Activities

  • fishing

    Excellent fishing awaits you at the 18,000-acre Mark Twain Lake. Click here for more information.

  • boating

    Gain access to the lake at two four-lane, concrete boat ramps located in the park. Click here for more information.

  • camping

    Basic and electric campsites are available. Click here for more information.

  • lodging

    Camper cabins are nestled in the campground. Click here for more information.

  • swimming

    Cool off in Mark Twain Lake at the park's swimming beach. Click here for more information.

  • hiking

    Hike trails through wooded areas to scenic overlooks of the lake. Click here for more information.

  • picnicking

    Enjoy a picnic lunch at one of two picnic areas with individual sites and shelter. Click here for more information.

  • Interpretive Programs

    A seasonal naturalist presents programs Memorial Day to mid-August each summer.

  • Playground

    A modern playground is located in Buzzard's Roost Picnic Area.

Park information

Nestled in the Salt River Hills of north-central Missouri, Mark Twain State Park gives visitors access to sprawling Mark Twain Lake, as well as unparalleled outdoors activities. The terrain is covered by bluffs overlooking the lake and stands of oak, hickory and maple that are filled with white-tailed deer, turkey and other wildlife. Numerous picnic areas, two four-lane boat ramps and more than six miles of hiking trails with lake views offer something for everyone.

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Park Hours

Park Grounds:
Sunrise to 10 p.m., year-round

Beach hours

May 27 through Sept. 5, 2011

Sunrise to Sunset daily 

Park Office hours

April 15 through Oct. 31
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

Nov. 1 through April 14
8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Friday through Monday

Note: These hours are under review and may change.