
Council Bluff Recreation Area
Potosi, Missouri(View other Potosi area campgrounds)
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Ownership: US Forest ServiceOfficial website: fs.fed.us
Posted by: MountainMan on January 2, 2006
Description
Wild Boar Campground has 39 single sites, 7 double sites, 9 walk-in sites, and 4 group sites, each with table, fire ring, lantern post and (except for walk-in sites) a parking spur. Some sites will accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.On-site host will assist you.Open May 1 through October 15.Directions
From Potosi, MO go south 13 miles on Hwy P. Turn right on Hwy C, go?1/4 mile; turn left on Hwy DD. It's about 7 miles to the entrance. Turn at the sign and follow the paved access road.Activities
Swimming/water play: Chapel Hill Beach. Open May 26 - September 10.Changing rooms, flush toilets, water fountains, body showers, and a sand beach are provided. A small play area with slide and climbing structure is adjacent to the beachNo lifeguard on duty.Picnicking:14 single sites, 2 double (one is barrier-free)each with table and grill. Day use fee: $3 per standard vehicle; $12 per bus. Season pass $20. Pavilion can be reserved through ReserveUSA.com for $34.00 per day.Hiking: 13-mile trail circles the lake along the shore, linking Wild Boar Hollow Boat Launch and Chapel Hill.Hunting: During the official season, wildfowl hunting is permitted on Council Bluff Lake; blinds and decoys must be removed daily. The Enough Fields at the south end of the lake provide upland game.Fishing: Lake is stocked with largemouth bass, catfish, bluegill, crappie, and redear sunfish.Boating: A ""no-wake"" policy is in effect.Guidebooks
- The U.S.A. Comprehensive Public Camping Guide (Lower 48), Vol. 6: Arkansas, Iowa, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri
- The Best in Tent Camping: Missouri and the Ozarks
Services
No electric or water hookups,showers available from May 26 to Septmeber 10, or dump station facilities.Drinking water and vault toilets are conveniently located.Reservation info
Reserve through ReserveUSA.comFees
Nightly fees for single sites are $8; double sites are $16; group sites are $25.Outdoor activities nearby
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