Mark Twain Lake

Mark Twain Lake is a reservoir that spans two Missouri counties and is named for the famous author Mark Twain. The author's hometown and the Mark Twain State Park, which has camping areas and hiking paths, surround the lake.

The Clarence Cannon Dam along the Salt River produced the 7,500 acre lake. Today, Mark Twain Lake is a well-liked vacation spot with lots of fun activities.

Mark Twain Lake is a popular destination for boaters, hunters, and anglers, as well as for families looking for a spot to go swimming, having a picnic, and camping. Along its 459 km of shoreline, there are marinas, playgrounds, beaches, picnic areas, and lodging possibilities.

There are numerous businesses in the lake region, including a water park, a vineyard, campers, restaurants, hotels, resorts, antique stores, specialized stores, hardware stores, realtors, grocery stores, and much more. Three quaint communities, Monroe City, Paris, and Perry, encircle the lake. These towns have adjusted to the lake and now provide a wide range of services and speciality stores.

Location: Ralls and Monroe Counties, Missouri