Markham Springs
MARKHAM SPRINGS
Part of Mark Twain National Forest
Overview
Markham Springs Campground is set on the Black River in a scenic and historic recreation area in the southwestern corner of Missouri's Mark Twain National Forest. The area provides access to multiple trails and recreational opportunities.Markham Springs Recreation Area gets its name from former owner, M. J. Markham, who acquired the property in 1901 and operated a lumber mill at the site until the 1930s.
The Fuchs House, a five-bedroom concrete and native stone home, also sits on the property, along with a neighboring mill. At times, it is also available for rent.
Facilities
The campground offers single and double sites for tent and RV camping. Some rather primitive sites are located in a wooded setting near the river.Electric hookups are provided, as well as tables and campfire rings with grills. Lantern posts are also available. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water, showers and trash collection are provided.
Natural Features
Located adjacent to the Black River, the recreation area contains a small pond that dates back to the 1800s. The area is covered by a dense forest of colorful trees, including ash, elm, maple and poplar.Recreation
River and stream fishing are popular activities near the campground. The Black River boasts bass, sunfish, walleye and catfish. Many anglers fish from boats, but others fish from the riverbanks. Canoeing and kayaking is also possible on the river.Various day hikes within the Markham Springs Trail System are accessible from the campground. Eagle Bluff Trail is a 1.5-mile loop along the river, where birding and wildlife viewing are favorite pastimes.
Nearby Attractions
The small town of Williamsville is just 3 miles from the campground, offering a general store and fuel station.Important Notices
- Click here for more information on the Mark Twain National Forest.
- Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.
Available Activities
- WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE - Historic Sites
- BOATING - Boating
Directions
From Poplar Bluff, take Highway 67 north for 14 miles, then drive west on Highway 49 for 9 miles (about 3 miles past the town of Williamsville). Take the first right after crossing the Black River to enter Markham Springs Recreation Area.
Contact Information
Rt 1 Box 144BWilliamsville, MO 63967
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 30, Loop Birch, Type Rv Electric
- Site 25, Loop Birch, Type Rv Electric
- Site 06, Loop Sycamore, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop River, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 22, Loop Birch, Type Rv Electric
- Site 31, Loop Birch, Type Rv Electric
- Site 10, Loop Sycamore, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop Sycamore, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 18, Loop River, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop River, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 32, Loop Birch, Type Rv Electric
- Site 28, Loop Birch, Type Rv Electric
- Site 04, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 20, Loop River, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 14, Loop River, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Pavilion, Loop , Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site 16, Loop River, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 01, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 19, Loop River, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 21, Loop Birch, Type Rv Electric
- Site 27, Loop Birch, Type Rv Electric
- Site 09, Loop Sycamore, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 13, Loop River, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 29, Loop Birch, Type Rv Electric
- Site 08, Loop Sycamore, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 24, Loop Birch, Type Rv Electric
- Site 26, Loop Birch, Type Rv Electric
- Site 17, Loop River, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 23, Loop Birch, Type Rv Electric
- Site 07, Loop Sycamore, Type Standard Nonelectric
