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Public LandU.S. Forest Service

Deer Leap Recreation Area

Doniphan, Missouri · 348 ft

Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source

At a glance

3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026

Price per night
$12–$20Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
Sites
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Hookups
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Elevation
348 ft106 m
Pets
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Big rigs
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Land
Mark Twain National Forest

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About

The Deer Leap Recreation Area is situated on the east bank of the Current River, this site is not one of the busier campgrounds; so is often a great place to get away from the crowds. Expect some activity of outfitter-guides utilizing the non-motorized launch in the campground, though. Deer Leap provides primitive camping, a boat launch and floater access/tuber launch. When you veer off the road, the boat launch is a short 80 yards from the Y. When you head to the campground, the road follows the river for a short distance before entering a stand of pines. The campground is shady and quiet. There is a busy canoe/tubing launch in the center of the campground. This campground is good for visitors who like a little privacy while camping.

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From USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit

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  • AT&TNo coverage on FCC map
  • T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map

Cell service at Deer Leap Recreation Area: FCC map Dec 2025

Weather

National Weather Service

  • WedChance Showers And Thunderstorms, 78% chance of rain85°68°
  • ThuChance Showers And Thunderstorms, 32% chance of rain88°57°
  • FriSlight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny, 17% chance of rain64°41°
  • SatSunny63°39°
  • SunSunny69°46°

Nearby camping

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3 more within 25 mi

Dispersed camping nearby

Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.

Location and contact

36.67435, -90.88581
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Nearest town
Doniphan

Data from USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, USFS INFRA Recreation Sites

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