RAY BEHRENS
federal · MONROE CITY, MO
- dump station0.6 mi
- fuel station5.9 mi
Data Source: Recreation.gov
About
Overview Ray Behrens Campground offers spacious campsites and convenient access to some of Mark Twain Lake's most popular recreation amenities. Whether you're spending the weekend camping or just visiting for the day, you'll enjoy easy access to the nearby boat ramp, marina, fish cleaning station, hiking trails, playgrounds, and day-use area. Looking to cool off? Spalding Beach is just 7 miles north on Highway J! Recreation Ray Behrens Campground offers spacious campsites and convenient access to some of Mark Twain Lake's most popular recreation amenities. Whether you're spending the weekend camping or just visiting for the day, you'll enjoy easy access to the nearby boat ramp, marina, fish cleaning station, hiking trails, playgrounds, and day-use area. Looking to cool off? Spalding Beach is just 7 miles north on Highway J! Facilities Ray Behrens Campground has three loops: Deer Run, Little Bluestem and Cedar Ridge. All campsites come with electric hookups. Showers and accessible flush toilets are in close proximity of every site. The park also features a marina and playgrounds. Natural Features The Salt River flows through rolling hills of north-central Missouri, where it is dammed to form the 18,000-acre Mark Twain Lake. A variety of recreation areas surround the lake, including the Mark Twain State Park. Nearby Attractions Beside the lake is the village of Florida, where Mark Twain was born. Twenty-five miles east is the town of Hannibal, where visitors can tour the author's boyhood home.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 0.6 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 5.9 mi
fuel station
Casey's General Store
- 17 mi
grocery
County Market Grocery Store
- 1.2 mi
attraction
Viewpoint
- 1.5 mi
recreation site
Boat launch
Contact & access
- 20642 HIGHWAY J · MONROE CITY, MO 63456-9359
- 573-735-4097
Reservations & demand
October weekends are typically reserved about 31 days ahead.
Based on 324 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.
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Source and verification
Last verified: 10/11/2026
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