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Mark Twain/Greer Crossing
Overview
Greer Crossing Recreation Area is a peaceful forest getaway nestled within the sprawling Mark Twain National Forest. Unlike bustling commercial resorts, this park offers a serene, back-to-nature experience situated directly on the banks of the Eleven Point National Wild and Scenic River. It serves as a vital access point for outdoor enthusiasts who want to explore the rugged, authentic beauty of the Missouri Ozarks in a quiet, secluded environment.
Location & Surroundings
Situated just north of Alton, Missouri, the site is defined by its prime proximity to the Eleven Point River. The surrounding landscape features steep limestone bluffs and dense hardwood forests that change colors dramatically with the seasons. Located at the intersection of Highway 19 and the river, the park provides a gateway to some of the most remote and pristine wilderness areas found anywhere in the state of Missouri.
Amenities & Park Features
This park is designed specifically for a rustic camping experience. Facilities include vault toilets and access to pressurized drinking water during the peak season, though visitors should note there are no electric, water, or sewer hookups available for RVs. Each site is equipped with a sturdy picnic table and a fire ring for evening campfires. The park also features a paved boat ramp, making it a primary hub for float trips and fishing expeditions.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The crown jewel of the area is the Greer Spring Trail, located just down the road, which leads to the second-largest spring in Missouri. Visitors enjoy world-class trout fishing, canoeing, and kayaking through the scenic corridors of the national forest. The nearby Irish Wilderness offers miles of rugged hiking trails for those seeking deep solitude and wildlife viewing opportunities in a completely undisturbed natural setting.
Who This Park Is Best For
This location is ideal for self-contained RVers who prioritize scenery and silence over modern resort luxuries. It appeals heavily to paddlers and anglers looking for easy river access and hikers wanting to explore the extensive Ozark trail system. If you enjoy dry camping and want to wake up to the sound of flowing water and forest birds, this secluded forest service site is a perfect match.
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- Recreational Facilities
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- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
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- On-Site Rentals
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User Reviews
Jason Sealock
Great little access and camping area. Quiet, clean, was good trails before the flood.
Chris Saala
Awesome endurance hike.... up...down...repeat
Jeff floats
Great access point for the 11point river, campgrounds too for $10 a night!
Earl Cagle
This is a great area to spend the day. Whether it is canoeing or hiking. Very family friendly.
Jenny Johnson
1st I want to start off by saying the grounds are kept in great shape and the sites are large! There are no showers or electric sites which is great for roughing it, but there is a water spigot for the campers! We picked this small campground because it’s a put in point for a float on the Eleven Point River and since it’s small we thought it would be a nice and quite. Soooooo now for the bad part… we were there Friday night through most of the day Sunday (6/11-6/13). Never once did we see the campground host which other campers realized that too, then that lead to some of the campers wreaking havoc! Quite hrs are from 10pm-6am. I understand that people like to drink by the campfire because that’s a fun part of camping but when a drunk person starts to play a trumpet at midnight, kids running around yelling at the top of their lungs in and out of all the sites, blaring music and to top it off a loud generator going all night. Are all things that make camping NOT enjoyable!!! It was a couple of rough nights sleeping with all the chaos going on when all I wanted to do is fall asleep to noises of nature. If the campground host I would have been there I hope it they would taken care of the noisy campers so the rest of us campers would have enjoyed our stay better.