About Mark Twain State Park
This recreation area is part of Mark Twain Lake
FacilityFacilityRecreation.gov
Mark Twain State Park
Stoutsville, Missouri · Monroe County · Facility
This recreation area is part of Mark Twain Lake
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39.48965, -91.79220
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Weather at Mark Twain State Park
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Drizzle
65°/54°
💧 4%🌬 13mph
↑ 7:04 AM ↓ 6:47 PM
Sat
Clear
68°/50°
💧 1%🌬 10mph
↑ 7:05 AM ↓ 6:46 PM
Sun
Overcast
77°/54°
🌬 12mph
↑ 7:06 AM ↓ 6:44 PM
Mon
Clear
71°/49°
🌬 8mph
↑ 7:07 AM ↓ 6:43 PM
Tue
Partly Cloudy
75°/48°
🌬 10mph
↑ 7:08 AM ↓ 6:41 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to Mark Twain State Park
Heading to Mark Twain State Park? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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