U.S. Forest Service · Mark Twain National Forest · Bunker, MO

Loggers Lake Campground

Located deep in the interior forests of Shannon County, Logger's Lake Campground is situated along the southeast shore of Logger's Lake. Constructed in 1942, this spring-fed lake is maintained as a fishery and is a destination for anglers looking for non-motorized boating and quiet bank fishing.

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Loggers Lake CampgroundLoggers Lake CampgroundCouple taking dog for a ride in a canoeLoggers Lake Campground
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Site mix

Standard, no hookups10
Host/management1
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

10 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadeWaterfrontPeople / vehiclesFiresAccessibleRating
005Back-in40PavedPartialLakefront8 / 2YesStandard
006Back-in40PavedPartialLakefront8 / 2YesStandard
007Back-in40PavedPartialLakefront8 / 2YesStandard
008Back-in40PavedPartialLakefront8 / 2YesStandard
009Back-in40PavedPartialLakefront8 / 2YesStandard
010Back-in40PavedPartialLakefront8 / 2YesYesStandard
011Back-in40PavedPartialLakefront8 / 2YesStandard
012Back-in40PavedPartialLakefront8 / 2YesStandard
013Back-in40PavedPartialLakefront8 / 2YesYesStandard
014Back-in40PavedPartialLakefront8 / 2YesStandard

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length40 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
Tent padsYes
Fees$5.00 for Day Use. The Group Site = GS01 $15 / night for 1 to 25 people or $30.00 / night for 26 to 50 people
AccessibilitySites 010, 013 are listed accessible

The campground area is located on the southeast lakeshore and all sites have a view of the lake, with only light vegetation in between. There are 14 sites with each site offering a table, fire ring, tent pad, and some offer lantern posts. Drinking water and vault toilets are centrally located. There are two boat ramps, and a barrier-free fishing pier. Group camping is available at Oak Knoll.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Season & status

StatusClosed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date.
ForestMark Twain National Forest
BookingReservation needed for camping sites- Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance of visit. Reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance of visit.
FeesDay Use $5/vehicle per day. Camping Single, nonelectric: $15/night. There is a 50% discount for camping for anyone with an Interagency Access or Senior Pass. Interagency passes cover the full day use fees.
RulesDogs must be on a 6 foot leash in the campground. Fireworks are prohibited. Campground: Fees will be paid at the fee tube provided. The Host cannot accept the fees. Campsite parking allows for two vehicles per site. Park only in designated parking areas. No more than 8 people are permitted at single sites (16 for double sites). Only collect dead and downed wood for campfires.

Mark Twain National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Loggers Lake Campground30°40°50°60°70°80°January: 2.66 inches of precipitation, 1.0 inches of snowFebruary: 3.60 inches of precipitation, 2.6 inches of snowMarch: 4.08 inches of precipitation, 1.4 inches of snowApril: 4.83 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowMay: 6.16 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJune: 4.28 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJuly: 4.60 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 4.35 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 3.79 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 3.28 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowNovember: 4.06 inches of precipitation, 0.2 inches of snowDecember: 3.46 inches of precipitation, 0.4 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 32.8°F averageFebruary: 36.3°F averageMarch: 45.8°F averageApril: 55.5°F averageMay: 64.2°F averageJune: 72.7°F averageJuly: 77.2°F averageAugust: 75.5°F averageSeptember: 67.5°F averageOctober: 55.9°F averageNovember: 45.0°F averageDecember: 35.5°F average0 in2 in4 in6 in8 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Round Spring 2Sw, 12 miles from the campground at 829 feet, station USC00237309 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 49 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 6 inches a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

From the junction of MO A Hwy and Hwy 72, go 1/4 mile west on A Hwy to Dent Co Rd 565 (Lincoln Ave). Go south on 565, 6 miles to FR 2193. Turn left on 2193 for 1 mile to Logger's Lake.

Nearest townBunker, Missouri
Coordinates37.3800° N, 91.2700° W · Directions ↗

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗8.5 mi
Outdoor gearAlley Spring Store ↗18.9 mi
RV sales & serviceBourbon RV ↗53.4 mi

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Worth a stop

  • 0.7 mi
    Loggers Lake Trail
    1.3 mi trail · hiking, bike
  • 1 mi
    Ll-Rock Spring Spur
    0.3 mi trail · hiking, bike
  • 3.7 mi
    Blair Creek Trailhead Spur
    0.07 mi trail · hiking, bike
  • 4.3 mi
    Blair Creek Fen Spur
    under 0.1 mi trail · hiking

Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.

Public land it sits in

On Wilderness Atlas →

Mark Twain National Forest begins about 1.3 miles away, and it is the closest of these.

Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.

On the National Register nearby

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Natural features

The campground is located on 22-acre, spring-fed Logger's Lake. A variety of colorful vegetation, clear creeks and springs provide a picturesque setting.

Recreation

Logger's Lake offers good fishing for large-mouth bass, sunfish and channel catfish. The Day Use area has a small swim beach, boat ramp, picnic tables, and grills.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Loggers Lake Campground?

Sites at Loggers Lake Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservation needed for camping sites- Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance of visit. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

How much does it cost to camp at Loggers Lake Campground?

$5.00 for Day Use. The Group Site = GS01 $15 / night for 1 to 25 people or $30.00 / night for 26 to 50 people

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Loggers Lake Campground?

Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is Loggers Lake Campground open right now?

Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Loggers Lake Campground have?

11 sites, including 10 standard sites without power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Loggers Lake Campground?

The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Are pets allowed at Loggers Lake Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Loggers Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Loggers Lake Campground?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Dogs must be on a 6 foot leash in the campground.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there accessible sites at Loggers Lake Campground?

Sites 010 and 013 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

What is there to do at Loggers Lake Campground?

Logger's Lake offers good fishing for large-mouth bass, sunfish and channel catfish. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Loggers Lake Campground?

Bunker, Missouri.

Source: Getting there

What if Loggers Lake Campground is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Round Spring (10.1 mi), Pulltite (12.1 mi), and Two Rivers (12.9 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby