Ray Behrens
Closed — Closed for the season. Camping reservations for the 2026 season are delayed until February 15, 2026, due to ongoing infrastructure repair and replacement projects.
From Recreation.gov
Camping reservations for the 2026 season will be delayed until February 15, 2026, due to ongoing infrastructure repair/replacement projects. Campers are encouraged to continue planning for the upcoming recreation season. This delay is a precautionary measure to reduce the need to cancel reservations if work is not completed by the expected date.
About
Ray Behrens is a scenic campground and recreation area located on the southeastern shores of Mark Twain Lake in north-central Missouri. The campground features 165 campsites divided into three loops: Deer Run, Little Bluestem, and Cedar Ridge. All sites include electric hookups with 20/30/50 amp service. Flush restrooms and showers are conveniently located near every campsite, and the facility includes a marina, playgrounds, and a group shelter. The Salt River is dammed to form the 18,000-acre Mark Twain Lake, which provides excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, and hunting. The campground is named after Ray Behrens and sits within the Mark Twain Lake project area managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Nearby attractions include the village of Florida, where Mark Twain was born, and Hannibal, about 25 miles east, where visitors can tour the author's boyhood home.
Directions
From Hannibal, travel west on Highway 36 for 17 miles, turn south onto Route J and go 12 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $24 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 107ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 107ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| marktwaininfo@usace.army.mil | |
| Phone | +1 (573) 735-4097 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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