Mark Twain National Forest
From Recreation.gov
**Notice to Campers - Greenville Campground October 2026:** During the last 3 Saturdays of October, the Greenville Campground will host the Jack O’ Lantern Jubilee Special Event. The event will take place Saturday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. During this time, the gates to the campground will be closed and no vehicle traffic will be allowed through due to pedestrian traffic. Participants will enjoy trick-or-treating through the campground. Campers are encouraged to participate in site decoration, but participation is completely voluntary. This is a family friendly event. Passing out alcoholic beverages or other adult drinks will not be allowed. This will be a highly trafficked time for the campground, so if you believe that this will affect your stay at the Greenville Campground, please make appropriate schedule changes or accommodations. Thank you for visiting the Wappapello Lake project.
Hydrologic Outlook issued June 11 at 11:45AM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
ESFEAX Missouri River at Boonville This hydrologic outlook is based on the forecast rainfall for the next 24 hours and estimated runoff from earlier rainfall. Crests may vary if actual rainfall or runoff is greater or less than anticipated. Location: Missouri River at Boonville Flood stage: 21.0 feet Latest stage: 18.0 feet at 11 AM Thursday Maximum Forecast Stage: 21.5 feet at 7 AM Monday Jun 15 Fld Obs Forecasts Location Stg Stg Day/Time Thu Fri Sat 1pm 1pm 1pm Missouri River Boonville 21.0 18.0 Thu 11am 18.1 20.8 19.6 Later statements, possibly warnings, may be issued as additional information becomes available.
Special Weather Statement issued June 11 at 1:10AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
High temperatures reaching the lower 90s this afternoon will combine with high humidity values to produce heat index readings peaking in the 100 to 105 range. This will be the 3rd consecutive day with heat index readings exceeding 100 degrees in many locations. With this being the first heat wave of the season be particularly alert to heat related illness potential and take the necessary action to protect yourself.
Lake Wind Advisory issued June 10 at 11:25PM CDT until June 11 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph expected. * WHERE...Crab Orchard and Rend Lake in Illinois, Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley in Kentucky, and Lake Wappapello in Missouri. * WHEN...From 10 AM to 8 PM CDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
Overview
Mark Twain National Forest encompasses 1.5 million acres of public land across 29 counties in southern and central Missouri's Ozarks. The forest is open and offers over 750 miles of trails for hiking, horseback, mountain biking, and motorized use, plus 350+ miles of floatable streams. Current notable closures and conditions: ALL CAVES are closed forest-wide due to White Nose Syndrome (Forest Order 09-05-21-08). The Blue Ridge Horse Trail and portions of the Ozark Trail - Current River Section on the Eleven Point District are closed due to storm damage recovery. The 1039 Fire area near Cassville remains closed after a November 2025 wildfire burned 1,200+ acres. Feral swine hunting is prohibited (management program in effect). Water levels at McCormack Lake, Beaver Lake, and Markham Springs are lower than normal. Wild Boar Ridge Campground water system is out of service (use nearby Chapen Hill). Forest-wide camping is limited to 14 days per 30-day period. The forest contains wilderness areas, the Eleven Point National Scenic River, numerous springs, glades, and karst features. Fire danger is currently moderate.
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