Mark Twain National Forest
 

Welcome to Mark Twain National Forest

(image) 2 individuals kayaking on the riverMark Twain National Forest’s 1.5 million acres through 29 southern and central Missouri counties is known for its rivers and trails.

Established in 1938 through the Weeks Act, which celebrates 100 years in 2011, Mark Twain National Forest continues to offer summer recreation activities as it restores Missouri’s great outdoors.

Features

Forest Visitors Can Now Buy Permits and Passes Online

(image) Buying permits online

Mark Twain National Forest now offering online permit and pass purchasing through Kinsail Corporation.


Volunteers needed to continue to Document Historic Trail of Tears

Volunteers in 2010 kicked off documenting Trail of Tears through Mark Twain National Forest

 Mark Twain National Forest is looking for volunteers to continue to document historic Trail of Tears on Mark Twain National Forest’s Poplar Bluff Ranger District March 26-31, 2012, including weekends.

Spotlights

Mark Twain National Forest Wild Fires History

(image) Wildfire

Mark Twain National Forest Wild Fires History, including average wild fire sizes and information about the two forest fire seasons.

Geocachers Enjoy Treasure Hunt

Travis and Cindy stop for a photo while they treasure hunt geocache on Mark Twain National Forest

Two geocachers enjoy treasure hunting on Mark Twain National Forest’s Potosi Ranger District