Can you reserve a site at John C. Briscoe Group Use?

Yes, John C. Briscoe Group Use is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does John C. Briscoe Group Use have?

7 sites in total, of which 2 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at John C. Briscoe Group Use?

60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

John C. Briscoe Group Use, Missouri — 2 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

The scenic John C. "Jack" Briscoe Group area, previously named the M.W. Boudreaux Group Area, is an ideal place for families and groups to explore and enjoy Mark Twain Lake.

More than 2 million visitors travel to the Mark Twain lake region to enjoy the overall magnetism of the area, thanks in part to the author's beloved classics, "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and sequel, "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn."

Recreation

Fishing, boating and hunting are very popular at John C. Briscoe. Deer and turkey are common wildlife, and bass is the most popular catch in the lake.

Facilities

The John C. "Jack" Briscoe Group Use Area includes the entire campground, excluding the picnic shelter. The campsites offer paved parking for RVs, a shaded area for tent campers and an open area for sporting activities. All sites have electric hookups.

Natural Features

Mark Twain lake is large reservoir fed by the waters of the Salt River in northern Missouri. A variety of recreation areas line the lake, in addition to Mark Twain State Park on the western edge of the lake.

Nearby Attractions

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.

The facts

2 bookable sites
7 sites in total, including non-bookable
1 site for day use only
1 accessible site
Vehicles up to 60 ft
Up to 200 people per site
Loops: GRUP, MB04

Site types

5 Management
1 Group Shelter Electric
1 Group Standard Electric

Amenities

Electric hookups
Shade

Not recorded upstream: water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, pets allowed.

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7 campsites at John C. Briscoe Group Use

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
GRP2	GRUP	Management	Back In	Paved	60 ft	24
GRP3	GRUP	Management	Back In	Paved	60 ft	24
GRP4	GRUP	Management	Back In	Paved	50 ft	32
GRP5	GRUP	Management	Back In	Paved	50 ft	24
GRP6	GRUP	Management	Back In	Paved	50 ft	24
Group Campground	GRUP	Group Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	200
GS1	MB04	Group Shelter Electric	Back In	Paved	—	125	♿

Getting there

From Hannibal, MO, travel west on highway 36 for 17 miles, then continue south on Route J and head south 10 miles. From Perry, travel north on Rt. J for 9 miles.

39.51889, -91.64583 · 39°31'8.0"N 91°38'45.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	1.9	2.1	2.7	4.3	5.1	4.9	4.4	4.0	4.0	3.5	2.6	2.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about John C. Briscoe Group Use

Can you reserve a site at John C. Briscoe Group Use?: Yes, John C. Briscoe Group Use is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does John C. Briscoe Group Use have?: 7 sites in total, of which 2 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at John C. Briscoe Group Use?: 60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Does John C. Briscoe Group Use have hookups?: Electric.

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Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-30.

John C. Briscoe Group Use