Watercress
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About Watercress
Watercress is a national park campground at Mark Twain National Forest in Carter County, Missouri. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Watercress is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 50 ft. Campers rate it 3.7/5 across 72 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Mark Twain National Forest include Pinewoods Lake Rec Area.
Total reservations in June — 2025: 1
Location
Address
Poplar Bluff, Missouri
Coordinates
37.0019, -91.0186
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 1 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Big Spring
Ozark National Scenic Riverways
Pinewoods Lake Rec Area
Mark Twain National Forest
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River Road Park
Clearwater Lake
Piedmont Park
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Bluff View(clearwater Lake)
Clearwater Lake
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Watercress FAQ
How far in advance should I book Watercress?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Watercress?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Watercress. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Watercress right now?
Watercress is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Watercress located?
Watercress is located in Mark Twain National Forest, near Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
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