Eleven Point/Doniphan Area
The Eleven Point Ranger District takes its name from the Eleven Point River, designated a National Wild and Scenic River in 1968.
Some unique features of the Eleven Point Ranger District include Greer Spring which is the largest spring on National Forest land and the Scenic Eleven Point River. Floating offers spectacular close-up views of rocky bluffs, springs, vegetation, birds and animals.
Camping is permitted on gravel bars as well as in one of seven (7) primitive campgrounds accessible only by boat.
Other recreation opportunities include: hunting, hiking, wildlife watching, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing and camping.
The district has four (4) developed campgrounds, seven (7) primitive float camps, over (10) ten undeveloped camping areas located throughout the district, and many other special attractions like rivers and springs.
If your interest is tubing, tubing is popular at Deer Leap, Float Camp, and Watercress Campgrounds.
If your interest is in hiking, there is over 122 miles of trail available ranging from ½ mile easy loop trails to several days journey on the Ozark Trail or 18 miles located in the Irish wilderness.
General Information
Fees are Charged At:
Day Use Fees
- Current River
- Dear Leap
- Float Camp
- Watercress - group picnic area
Camping Fees
- Current River
- Dear Leap
- Watercress
- Eleven Point River
- Greer Crossing
Reservations Needed At:
Day Use Reservations
- Float Camp - group picnic area
Passes & Permits
Trails
- No permits are needed to access nonmotorized trails
Wilderness Areas
- No permits are needed to access Wilderness Areas
- Commercial use will not be permitted.
- Special uses will not be permitted, except for access to surrounded private property.
Hunting and Fishing
- Hunting and/or Fishing permits are available from Missouri Department of Conservation
Day Use Fees
Day use fees can be paid on-site using the provided fee tubes.
- At the site, fees must be paid using cash or check, no credit card machines are available at any sites.
- Annual and Lifetime passes can be purchased in advance to cover day use fees at USDA Forest Service operated sites.
Camping Discount
- There is a 50% discount for camping for anyone with an Interagency Access or Senior Pass.
- The discount applies only to the fee for the campsite physically occupied by the pass holder, not to any additional fee or campsite(s) occupied by members of the pass holder's party.
Rentals & Guides
Livery and guide services are offered in this area, under special use permit, for:
- Canoeing/Paddling
- Eleven Point River,
- Current River,
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
For specific guide information visit the river or activity page.
Complexes
The Lazy C connects to the McCormack Lake Ozark Trail spur at the McCormack Lake Day Use Area. The McCormack Lake Ozark Trail spur connects to the Eleven Point section of the Ozark Trail.
McCormack Lake Recreation Area is surrounded by maple trees.
The day use area is an open area surrounded by shade trees with views of McCormack Lake.
The Eleven Point River Section of the Ozark Trail is located in Oregon County MO running east and west about 20 miles south of Winona, MO.
The Between the Rivers Section of the Ozark Trail provides the necessary connection between the Current and Eleven Point Rivers. In addition to traversing impressive stands of white oak, shortleaf pine, and scarlet oak, the trail offers pleasant views of the surrounding countryside. Look into the past when nearing Bristol Cemetery or explore the lichen covered boulder field at Devil's Run.
This trailhead provides access to the Between the Rivers Section of the Ozark Trail (OT). This is a small circular parking area that can fit a couple trucks and trail
This trail head is located on Forest Service Road 3152. It is the southern most trailhead on the Between the Rivers Section of the Ozark Trail. There
The Sinking Trailhead provides access to the middle of the Between the Rivers Section of the Ozark Trail. There is an old cabin and fire lookout tower near the trailh
Eleven Point River Section of the Ozark Trail is located in Oregon County MO running east and west about 20 miles south of Winona, MO. It has several lookout points for the Eleven Point River.
As you exit the highway, the campground is located to the left with campsites located off of a loop road that circles through the campground.
The day use area is an open area surrounded by shade trees with views of McCormack Lake.
This trailhead provides access to the Eleven Point River Section of the Ozark Trail.
Recreation Sites
Barn Hollow Float Camp
Bay Nothing Gravel Boat Launch
Boze Mill Float Camp
Brawley Pond Trailhead
Camp Five Pond Trailhead
Cane Bluff River Access
Current River
Deer Leap Recreation Area
Eleven Point National Wild and Scenic River
Falling Springs Picnic Ground