Silver Mines

Overview

Silver Mines Campground is located on the St. Francis River in the Mark Twain National Forest. It offers a variety of recreational opportunities and abundant historic and geological wonders. Recreation Parts of the river are available for swimming, while other portions provide good fishing.

Operator

National Forest

Camping types

RV, Tent

Reservations

Reservable online

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Silver Mines, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• Riverside (Einstein Mine) TrailheadTrailhead · 0.1 mi from campShow on map
• Summit Loop Trailhead (Silver Mine Rec Area)Trailhead · 0.6 mi from campShow on map
• Rockpile Mountain Trail TrailheadTrailhead · 6.4 mi from campShow on map

Mountain biking

• Ozark Trail - Wappapello SectionBike ride · 34.5 mi long · 22.2 mi from camp

  A mountain-bike route starting near Ozark Trail - Wappapello Section Southern Terminus Trailhead.

  Show on map

Scenic sights

• Bald KnobPeak · 974 ft · 2.1 mi from campShow on map
• Jayce MountainPeak · 1,345 ft · 2.6 mi from campShow on map
• Pine Rock OverlookViewpoint · 1.7 mi from campShow on map
• Cats PawWaterfall · 1.7 mi from campShow on map
• Cat's Paw OverlookViewpoint · 1.8 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Reviews

Data sources

• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.