About Markham Springs
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. 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…
- Fees: **Campsites:** - Single Nonelectric - $10 - Double Nonelectric - $20 - Single Electric - $17 - Double Electric - $34 **Day Use:** - Per…
- Season: April 1, 2025
- Managed by: Mark Twain National Forest, FS
- Where: 3 mi west of Williamsville, MO · 36.97333, -90.60167
Things to do:
Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Apr–May & Sep–Oct (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Dec–Feb.
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Trails near camp
| Trail | Open to | From camp | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bubble Springs Trail | Hiking | 0.3 mi | 0.3 mi |
| Canebrake Trail | Hiking | 0.3 mi | 0.3 mi |
| Eagle Bluff Trail | Hiking | 0.4 mi | 1.5 mi |
Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.
Good to know
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From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way is bright, with a little glow low on the horizon.
Class 3 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Dump station: 15 mi
Water fill-up: 15 mi