Mark Twain State Park is a public recreation area encompassing 2,775 acres (1,123 ha) on Mark Twain Lake in Monroe County, Missouri. The state park offers water recreation, hiking trails, and campgrounds. It is adjacent to the Mark Twain Birthplace State Historic Site.Put Mark Twain State Park on your schedule, and learn what else deserves a visit by using our Florida day trip app.
The Mark Twain State Park Picnic Shelter at Buzzard's Roost is a historic picnic shelter located at Mark Twain State Park. The shelter was built about 1941 by an all African-American Civilian Conservation Corps company. The shelter is constructed of stone in a rustic style. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
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This is a lovely state park! Visit Buzzards Roost for a high view of the lake. There's trails & picnic areas. A swimming beach if the weather's right. Boating is very big here as well. We camped...
This is a lovely state park! Visit Buzzards Roost for a high view of the lake. There's trails & picnic areas. A swimming beach if the weather's right. Boating is very big here as well. We camped... more »
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During the week of September 20th, my husband and I camped at Mark Twain State Park. It far surpassed our already high expectations. During the week, it was less than half full. Both the camp sites...
During the week of September 20th, my husband and I camped at Mark Twain State Park. It far surpassed our already high expectations. During the week, it was less than half full. Both the camp sites... more »
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At this point, I've been to what feels like almost every trail in Missouri, however THIS state park has some of the best trails, I would definitely recommend this as this park is definitely in my top 3 for Missouri. The Dogwood, Post Oak, and White Oak trail is an amazing set of trails.
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This was my first visit to this location (from St. Louis) and we had a great time. I rented a tent site and the lot was even and shaded, seemed like most were. Plenty of space also. There is a side that had a neat playground for kiddos, walking trails, and the workers were wonderful. Bathrooms and showers were not too far from any site and clean. My pup loved it as well (just make sure they have their tick treatments, we all found a few so be sure to check yourself too!). Overall it’s a nice place to camp and we will definitely be back!
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