Frank Russell

Frank Russell Horse Corral
Group Fire Ring at Frank Russell Equestrian Campground
Campsite at Frank Russell Campground
Frank Russell Campsite

Featured amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

72 total sites

RV Sites

65 sites

About Frank Russell

Frank Russell Campground, set near the picturesque Mark Twain Lake, has a location near the dam, providing campers with easy access to the lake, river and surrounding attractions. The campground also features an amphitheater with weekly events in the summer. The lake's namesake and legendary author and humorist, Mark Twain, was born in a town beside the lake.

Number of accommodations: 72

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 3 to Nov 22

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

72 Sites Available

Site
Price
🏕️ #061, Loop: Equestrian campsites Equestrian
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available
🏕️ #062, Loop: Equestrian campsites Equestrian
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available
🏕️ #063, Loop: Equestrian campsites Equestrian
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available
🏕️ #064, Loop: Equestrian campsites Equestrian
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available
🏕️ #065, Loop: Equestrian campsites Equestrian
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available
🏕️ #066, Loop: Equestrian campsites Equestrian
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available
🏕️ #067, Loop: Equestrian campsites Equestrian
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available
🚐 001, Loop: JOAN RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 002, Loop: JOAN RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 003, Loop: JOAN RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 004, Loop: JOAN RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 005, Loop: JOAN RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 006, Loop: JOAN RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 007, Loop: JOAN RV
Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: JOAN RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: JOAN RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: JOAN RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: JOAN RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: JOAN RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 013, Loop: JOAN RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: JOAN RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: JOAN RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: JOAN RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: JOAN RV
Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: JOAN RV
Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 019A, Loop: JOAN RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 019B, Loop: JOAN RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 020A, Loop: JOAN RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 020B, Loop: JOAN RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 021, Loop: CVIE RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 022, Loop: CVIE RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 023, Loop: CVIE RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 024, Loop: CVIE RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 025, Loop: CVIE RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 026, Loop: CVIE RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 027, Loop: CVIE RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 028, Loop: CVIE RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 029, Loop: CVIE RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 030, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 031, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 032, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 033, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 034, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 035, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 036, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 037, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 038, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 039, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 040, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 041, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 042, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 043, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 044, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 045, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 046A, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 046B, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 047A, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 047B, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 048, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 049, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 050A, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 050B, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 051, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 052, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 053, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 054, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 055, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 056, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 057, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 058, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 059, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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🚐 060, Loop: FRID RV
Full Hookups
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Reviews (567)

What Guests Are Saying

Frank Russell Campground offers clean, spacious sites with full hookups and well-maintained concrete pads, making it suitable for RVs of various sizes. The campground features quiet surroundings, convenient access to biking trails, and facilities like a fishing pond and playground. While some reviewers noted minor issues such as slope on pads and limited Wi-Fi, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.5
567 reviews
5
61.2%
347
4
29.6%
168
3
7.1%
40
2
1.8%
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1
0.4%
2

DeAnna B

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 042, Loop: FRID

5

We always love camping at Frank Russell. Always clean sites, shower rooms and friendly camp host.

George B

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 053, Loop: FRID

4

It was fine. I find making ratings for this park a waste of time & just giving you some busy work so you can get a pay check. I did fine w/ o you before & I'll do just fine now. I find you to be a waste of time for this park that i have been going to for 6yr

Lance J

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 050B, Loop: FRID

5

We enjoyed camping at Frank Russell, sights are well maintained and far enough apart for privacy . Shower houses are nice and well maintained. My wife and I both enjoy antiques, Perry MO is pretty close and has several antique shops so we usually add that to our trip as well.

George B

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 053, Loop: FRID

4

It was fine. I find making ratings for this park a waste of time & just giving you some busy work so you can get a pay check. I did fine w/ o you before & I'll do just fine now. I find you to be a waste of time for this park that i have been going to for 6yr

Mark A

Verified

January 18, 2020 Stayed at: #062, Loop: Equestrian campsites

5

I camped in the equestrian campground and it was very nice. The stalls and tie up area we also nice. The trails were great. We had a great time and plan on going back a lot.

Mark A

Verified

January 18, 2020 Stayed at: #062, Loop: Equestrian campsites

5

I camped in the equestrian campground and it was very nice. The stalls and tie up area we also nice. The trails were great. We had a great time and plan on going back a lot.

Mark B

Verified

January 18, 2020 Stayed at: 040, Loop: FRID

3

We had a wonderful time camping at the Frank Russell campground. The weather cooperated, and my girlfriend didn't fill the tanks (black and grey), and actually conserved the fresh water, she's learning, LOL. The campground is very nice, well maintained and clean. The site are large and private, although many of the sites have different levels, separated by railroad ties, and the sites are quite a distance from the lake (about 700 feet). It's hard to get a clear view of the lake through the all trees, and getting to the lake to fish can be perilous, the approach to the lake is very steep and rocky in most places. Once we were able to find a smooth enough spot we did catch a lot of nice fish, crappies and white bass, even a few small stripers, with night crawlers. The campground is kind of desolate, the nearest grocery store is a half hours drive away down a few dusty (gravel) roads. It would be wise to stock up well before getting to the campground.

Mark B

Verified

January 18, 2020 Stayed at: 040, Loop: FRID

3

We had a wonderful time camping at the Frank Russell campground. The weather cooperated, and my girlfriend didn't fill the tanks (black and grey), and actually conserved the fresh water, she's learning, LOL. The campground is very nice, well maintained and clean. The site are large and private, although many of the sites have different levels, separated by railroad ties, and the sites are quite a distance from the lake (about 700 feet). It's hard to get a clear view of the lake through the all trees, and getting to the lake to fish can be perilous, the approach to the lake is very steep and rocky in most places. Once we were able to find a smooth enough spot we did catch a lot of nice fish, crappies and white bass, even a few small stripers, with night crawlers. The campground is kind of desolate, the nearest grocery store is a half hours drive away down a few dusty (gravel) roads. It would be wise to stock up well before getting to the campground.

Richard F

Verified

January 20, 2020 Stayed at: 054, Loop: FRID

5

We have always had good experiences.

Richard F

Verified

January 20, 2020 Stayed at: 054, Loop: FRID

5

We have always had good experiences.

Location Frank Russell

Address:
20642 Highway J
Monroe City, MO, 63456-9359
United States

Highway access

Access is primarily via Highway 36, which is approximately 17 miles to the west from Hannibal and 3 miles to the east from Monroe City.

Elevation: 212 feet

Distance to downtown

12 mi drive to downtown Monroe City (about 15 min)

Policies & Rules

Fires & fuel

  • Firewood restrictions are in place to protect against invasive pests and diseases. More details can be found at the provided link.
  • To protect local forests, please buy firewood locally and burn it on-site. More information is available at the provided link.

Amenities

  • Horse stalls are reserved for registered campers and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Site types & loops

  • Livestock is not allowed in the campground.

Site capacity

  • Campsites 1-29 offer 20/30 amp service, while campsites 30-67 provide 20/30/50 amp service.

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Last updated: September 7, 2026

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