Silver Mines Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 37.5592, -90.4388
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Silver Mines offers a variety of recreational opportunities and is abundant with historic and geological wonders. This beautiful area is located along the St. Francis River, the only river in Missouri classified as white water, and is used for kayaking during the spring high waters. People enjoy hiking and fishing along the river throughout the year. Silver Mines is located at a historic mining operation and is known for its Precambrian granite and felsite rocks. Silver Mines Recreation Area is named for the abandoned Einstein Mine, which was mined for Silver, Tungsten and Lead. The Einstein Silver Mining Company began mining in 1877, and mining ceased completely in 1946. Nearby visitors can visit other natural attractions in the area, including Elephant Rocks State Park and Johnsons Shut-ins State Park. Millstream Gardens Conservation Area, located up-river from Silver Mines, is the put-in for those looking to experience the white water on the St. Francis river. This is a large recreation area, and particularly busy during the spring. However, visitors who come during the fall months will be treated to spectacular fall color along the St. Francis River.
From the USFS.
Is Silver Mines Campground free?
No. Silver Mines Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Silver Mines Campground?
From Fredericktown: From the intersection of MO Hwy 72 and US Hwy 67, head West on Hwy 72 approx. 4.3 miles to State Hwy D, near the small community of Oak Grove. Turn Left onto Hwy D, and travel approx. 2.9 miles to the entrance on your right. From Arcadia/Ironton: Head East on MO Hwy 72 approx. 13.6 miles to State Hwy D, near the small community of Oak Grove. Turn Right on Hwy D, and travel approx. 2.9 miles to the entrance on your right.
Nearby
- SILVER MINES0.4 mi
- Marble Creek Recreation Area9.3 mi
- HIGHWAY K24.2 mi
- COUNCIL BLUFF RECREATION AREA29.4 mi
- Council Bluff (wild Boar) Campground29.6 mi
- Sutton Bluff Campground31.7 mi
- SUTTON BLUFF RECREATION AREA31.7 mi
- GREENVILLE RECREATION AREA31.7 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
