Pinewoods Lake Rec Area
Campground · Missouri · 16 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
- 16
- Bookable sites
- up to 75
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 843 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Pinewoods Lake Recreation Area sits next to Pinewoods Lake in southeastern Missouri. It is an ideal location to enjoy lake fishing and scenic trails.Recreation
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.
Facilities
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.Natural Features
The lake is located on the southeastern quadrant of the Mark Twain National Forest. The area is densely wooded.Nearby Attractions
Ellsinore is the closest city to the campground, just 3 miles away, with a few dining options, a grocery store and fuel station.The facts
- 16 bookable sites
- 1 site for day use only
- 1 accessible site
- Up to 75 people per site
- Loops: PINE, Pinewoods
Site types
- 15 Standard Nonelectric
- 1 Group Picnic Area
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
16 campsites at Pinewoods Lake Rec Area
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinewoods Pavilion | PINE | Group Picnic Area | — | Paved | Lakefront | — | 75 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 01 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 02 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 16 | 🐾 |
| 03 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 04 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 05 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 06 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 07 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 16 | 🐾 |
| 08 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 09 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 16 | 🐾 |
| 11 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | Pinewoods | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 16 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Poplar Bluff, Missouri, go 7 miles north on U.S. Highway 67, then travel 16 miles east on U.S. Highway 60.
36.91917, -90.78389 · 36°55'9.0"N 90°47'2.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.3 | 3.6 | 4.8 | 5.6 | 5.3 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.9 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 4.6 | 4.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 12.9 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 Pinewoods Lake Rec Area
- Can you reserve a site at Pinewoods Lake Rec Area?
- Yes, Pinewoods Lake Rec Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Pinewoods Lake Rec Area have?
- 16 sites.
- Are pets allowed at Pinewoods Lake Rec Area?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Pinewoods Lake Rec Area.
- Are campfires allowed at Pinewoods Lake Rec Area?
- Campfires are allowed at Pinewoods Lake Rec Area. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Pinewoods Lake Rec Area
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- Watercress 14.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- River Road Park 14.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Piedmont Park 15.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Webb Creek Park 16 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Pinewoods Lake Recreation Area 0.6 mi · Campground
- Markham Springs Recreation Area 10.8 mi · Campground
- Big Spring Entrance Station 12.2 mi · Visitor Center
- Hendrickson Boat Launch 17.2 mi · Facility
- Deer Leap Recreation Area 17.8 mi · Campground
Contact
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-22.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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