area used to be home to timber mills, but now provides a serene spot for camping and enjoying nature.

Early settlement of the area surrounded the Boyer Mill constructed around 1830. Railroads created a thriving timber industry till the supply was depleted. The land was purchased by the U.S. Forest Service in 1940 and has been used as a recreation area.

Red Bluff is located in the Potosi-Fredericktown Ranger District of the Mark Twain National Forest. Large, red bluffs on the opposite side of Huzzah Creek, gravel bars along the creek, a mixture of pools and riffles and natural vegetation provide a backdrop for a very relaxing camping experience. Wading and swimming in Huzzah Creek are enjoyed by visitors. The water can be swift-moving at times and rocks and drop-offs are not marked. Fishing is also popular in the area and anglers can expect to find bass, sunfish, suckers, and catfish. 

Three new camping loops were constructed above the Huzzah Creek floodplain – Ridge Top Loop, Creek Loop, and Group Loop - each of which have modern restrooms, water, and electricity on 2023.
A new shower house, a dump station, and second pavilion were also added for visitor convenience. Camping spurs are variable in size and layout to accommodate recreational vehicles and trailers of all types.  
A fourth camping loop, Pines Overlook, was renovated but remains a non-electric loop.  

<h2>Recreation</h2>
Many sites are within 200 yards of Huzzah Creek, where tubing and swimming are enjoyed by visitors. The water can be swift-moving at times and rocks and drop-offs are not marked. Fishing is also popular in the area and anglers can expect to find bass, perch and catfish. The Red Bluff Trail lies within the boundaries of the campground. It is a 1.2-mile loop that winds through a pine plantation and big oak timber, into an adjoining hollow before returning to the campground. The short trail provides an opportunity for visitors to enjoy a variety of ecological communities, while reaping the benefits of a half-hour of hiking.
<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers several large sites available for tent and RV camping. All campground loops offer 30 amp & 50 amp pedestals, except for Pines Overlook (PO). Individual picnic sites are available as well, some of which have shelters. Two accessible group picnic shelters can be reserved and can accommodate up to 74 people (PAV 1 has electric and lighting). Additional sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, lantern post and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets, flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided. The roads within the campground are paved.
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Large, red bluffs on the opposite side of Huzzah Creek, gravel bars along the creek, a mixture of pools and riffles and natural vegetation provide a backdrop for a very relaxing camping experience at the campground. Red Bluff is located in the Potosi-Fredericktown Ranger District of the Mark Twain National Forest.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
This campground is located in southeastern Missouri, approximately one mile from the town of Davisville.

Red Bluff along Huzzah Creek.

Overlooking Huzzah Creek from Pines Overlook Camping Loop

Landscape view from Pines Overlook

Huzzah Creek

Campsites with great views in the Pines Overlook Loop

Pines Overlook campsite overlooking Huzzah Creek

Map of Creek Loop

newly constructed camping loop

Pines Overlook Map

Map of Ridge Top Loop, Pines Overlook, and Group Loop

Ridge Top and Group Loop Map

Typical Single Electric Site

Creek Loop Map

Red Bluff Campground

The Council Bluff Recreation Area, located next to the largest lake on the
Mark Twain National Forest, is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the
outdoors. The area provides ample opportunities for camping, picnicking,
hiking, fishing, swimming and more.

The site is large and spread out, the campground and beach are about a 1 mile
hike apart, the hike/bike is downhill from the campground to the beach, but
uphill coming back.

Located in southern Missouri, the Council Bluff Lake was created by a dam
built across Big River. It is 440 acres in size and 87 feet deep in some
places.

The **Wild Boar Campground** and sheltered picnic area are available for
individual families or large groups.

The **Chapel Hill Beach** is at the eastern end of the campground and provides
1.25 acres of sandy beach. The beach is accessible via a short walkway from
the parking area.

**Boating and paddling** is a popular pastime on the lake, but all boats on
the lake must operate at a no-wake speed. Visitors can access the water via
the two boat ramps located at the lake.

**Fishing** is also available. Anglers can expect a catch of a variety of
freshwater fish, including bass, bluegills, catfish and crappies.

The 12-mile **Council Bluff Trail** encircles the lake, with spurs to the
campground. Hikers can enjoy scenic views of the lake and a look at the Mark
Twain wilderness. The Ozark Trail connects to the Council Bluff Trail at Trace
Creek mile 15.

