Ray Behrens
Ray Behrens Campground offers spacious campsites and convenient access to some of Mark Twain Lake's most popular recreation amenities. Whether you're spending the weekend camping or just visiting for the day, you'll enjoy easy access to the nearby boat ramp, marina, fish cleaning station, hiking trails, playgrounds, and day-use area. Looking to cool off? Spalding Beach is just 7 miles north on Highway J!
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 165 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 102 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
166 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 | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 117 | CRID | Electric | Back-in | 62 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 118 | CRID | Electric | Back-in | 83 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 119 | CRID | Electric | Back-in | 78 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 120 | CRID | Electric | Back-in | 59 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 122 | CRID | Electric | Back-in | 67 | Paved | Full | 20/30/50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 123 | CRID | Electric | Back-in | 53 | Paved | Full | 20/30/50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 124 | CRID | Electric | Back-in | 51 | Paved | Full | 20/30/50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 125 | CRID | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Full | 20/30/50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 126 | CRID | Electric | Back-in | 61 | Paved | Full | 20/30/50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 127 | CRID | Electric | Back-in | 61 | Paved | Full | 20/30/50 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 | 102 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 119, 025, S1 are listed accessible |
Ray Behrens Campground has three loops: Deer Run, Little Bluestem and Cedar Ridge. All campsites come with electric hookups. Showers and accessible flush toilets are in close proximity of every site. The park also features a marina and playgrounds.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Hannibal MO, travel west on Highway 36 for 17 miles, turn south onto Route J and go 12 miles to the campground.
| Nearest town | Monroe City, Missouri |
| Coordinates | 39.5158° N, 91.6631° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Gander RV of Columbia ↗ | 48 mi |
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Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
The Salt River flows through rolling hills of north-central Missouri, where it is dammed to form the 18,000-acre Mark Twain Lake. A variety of recreation areas surround the lake, including the Mark Twain State Park.
Nearby
Beside the lake is the village of Florida, where Mark Twain was born. Twenty-five miles east is the town of Hannibal, where visitors can tour the author's boyhood home.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Ray Behrens?
Sites at Ray Behrens are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Ray Behrens?
Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Ray Behrens have?
166 sites, including 165 standard sites with power and 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Ray Behrens?
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 Ray Behrens have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Ray Behrens?
Showers and accessible flush toilets are in close proximity of every site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Ray Behrens?
Yes, pets are allowed at Ray Behrens. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Ray Behrens?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Ray Behrens?
Sites 119, 025, and S1 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Ray Behrens?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is the nearest town to Ray Behrens?
Monroe City, Missouri. Beside the lake is the village of Florida, where Mark Twain was born.
Source: Getting there
What if Ray Behrens is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are John C. Briscoe Group Use (0.9 mi), Frank Russell (1.6 mi), and Indian Creek (4.1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby