## Overview

The Council Bluff Recreation Area is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the
outdoors. The Wild Boar Campground and sheltered picnic area, available for
individual families or large groups, is next to the largest lake in the Mark
Twain National Forest. The area provides ample opportunities for camping,
picnicking, hiking, fishing, swimming and more.

## Recreation

Boating 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.  
  
Canoeing, swimming and fishing are 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.  
  
Waterfowl hunting is permitted 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.

## Facilities

Boating 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.  
  
Canoeing, swimming and fishing are 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.  
  
Waterfowl hunting is permitted 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.

## Natural Features

Located in southern Missouri, the Council Bluff Lake was created by a dam
across Big River. It is 440 acres in size and 87 feet deep in some places.  
  
The Chapel Hill Beach is at the eastern end of the campground and provides
54,000 square-feet of sandy beach. Visitors can either walk or drive to the
lake.

## Nearby Attractions

The Trace Creek section of the Ozark Trail is located just west of the
recreation area.

<h2>Overview</h2>
The Council Bluff Recreation Area is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the outdoors. The Wild Boar Campground and sheltered picnic area, available for individual families or large groups, is next to the largest lake in the Mark Twain National Forest. The area provides ample opportunities for camping, picnicking, hiking, fishing, swimming and more.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Boating 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.
<br/><br/>
Canoeing, swimming and fishing are also available. Anglers can expect a catch of a variety of freshwater fish, including bass bluegills, catfish and crappies.
<br/> <br/>
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. 
<br/><br/>
Waterfowl hunting is permitted 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.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Boating 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.
<br/><br/>
Canoeing, swimming and fishing are also available. Anglers can expect a catch of a variety of freshwater fish, including bass bluegills, catfish and crappies.
<br/> <br/>
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. 
<br/><br/>
Waterfowl hunting is permitted 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.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Located in southern Missouri, the Council Bluff Lake was created by a dam across Big River. It is 440 acres in size and 87 feet deep in some places.<br/><br/>
The Chapel Hill Beach is at the eastern end of the campground and provides 54,000 square-feet of sandy beach. Visitors can either walk or drive to the lake.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The Trace Creek section of the Ozark Trail is located just west of the recreation area.

Beach on a sunny day.

Recently remodeled bathhouse.

Recently remodeled bathouse.

GROUP SHELTER AT BEACH

Council Bluff Chapel Hill Beach

Having fun at the beach.

LARGE SANDY BEACH WITH PLAY AREA

Excellent launching and docking facilities for boats.

View of boat dock facing ramp.

Typical campsite.

Council Bluff Recreation 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

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.

## 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>
<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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. </p>

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

<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>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.<br><br><br><br>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.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>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.<br><br><br><br>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.</p>
<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.

Overlooking Huzzah Creek from Pines Overlook Camping Loop

Landscape view from Pines Overlook

Red Bluff along Huzzah Creek.

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

## Overview

Roomy campsites surrounded by open lawn and natural shading, cool breezes,
abundant songbirds and scenic views all await visitors at the Sutton Bluff
Recreation Area. The campground is a popular site for those using the nearby
designated Sutton Bluff off-road vehicle trails.

## Recreation

A 20 mile off-road vehicle trail can be accessed from the campground. Permits
are required for off-road vehicle use in the area. The Karkaghne section of
the Ozark Trail, which is popular among backpackers, hikers and mountain
bikers, is accessible from a trailhead less than a mile from the campground.
The West Fork of Black River provides access to a serene, slow-moving mountain
stream and a natural gravel beach. Visitors enjoy wading in the waters,
however the current is not strong enough to enable floating the river. Anglers
can enjoy a variety of bass and bluegill.

## Facilities

A 20 mile off-road vehicle trail can be accessed from the campground. Permits
are required for off-road vehicle use in the area. The Karkaghne section of
the Ozark Trail, which is popular among backpackers, hikers and mountain
bikers, is accessible from a trailhead less than a mile from the campground.
The West Fork of Black River provides access to a serene, slow-moving mountain
stream and a natural gravel beach. Visitors enjoy wading in the waters,
however the current is not strong enough to enable floating the river. Anglers
can enjoy a variety of bass and bluegill.

## Natural Features

Sutton Bluff is located 13 miles outside Centerville, Missouri, on the Black
River. It is nestled among a variety of short-leaf pine trees and shrubs, and
a number of campsites sit alongside the West Fork of the Black River.

## Nearby Attractions

The small mining town of Centerville is located roughly six miles from the
campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Roomy campsites surrounded by open lawn and natural shading, cool breezes, abundant songbirds and scenic views all await visitors at the Sutton Bluff Recreation Area. The campground is a popular site for those using the nearby designated Sutton Bluff off-road vehicle trails.
<h2>Recreation</h2>
A 20 mile off-road vehicle trail can be accessed from the campground. Permits are required for off-road vehicle use in the area. 
  
The Karkaghne section of the Ozark Trail, which is popular among backpackers, hikers and mountain bikers, is accessible from a trailhead less than a mile from the campground.  

The West Fork of Black River provides access to a serene, slow-moving mountain stream and a natural gravel beach. Visitors enjoy wading in the waters, however the current is not strong enough to enable floating the river. Anglers can enjoy a variety of bass and bluegill.<h2>Facilities</h2>
A 20 mile off-road vehicle trail can be accessed from the campground. Permits are required for off-road vehicle use in the area. 
  
The Karkaghne section of the Ozark Trail, which is popular among backpackers, hikers and mountain bikers, is accessible from a trailhead less than a mile from the campground.  

The West Fork of Black River provides access to a serene, slow-moving mountain stream and a natural gravel beach. Visitors enjoy wading in the waters, however the current is not strong enough to enable floating the river. Anglers can enjoy a variety of bass and bluegill.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Sutton Bluff is located 13 miles outside Centerville, Missouri, on the Black River. It is nestled among a variety of short-leaf pine trees and shrubs, and a number of campsites sit alongside the West Fork of the Black River.

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The small mining town of Centerville is located roughly six miles from the campground.

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