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PINEWOODS LAKE REC AREA

Ellsinore, Missouri · USDA Forest Service

Lake/water
PINEWOODS LAKE REC AREA — official Recreation.gov photo

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About

Pinewoods Lake Recreation Area sits next to Pinewoods Lake in southeastern Missouri. It is an ideal location to enjoy lake fishing and scenic trails.The lake is located on the southeastern quadrant of the Mark Twain National Forest. The area is densely wooded.Ellsinore is the closest city to the campground, just 3 miles away, with a few dining options, a grocery store and fuel station.A 1.3-mile walking trail surrounds the lake. Most of the trail has a concrete surface and is accessible. The entire trail is relatively flat, with no difficult sections. Circling the 32-acre lake, the trail provides views of the lake, songbirds and wildlife, and an abundance of wildflowers. The lake offers a floating fishing pier and a concrete boat ramp. Anglers can enjoy fishing for bass, sunfish and catfish.The day-use picnic shelter can accommodate up to 75 people. It is equipped with tables and large grills. Accessible vault toilets are provided. Trash collection service is not available; visitors must carry out all garbage.

Directions

From Poplar Bluff, Missouri, go 7 miles north on U.S. Highway 67, then travel 16 miles east on U.S. Highway 60.

Location

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Details

State
Missouri
City / area
Ellsinore
Agency
USDA Forest Service
Parent area
Mark Twain National Forest
Campsites
16
Reservable
Yes
Typical price
$15–$50 / night
Rating
2.00 / 5 (1 reviews on Recreation.gov)
Equipment
See Recreation.gov

Reserve on Recreation.gov

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