JOHN SPALDING REC AR
| Address | 20642 HIGHWAY J, MONROE CITY, MO, 63456-9359 |
|---|---|
| State | MO |
| Reservable | Yes — reservable on recreation.gov |
| Phone | 573-735-4097 |
| marktwaininfo@usace.army.mil |
Amenities
Pets Allowed
Picnic Table: Y
Checkout Time: 10:00 PM
Checkin Time: 8:00 AM
Max Num of Vehicles: 50–60
Driveway Surface: Paved
Max Vehicle Length: 0
Accessible Occupant Message: Y
Fire Pit: Y
Accessibility: Y
GRILLS: Y
Lean To/Shelter: Y
BBQ: Y
Min Num of People: 1
Max Num of People: 100
Site Rating: Standard
Shade: Full
Electricity Hookup: 15
Site Access: Drive-In
Accessible Sites: 3 of 3
Reservable Sites: 3 of 3
Overview
Visitors at John Spalding are in the perfect location for recreation on Mark Twain Lake. The day-use area is the only facility within reach of the sandy public beach. It’s also directly connected to the Joanna Trail, a 32-mile multi-purpose trail for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.
Tour the birthplace of world-famous humorist and writer, Mark Twain and explore the region that inspired his most beloved stories, such as “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.”
Data updated: 2026-08-23 12:17 (UTC) · Source: RIDB (recreation.gov)