Pinewoods Lake Rec Area

Mark Twain National Forest, MO · ≈24.4 mi to Poplar Bluff
Sites
16
Max rig
No RV sites
Pull-through
N/A
Hookups
None
ADA
To town
24.4 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Tent campers and backpackers
  • Fishing and boating enthusiasts
  • Hikers and wildlife viewers
  • Primitive camping experiences
  • Pets and their owners

✕ Not ideal for

  • RVs of any size
  • Travelers needing hookups
  • Those seeking proximity to town

Connectivity

Best bet: VerizonStrong 5G signal here · 3 of 3 carriers reach here
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AT&T5G
T-Mobile5G

What's here

15 Standards (no Hookups)Drive-In access
1 Group Picnic AreaReserved as one unit · largest capacity: 75 people
Rig compatibility

Will your rig fit?

Verified: none of this campground's recorded sites accommodate RVs — tent, cabin, or walk-in access only.

Amenities & features

Amenities
Campfires allowedPets allowedShade
Activities
BoatingCampingFishingHikingWildlife Viewing
Natural features
Lakefront
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Tight for big rigsRig fit
Straightforward accessAccess
Basic amenitiesConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: Poplar Bluff, ~24.4 miGet directions ↗

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Photos

Photos: Make Twain National Forest, USDA Forest Service , Mark Twain National Forest

Overview

Overview Pinewoods Lake Recreation Area sits next to Pinewoods Lake in southeastern Missouri. It is an ideal location to enjoy lake fishing and scenic trails. Recreation A 1.3-mile walking trail surrounds the lake. Most of the trail has a concrete surface and is accessible. The entire trail is relatively flat, with no difficult sections. Circling the 32-acre lake, the trail provides views of the lake, songbirds and wildlife, and an abundance of wildflowers. The lake offers a floating fishing pier and a concrete boat ramp. Anglers can enjoy fishing for bass, sunfish and catfish. Facilities The day-use picnic shelter can accommodate up to 75 people. It is equipped with tables and large grills. Accessible vault toilets are provided. Trash collection service is not available; visitors must carry out all garbage. Natural Features The lake is located on the southeastern quadrant of the Mark Twain National Forest. The area is densely wooded. Nearby Attractions Ellsinore is the closest city to the campground, just 3 miles away, with a few dining options, a grocery store and fuel station.

Managed by USDA Forest Service · Standard campground