John J. Audubon Trail

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Mark Twain National Forest

1 site · RV, Tent

John J. Audobon Trail is a 12-mile loop trail in Mark Twain National Forest. You can pitch your tent along the trail, and spend the night in the quiet, rustic land. You’ll cross Bidwell and Coldwater Creeks on your trip. Make sure you bring a map and compass, as some parts of the trail are not well marked—all part of the fun!

What this place offers

Campfire allowed

No pets allowed

No showers

No toilets

No potable water

Picnic tables

No sewage hookups

No electric hookups

First come, first served

RV, Tent

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Spring Lake Ranch

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Grams Cabin and Pops Campground

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Arcadia Valley BaseCamp

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R & T Farms

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The Magic Land Homestead

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80+ acres with over a mile of river frontage. Walking trails,Swimming, fishing, kayaking, and live music on some weekends. Tent camping or RV/camper . Campers who need electric are allowed to bring a generator. We have limited electric as of now. We are located just 2-3 miles from 3 different gas stations but are also very secluded.

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What this place offers

Campfire allowed

No pets allowed

No showers

No toilets

No potable water

Picnic tables

No sewage hookups

No electric hookups

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