Frank Russell
Frank Russell Campground offers spacious campsites and convenient access to a variety of recreation opportunities. Visitors can enjoy playgrounds, a designated fishing pond, scenic shoreline trails, a bike trail, and a multipurpose equestrian trail with a designated equestrian camping area and horse corral. The Archery Park features a static range, an elevated 3D target course, and a fitness trail with integrated archery shooting lanes. For boating and swimming, Spalding Recreation Area, featuring a boat ramp and swimming beach, is located just 4 miles north on Highway J.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 65 |
| equestrian electric | 7 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
72 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 021 | CVIE | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 022 | CVIE | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 023 | CVIE | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 024 | CVIE | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 025 | CVIE | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 026 | CVIE | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Full | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 027 | CVIE | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Full | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 028 | CVIE | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 029 | CVIE | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| #061 | Equestrian campsites | Equestrian Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | 20/30 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 88 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Check-in Time:05:00 PM; Checkout Time:4:00 PM |
Adjacent to the campground, equestrian campers can make use of the shaded horse stalls. Campsites are equipped with electric hookups, paved parking, grills and picnic tables. Other amenities include showers, playgrounds and vault toilets.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Hannibal - Hwy 36 west 17 miles to Hwy J, south 9 miles. From Monroe City - Hwy 36 east 3 miles to Hwy J, south 9 miles. From Paris - Hwy 154 east 20 miles to Hwy J (Perry), north 10 miles. From Perry - Hwy J north 10 miles.
| Nearest town | Monroe City, Missouri |
| Coordinates | 39.5356° N, 91.6475° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 2 mi |
| RV sales & service | Gander RV of Columbia ↗ | 49.6 mi |
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FRANK RUSSELL CAMPGROUND / CLOSED 2 YEARS / NEWLY RENOVATED / COMPLETE REVIEW OF ALL SITES
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Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Mark Twain Lake is sourced by the Salt River in northeast Missouri. The Clarence Cannon Dam sits on the eastern edge of the lake, providing flood control and hydroelectricity to the region.
Nearby
While here, many visitors tour the birthplace of world-famous humorist and author, Mark Twain, in Florida, Missouri. The David C. Berti Shooting Range is below the dam and the M.W. Boudreaux Visitor Center is located on the south end of the Dam.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Frank Russell?
Sites at Frank Russell are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Frank Russell?
Check-in Time:05:00 PM; Checkout Time:4:00 PM
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Frank Russell?
Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Frank Russell have?
72 sites, including 65 standard sites with power and 7 equestrian electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Frank Russell?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Frank Russell have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Frank Russell?
Other amenities include showers, playgrounds and vault toilets.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Frank Russell?
Yes, pets are allowed at Frank Russell. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Frank Russell?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Frank Russell?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is the nearest town to Frank Russell?
Monroe City, Missouri. While here, many visitors tour the birthplace of world-famous humorist and author, Mark Twain, in Florida, Missouri.
Source: Getting there
What if Frank Russell is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are John C. Briscoe Group Use (1.2 mi), Ray Behrens (1.6 mi), and Indian Creek (4.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby