Watercress

1420 Maud St., Poplar Bluff, Missouri, United States
WATERCRESS
Watercress
WATERCRESS
WATERCRESS
WATERCRESS

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
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About Watercress

***Watercress sustained substantial damage to the pavilions during the 2017 flood, they are not reservable at this time, however the boat ramp is still open for public use.*** Watercress Campground lies on the banks one of the forest’s greatest treasures; the Current River. Floats on the river provide views of southeastern Missouri that otherwise can't be seen. The area is home to a variety of birds and wildlife and recreation opportunities are plentiful in the surrounding area.

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2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Pavilion
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
  • River Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Regina D

June 6, 2026

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The electric didn't work. It rained the night before and the water pooled in the middle of the floor, had to squeegee it off before we could use it. Other than that it was good.

Location & Directions for Watercress

1420 Maud St., Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 United States

Elevation: 144 ft

Getting There

From Highway 60, drive north on Main Street to the National Park Service sign on Watercress Road. Turn north and drive just past the Park Service building complex, then make a left to Watercress Recreation Area. The picnic shelters are on the left...

Nearest town

Poplar Bluff, MO - 44 mi

About 50 min to downtown

Highway access

Watercress is accessible from Highway 60, which is a major road in the vicinity.

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