Greenville Recreation Area

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·Wappapello Lake

Overview

Greenville Recreation Area is located on the northen end of Wappapello Lake Project, nestled on the banks of the St. Francis River. The spacious campground is built on the original site of the historical Old Greenville City, visitors have seemingly endless opportunities for fun. The Memory Lane trail winds along the historical foundations and streets offering a glimpse back in time. The Greenville Trail, a three mile hike or bike trail, connects the modern city of Greenville to the campground. The expansive grounds, multiple playgrounds, play courts and large event area provide opportunities for all ages and abilities.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (93 of 96 campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 4:00 pm)

  • Checkout Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 4:00 pm)

  • Driveway Entry

    (Majority of the campsites have back in)

  • Firepit

    (1 of 96 campsites have Firepit)

  • Hike In Distance To Site

    (Up to 400')

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 20)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 10)

  • Pets Allowed

    (95 of 96 campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (94 of 96 campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Playground

    (1 of 96 campsites have Playground)

  • Shade

    (Majority of the campsites have true)

  • Site Access

    (There are variety of Site Acceses. Such as drive in and hike in.)

  • Water Hookup

    (All campsites have Water Hookup)

Natural Features

Memory Lane Trail - Credits: USACE
Greenville Campground - Credits: USACE
Greenville Shower House - Credits: USACE
Greenville Campground Map - Credits: USACE

Wappapello Lake, fed by the St. Francis River, has a seemingly endless string of secluded coves hugged by a winding, wooded shoreline. The public recreation area spans 45,000 acres in the southeastern Ozark foothills. The St. Francis River provides multiple caves, gravel bars, and open stretchs of water surrounded by open woodlands and rocky bluffs. 

Recreation

Greenville Day Use - Credits: USACE

Greenville boasts a one-mile historical trail to explore. A three-mile hike/bike trail is open year-round and a great choice for families. The lake is home to some of Missouri's most sought after game fish, including largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, white bass and channel catfish.
Hunting and trapping are popular activities around the lake, boasting 44,000 acres for public use.
Special events are put on throughout the year but the annual Black Powder Rendezvous, Old Greenville Days and Halloween Boo Bash events are notable experiences in Greenville.

Permitted Equipment

  • rv-Up to 118ft

  • boat-N/A

  • tent-N/A

  • trailer-Up to 118ft

  • vehicle-N/A

  • 5th wheel-N/A

  • camper van-N/A

  • pickup camper-N/A

  • pop up camper-N/A

Nearby Attractions

Explore one of the 9 trail systems along the Wappapello Lake. The nearby Ozark Trail is the only Horse friendly trail at the Lake. The Pine Ridge Nature trail, Shell Lake Archery Trail and Wappapllo Wildflower Trail and Greenhouse areas or lower St. Francis River are approximately 22 miles away. The Mingo Wildlife Refuge is approximately 31 miles from Old Greenville Recreation Area. The Lake Wappapello State Park is approximately 21 miles away, and the Sam A. Baker State park is 14 miles away from Old Greenville Recreation Area. The nearby 34 Bridge Recreation Area is an ideal place to swim or picnic along its large gravel bars. 

Additional Information

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