**Waterfowl hunting** is allowed on Council Bluff Lake and the nearby Enough
Fields provide upland game opportunities. A variety of wildlife makes its home
in the heavily wooded area.



A Printable Brochure and map is available.

The Council Bluff Recreation Area, located next to the largest lake on the Mark Twain National Forest, is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the outdoors. The area provides ample opportunities for camping, picnicking, hiking, fishing, swimming and more.The site is large and spread out, the campground and beach are about a 1 mile hike apart, the hike/bike is downhill from the campground to the beach, but uphill coming back.Located in southern Missouri, the Council Bluff Lake was created by a dam built across Big River. It is 440 acres in size and 87 feet deep in some places.The Wild Boar Campground and sheltered picnic area are available for individual families or large groups.The Chapel Hill Beach is at the eastern end of the campground and provides 1.25 acres of sandy beach. The beach is accessible via a short walkway from the parking area.Boating and paddling is a popular pastime on the lake, but all boats on the lake must operate at a no-wake speed. Visitors can access the water via the two boat ramps located at the lake.Fishing is also available. Anglers can expect a catch of a variety of freshwater fish, including bass, bluegills, catfish and crappies.The 12-mile Council Bluff Trail encircles the lake, with spurs to the campground. Hikers can enjoy scenic views of the lake and a look at the Mark Twain wilderness. The Ozark Trail connects to the Council Bluff Trail at Trace Creek mile 15.Waterfowl hunting is allowed on Council Bluff Lake and the nearby Enough Fields provide upland game opportunities. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the heavily wooded area.&nbsp;A <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsm8_045348.pdf" target="_blank">Printable Brochure</a> and map is available.

**Day Use**

  * $5/day
  * 20 people - $10/day
  * 74 people - $50/day

**Campsite  (Non-Electric):**

  * Single - $15/night
  * Double - $25/night
  * Group Campsite 
    * 1 - 50 people: $50/night
    * 51 - 74 people: $100/night

Council Bluff Recreation Area

**In 2012** , The Mark Twain National Forest completed soil sampling in many
areas of Southeast Missouri lead mining area. A few recreation sites were
found to have elevated concentrations of lead, but there was not a clear trend
indicating where we would find lead.

In **Fall 2014** , we partnered with the Missouri Department of Natural
Resources to sample every campsite and day-use area at in the area for lead
(Pb) in surface soil and crushed rock, which led to the current action.

In the **Summer of 2015** , we capped contaminated areas at 100 campsites and
day use areas. The intent of this action is to reduce human contact with lead
in soils by putting down a layer of clean material that has low lead
concentrations. This project was a clean-up action under the Comprehensive
Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and is
categorized as a Time Critical Removal Action

The Forest Service plans to review the protectiveness of a CERLCA Time
Critical Removal Action after elevated levels of lead (Pb) were discovered.
This protectiveness review will allow us to determine if any additional work
needs to be conducted at these sites.

The risks of lead exposure at these sites are generally considered to be low,
especially if you are only at these sites a couple of times a year.

Read More about the Five Year Review of Time Critical Removal Action

In 2012, The Mark Twain National Forest completed soil sampling in many areas of Southeast Missouri lead mining area. A few recreation sites were found to have elevated concentrations of lead, but there was not a clear trend indicating where we would find lead.In Fall 2014, we partnered with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to sample every campsite and day-use area at in the area for lead (Pb) in surface soil and crushed rock, which led to the current action.In the Summer of 2015, we capped contaminated areas at 100 campsites and day use areas. The intent of this action is to reduce human contact with lead in soils by putting down a layer of clean material that has low lead concentrations. This project was a clean-up action under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and is categorized as a Time Critical Removal ActionThe Forest Service plans to review the protectiveness of a CERLCA Time Critical Removal Action after elevated levels of lead (Pb) were discovered. This protectiveness review will allow us to determine if any additional work needs to be conducted at these sites.The risks of lead exposure at these sites are generally considered to be low, especially if you are only at these sites a couple of times a year.Read More about the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/marktwain/natural-resources/forest-health/time-critical-removal-action">Five Year Review of Time Critical Removal Action</a>

Reducing Lead Exposure Risk at Campgrounds

Water system at Wild Boar Ridge Campground is out-of-service. Water and
showers are available at the nearby Chapen Hill beach.

Water system at Wild Boar Ridge Campground is out-of-service. Water and showers are available at the nearby Chapen Hill beach.

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