Fishing

There are many locations on the Mark Twain National Forest to fish. 

We ask that all visitors adhere to Missouri Department of Conservation seasons, hours, license requirements and limits when fishing on National Forest System land.

Camping 

Dispersed Camping

• No camping for more than 14 days in a 30- day period.
• No leaving camping equipment for longer than 14 days in a 30-day period.

View the Forest Order for Occupancy and Use for more information. Specific information for each campground is available under Passes / Permits / Restrictions on campground website pages.

Lake and Pond Fishing

Common lake and pond fish include largemouth bass, sunfish, channel catfish, and panfish. For information on permits, regulations, and seasons visit the Missouri Department of Conservation website.

River and Stream Fishing

Common river and stream fish include smallmouth bass, longear sunfish, bluegill, goggle-eye (rock bass), suckers,  largemouth bass, and trout. For information on permits, regulations, and seasons visit the Missouri Department of Conservation website.

Fishing guide services operating under a special use permit on the Eleven Point and Current Rivers:

• Tightline Fishing Guide Services

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Bar-K Wrangler Camp

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Bar-K Wrangler Camp is a quiet campground located on the west bank of Swan Creek and serves as a Trailhead for the Swan Creek Trails.  The campground is used frequently by equestrians. Whether you…

Barn Hollow Float Camp

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Barn Hollow Float Camp is on the left bank of the Eleven Point National Scenic River. This camp is located 10.4 miles downriver of Greer Crossing. Access is by river only.Canoes may be launched…

Bay Nothing Gravel Boat Launch

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The Bay Nothing Gravel Boat Launch is situated on the east bank of the Current River and provides a gravel boat launch for motorized and non-motorized boats. This access is less developed and smaller…

Beaver Lake Recreation Area

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Beaver Lake is 15 acres in size. Primitive camping is allowed but no facilities are provided. There is a gravel ramp for boat access. The lake has been stocked with channel catfish, bluegill, redear…

Big Bay Recreation Area

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Big Bay Recreation Area is set in a red cedar and hardwood forest on the shore of beautiful 43,000-acre Table Rock Lake, a premier vacation spot in the Ozarks. The facility features; picnicking,…

Big Piney River

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This is a great, family-friendly river for those looking for a leisurely trip with beautiful scenery. The river is fed by numerous springs and is usually floatable year-round, unless it’s been…

Bookers Bend

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Bookers Bend Access is a small gravel boat/canoe access for the Big Piney River.Upriver you can start from East Gate or Crossroads River Access. From East Gate to Bookers Bend is 11 miles, from…

Boze Mill Float Camp

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Boze Mill Float Camp, located on the Eleven Point National Scenic River, can be accessed from the river or down a short path from a parking area. Boze Mill Spring forms a sparkling blue pool which…

Cane Bluff River Access

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Cane Bluff River Access is located on the left side of the Eleven Point National Scenic River. This upper section of the river is small and is comfortably floated in the spring season.Cane Bluff…

Council Bluff Recreation Area

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The Council Bluff Recreation Area, located next to the largest lake on the Mark Twain National Forest, is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the outdoors. The area provides ample opportunities for…