Watercress
The Watercress location is in Poplar Bluff, Missouri
63901. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Watercress facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
1420 Maud St.
Poplar Bluff
Missouri
63901
Phone number
Campground information Poplar Bluff, Missouri
Overview
***Watercress sustained substantial damage to the pavilions during the 2017 flood, they are not reservable at this time, however the boat ramp is still open for public use.***
Watercress Campground lies on the banks one of the forest’s greatest treasures; the Current River. Floats on the river provide views of southeastern Missouri that otherwise can’t be seen. The area is home to a variety of birds and wildlife and recreation opportunities are plentiful in the surrounding area.
Recreation
Boating and canoeing on the Current River, as well as on other nearby rivers, are popular activities. A boat ramp for both motorized and non-motorized boats is available on the east bank of the Current River. Anglers enjoy fishing for bass, walleye, sunfish and the occasional catfish.
Big Spring, Missouri’s largest spring, is just five miles from the campground. Hikers at Watercress area enjoy the Songbird Trail, a 1.2-mile loop that leads to Watercress Spring, passing remnants of Civil War-era earthwork that overlook the Current River.
Facilities
The campground offers 17 campsites for tent or RV camping and the sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Two group picnic shelters which can accommodate up to 75 people each are located alongside the river. Each is equipped with tables and grills. A seasonal trash collection dumpster is also available between April 1 and October 1 at the campground entrance.
Natural Features
Located within the town of Van Buren, the campground and day use area are adjacent to the Current River, which flows past scenic bluffs, springs, caves as it meanders through the Mark Twain National Forest toward Doniphan, MO.
Nearby Attractions
The campground is adjacent to the Ozark National Scenic Riverways, which is a series of protected rivers in the area managed by the National Park Service. More information about the National Park Service sites can be found here.
Frequently Asked Questions About 1420 Maud St. Poplar Bluff, MO
How do I make a reservation with Watercress?
To make reservations at Watercress, you can call the office at .
Where is Watercress located?
The Watercress is located at 1420 Maud St. in Poplar Bluff,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Watercress have tent or RV camping?
Watercress offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at to make sure things haven’t changed.