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Frank Russell

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

Featured amenities

Showers
Showers
Playground
Playground

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

Campground Amenities

  • Showers
    Showers
  • Dump Station
    Dump Station
  • Playground
    Playground

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
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Oct
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Currently open - Apr 3 to Nov 22

Sites & Availability

72 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 #061, Loop: Equestrian campsites
50 Amp · Electric Only
$24.00
/ per night
#062, Loop: Equestrian campsites
8 guests · Campfire
$24.00
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🚐 #063, Loop: Equestrian campsites
50 Amp · Electric Only
$24.00
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🚐 #064, Loop: Equestrian campsites
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 #065, Loop: Equestrian campsites
50 Amp · Electric Only
$24.00
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🚐 #066, Loop: Equestrian campsites
50 Amp · Electric Only
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#067, Loop: Equestrian campsites
8 guests · Campfire
$24.00
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🚐 001, Loop: JOAN
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🚐 002, Loop: JOAN
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🚐 007, Loop: JOAN
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🚐 008, Loop: JOAN
Electric Only
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🚐 009, Loop: JOAN
30 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 010, Loop: JOAN
30 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 011, Loop: JOAN
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🚐 012, Loop: JOAN
30 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 013, Loop: JOAN
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🚐 014, Loop: JOAN
Electric Only
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🚐 015, Loop: JOAN
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🚐 016, Loop: JOAN
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🚐 017, Loop: JOAN
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🚐 030, Loop: FRID
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🚐 046A, Loop: FRID
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🚐 057, Loop: FRID
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Reviews (251)

What Guests Are Saying

Frank Russell campground is highly praised for its clean, spacious, and well-maintained sites, including level concrete pads with full hookups and ample room for privacy. Visitors appreciate the beautiful surroundings, well-kept trails, and facilities, making it a favorite for camping with horses and enjoying outdoor activities. While some noted issues like noise from neighboring sites and the need for more on-site staff, overall, guests express a strong desire to return and recommend the campground for a relaxing experience.

Review Summary

4.5
251 reviews
5
60.2%
151
4
30.3%
76
3
7.2%
18
2
2.0%
5
1
0.4%
1

Jamie W

Verified

October 22, 2020 Stayed at: #066, Loop: Equestrian campsites

4

We were not able to make it.

Edward Y

Verified

October 20, 2020 Stayed at: 023, Loop: CVIE

4

clean rest rooms trash picked up and online reservation was easy

Edward Y

Verified

October 20, 2020 Stayed at: 023, Loop: CVIE

4

the reservation was easy, restrooms clean and trash was picked up.

Ryan H

Verified

October 19, 2020 Stayed at: 040, Loop: FRID

5

Great place this was our 2nd time there this year. We just starting camping this year.
The archery range is a fantastic activity. Really enjoyed the 3D range
The restrooms could use a little touch. No hooks to hang towels and clothes but other than that great place will definitely be back

Leland B

Verified

October 13, 2020 Stayed at: 028, Loop: CVIE

4

This is very nice place to camp,and ranger very nice and friendly,clean shower houses, just didn't like the water hydrants being off.But wasn't to inconvenient.

Wayne K

Verified

October 9, 2020 Stayed at: 041, Loop: FRID

4

Only stayed one night at site 41 but it was pretty good. A little view of the lake through the woods.

John R

Verified

October 8, 2020 Stayed at: 040, Loop: FRID

5

Pretty campsites.

Gary M

Verified

October 4, 2020 Stayed at: 047B, Loop: FRID

4

Always find a nice and relaxing time in nice people to talk to you I've always had a nice experience camping there

angela h

Verified

September 27, 2020 Stayed at: 060, Loop: FRID

5

great park must stay!

Bradley H

Verified

September 21, 2020 Stayed at: 022, Loop: CVIE

4

Nice, clean campground. Camp hosts were very nice.

Location Frank Russell

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

Latitude & Longitude: 39.5356 / -91.6475

Elevation: 212 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Firewood restrictions are in effect to prevent the spread of invasive insects and disease; http://dontmovefirewood.org/ Click here for more information

General

Horse stalls are for Frank Russell registered campers only; Stalls are first come, first served

General

No livestock permitted in campground

General

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

General

Campsites 1-29 have 20/30 ampere service on each site.
Campsites 30-67 have 20/30/50 ampere service on each site.

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