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Pinewoods Lake Rec Area
FSU.S. Forest Service — POPLAR BLUFF · Missouri · Mark Twain National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Mark Twain National Forest |
| Location | POPLAR BLUFF · Missouri · Mark Twain National Forest · 36.91917, -90.78389 · Map |
| Sites | 16 public sites counted from the federal listing — 15 standard nonelectric; 1 group picnic area |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 16 sites Water hookups at 0 of 16 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 16 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 16 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 16 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-05-22.
From the official listing
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.
Directions, from the listing
From Poplar Bluff, Missouri, go 7 miles north on U.S. Highway 67, then travel 16 miles east on U.S. Highway 60.
Nearest federal campgrounds
11 mi straight-line · Williamsville MissouriFSU.S. Forest ServiceFuchs House
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11 mi straight-line · VAN BUREN MissouriFSU.S. Forest ServiceWatercress
14 mi straight-line · Poplar Bluff MissouriUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersRiver Road Park
15 mi straight-line · Piedmont Missouri
Trip Card — Pinewoods Lake Rec Area
POPLAR BLUFF · Missouri · Mark Twain National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | POPLAR BLUFF · Missouri · Mark Twain National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 16 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232420 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.