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John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground in Missouri
Moderate to Book

John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground

Mark Twain Lake, Missouri

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As of October 2026, John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground is a campground in Missouri with 7 campsites. John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground is located at 39.5189ยฐ N, 91.6458ยฐ W.
people allowed on 4 of 7 sites
24
people allowed on the largest site
200

John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

  • Maximum stay: 14 nights
  • Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground

  • Standard 5
  • Group 2
  • Accessible 1
  • Hookups 7

What an RV fits

  • 50 ft3 sites
  • 60 ft3 sites

Amenities

  • showers
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Lake ยท Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, wildlife, photography.

All sites at John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RVHookupsAccess
Group CampgroundGRUPGroup20060 ftElectric-
GRP2GRUPStandard2460 ftElectric-
GRP3GRUPStandard2460 ftElectric-
GRP4GRUPStandard3250 ftElectric-
GRP5GRUPStandard2450 ftElectric-
GRP6GRUPStandard2450 ftElectric-
GS1MB04Group125-ElectricAccessible

About John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground

Overview

The scenic John C. "Jack" Briscoe Group area, previously named the M.W. Boudreaux Group Area, is an ideal place for families and groups to explore and enjoy Mark Twain Lake.

More than 2 million visitors travel to the Mark Twain lake region to enjoy the overall magnetism of the area, thanks in part to the author's beloved classics, "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and sequel, "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn."

Recreation

Fishing, boating and hunting are very popular at John C. Briscoe. Deer and turkey are common wildlife, and bass is the most popular catch in the lake.

Facilities

The John C. "Jack" Briscoe Group Use Area includes six group campsites with picnic shelters, showers and a central playground. Most sites hold a maximum of 24 to 36 people and offer paved parking for RVs, a shaded area for tent campers and an open area for sporting activities. All sites have electric hookups.

Natural Features

Mark Twain lake is large reservoir fed by the waters of the Salt River in northern Missouri. A variety of recreation areas line the lake, in addition to Mark Twain State Park on the western edge of the lake.

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.

Rules and notices at John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Firewood restrictions are in effect to prevent the spread of invasive insects and disease; http://dontmovefirewood.org/ Click here for more information

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Guests camping in the Briscoe Group Camp may use the dump station facilities located at either the Ray Behrens or Frank Russell Campgrounds for the disposal of RV wastewater.

John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground?

John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 7 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground have?

John C. Briscoe Group Use Campground has 7 campsites.

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