Deer Leap Recreation Area

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Mark Twain National Forest
10 sites · RV, Tent

Tubing down a river pretty much screams summer vacation, and if you have access to a river for tubing you damn well better get in on that action!

Well...tadaaa! The Deer Leap Recreation Area! Here you’ve got a small primitive camping area along the banks of the Current River where you can float the days away on the water with pleasant gravel side bars for resting and picnicking. Evenings back at camp can be spent around the campfire ring, drying out and enjoying the summer stars, aka living the good life.
What this place offers
Campfire allowed
Pets allowed
No showers
Toilets
Potable water
Picnic tables
No sewage hookups
No electric hookups
First come, first served
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What this place offers
Campfire allowed
Pets allowed
No showers
Toilets
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Picnic tables
No sewage hookups
No electric hookups

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