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Access Site MO

Indian Creek Marina

Mark Twain Lake Indian Creek

Source: u_s__geological_survey Updated 1 year ago

City: Perry, MO
County: Monroe County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 39.51695574, -91.72982951
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About This Access Site
Indian Creek Marina is the primary boat access point for Mark Twain Lake's northern shore, located near Perry in Monroe County, Missouri. The facility features a public boat ramp ideal for launching kayaks, canoes, and motorboats. As part of the largest campground on the lake with 215+ campsites, Indian Creek offers convenient access combined with full-service amenities if you're planning an extended visit.

Mark Twain Lake is a scenic reservoir offering excellent recreational opportunities for paddlers of all skill levels. The area provides multiple amenities including day-use areas and a well-developed campground. To reach Indian Creek Marina from Hannibal, travel west on Highway 36 for 20 miles, then southwest on Highway 24 for 6 miles, continuing south on Route HH for 2 miles before heading east on Monroe CR #581. For more information or to reserve campsites, contact the facility at 573-735-4097.
Federal Facility Information
573-735-4097 Free Access Reservations Available

Overview
Indian Creek lies on the northern banks of Mark Twain Lake. It is the largest campground on the lake with 215 standard campsites, plus additional non-electric and tent-only sites.

The lake is named for the beloved writer and humorist, Mark Twain, who was born just south of the lake in Florida, Missouri.Recreation
Boating is convenient with Indian Creek's public boat ramp. Bass fishing...

Overview
Indian Creek lies on the northern banks of Mark Twain Lake. It is the largest campground on the lake with 215 standard campsites, plus additional non-electric and tent-only sites.

The lake is named for the beloved writer and humorist, Mark Twain, who was born just south of the lake in Florida, Missouri.Recreation
Boating is convenient with Indian Creek's public boat ramp. Bass fishing and hunting are also popular.Facilities
Indian Creek provides four recreation areas: a public boat ramp, group campground, day-use area and the standard campground.

The group camp provides 25 electric campsites, group shelter, restroom, shower and playground. The Day-Use Area provides group shelter, picnic sites and playground.
The campground offers 190 campsites, 20 primitive hike-in campsites, showers, restrooms, playgrounds, a fish cleaning station, boat ramp, beach, hiking trails.Natural Features
Mark Twain Lake is sourced by the Salt River in northeast Missouri. The Clarence Cannon Dam sits on the eastern edge of the lake, providing flood control and hydroelectricity to the region, in addition to an extensive habitat for wildlife.
Nearby Attractions
While visiting the area, tour the birthplace of the world-famous humorist and writer Mark Twain in the nearby Mark Twain State Park.
The David C. Berti Shooting Range is located below the dam.

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