Best Campgrounds near Blue Eye, MO

Camping opportunities near Blue Eye, Missouri center around Table Rock Lake with a mix of developed campgrounds and outdoor recreation areas. COE Table Rock Lake Old Highway 86 Park provides RV and tent sites with electric hookups and water access, while other campgrounds like Mill Creek, Baxter, and Indian Point offer additional options within a short drive. The region includes both Corps of Engineers facilities and Missouri state park campgrounds, with sites ranging from basic tent pads to full-hookup RV spaces. Many locations feature access to Table Rock Lake for swimming, boating, and fishing activities.

Seasonal considerations impact both camping availability and water activities in the area, particularly from April through October when most campgrounds operate at full capacity. Several Corps of Engineers campgrounds close during winter months, while others like Table Rock State Park remain open year-round. Lake levels on Table Rock can fluctuate significantly with rainfall, occasionally affecting beaches and marina access points. Weather conditions vary widely from hot summers to cold winters, with spring and fall providing more moderate temperatures. One visitor noted, "If you are staying here book online and really look at the map when doing so to ensure your sizing needs are met in way of parking."

The waterfront campsites throughout the region tend to be the most sought-after, with many offering direct lake access. Campgrounds near Branson provide convenient access to attractions while maintaining a natural setting. Several visitors mentioned the clean facilities and well-maintained grounds at Table Rock State Park. A camper shared, "The campsite was large with an asphalt path and a nice spot for my tent. First weekend in May and the park was pretty much full." Most campgrounds feature standard amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and access to bathrooms, while some also offer shower facilities and dump stations. Many camping areas provide shaded sites, which can be especially valuable during hot summer months when temperatures frequently exceed 90 degrees.

Best Camping Sites Near Blue Eye, Missouri (232)

    1. Table Rock State Park Campground

    52 Reviews
    Hollister, MO
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 739-4627

    $12 - $42 / night

    "The campsite was large with an asphalt path and a nice spot for my tent. First weekend in May and the park was pretty much full. My campsite close to the facilities."

    "Nice campground with a paved walking/cycling trail from boat docks to the dam. Nice showers, fairly level campsites. Fishing within walking distance."

    2. Mill Creek (missouri)

    30 Reviews
    Lampe, MO
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 779-5378

    $25 - $50 / night

    "Every site has an amazing view of Table Rock Lake and MOST sites are literally on the water. We walked (10 steps) down to the water every day and swam right behind our site."

    "Some of these sites do have stairs and that could be a problem in some cases, and I definitely advise to be careful on these when it is wet outside as they can become very slick quickly(trust me on this"

    3. COE Table Rock Lake Old Highway 86 Park

    17 Reviews
    Blue Eye, MO
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 779-5376

    $25 - $50 / night

    "They only had a few spots open and gave us a great spot right by the water even though we had two dogs with us (which might bother some families, who surrounded us)."

    "Having stayed at the portion of Table Rock previously nearest Branson, I had no idea about this location and just how much it had to offer."

    4. Indian Point

    16 Reviews
    Kimberling City, MO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 338-2121

    $16 - $50 / night

    "CLICK HERE for Info on Branson

    For those looking for a campground near Branson which offers access to top attractions as well as Table Rock Lake, Indian Point is worth a"

    "This campground is located near Branson and is a great base camp area. The campground is mostly shaded and close to the waters of Table Rock Lake."

    5. Branson Lakeside RV Park

    18 Reviews
    Point Lookout, MO
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 334-2915

    $55 - $99 / night

    "Lakeside RV is located on Lake Taneycomo and just steps away from Branson Landing, which is a shopping and entertainment area."

    "FHU, locked Shower House(very clean), good wi-if, cable tv, walking distance to lake Taneycomo, nice fishing for Rainbow Trout, close to Downtown Branson and The landing shopping center."

    6. Tall Pines Campground

    13 Reviews
    Branson, MO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 338-2445

    $24 - $215 / night

    "You almost expect to see some of the characters roaming around doing their daily tasks such as cutting wood or creating amazing crafts.   "

    "This was a surprisingly nice campground for being situated right in Branson, MO and operated by Silver Dollar City, whose primary business is the theme park."

    7. Cooper Creek Resort

    11 Reviews
    Point Lookout, MO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 334-4871

    $38 - $53 / night

    "Tucked back on Lake Taneycomo. Love this campground."

    "Location is easy to find. Love being next to the water! Heard there is a dog park coming this summer."

    8. Cricket Creek

    7 Reviews
    Ridgedale, MO
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (870) 426-3331

    $25 - $36 / night

    "They weren't too close to each other. My biggest complaint is that I couldn't see the lake from our site and we had to drive to the swim beach."

    "Branson MO is 12 miles from Crickett Creek with Table Rock Lake within walking distance of the CG."

    9. Baxter

    7 Reviews
    Lampe, MO
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 779-5370

    $16 - $25 / night

    "The campground is close to Dogwood Canyon, a great blueberry farm and the famous Branson strip. There is a marina right by the campground and easy access to Table Rock Lake."

    "Beautiful lake side lot. Could use sand at the swimming beach"

    10. Hide-A-Way Campground & RV Retreat

    8 Reviews
    Branson, MO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 334-4781

    $55 / night

    "Well maintained installations, friendly and helpful staff, very close to many local attractions. Fair prices and they keep working on improving the facilities."

    "April and got to some great people very friendly .pet friendly nice dog run.under new manger . under new owners the place is looking better .we really enjoyed the stay here will be back in October close to"

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Recent Reviews near Blue Eye, MO

1083 Reviews of 232 Blue Eye Campgrounds


  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 3, 2025

    Pine Hollow 1045 Dispersed Camping

    Beautiful remote primitive campsite

    Excellent little campsite great for a couple tents at most we camped using a rooftop tent and it was a great spot. Very quite very clean unlike some other sites in the area. There is a second site just down the little pull off but it’s not level so would be a last resort. Don’t recommend bringing anything to large down the road camper van would be fine but would be difficult with a full size rig or towing anything much larger than a pop up. Enjoy!!

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 3, 2025

    Branson Lakeside RV Park

    Nice campground close to everything

    This is a nice campground. Our site was a concrete pad that was perfectly level. The park is kept very clean, nice bathrooms, and helpful staff. They allowed us to check-in 3 hours early, and we were extremely grateful. Branson Landing is only 5 min away.

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Roaring River State Park Campground

    Beautiful !

    Campground 1 is very shady, lots of trees and spacious sites. Trout fishing is awesome. Lots of trails and fish hatcheries.

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Indian Point

    Great location for Table Rock

    Nice and clean. Close to water slide and Silver Dollar City. The sites are small and difficult to back in though.

  • Mindie C.
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Lakeview - Bull Shoals Lake

    Lovely spot

    Clean, tree covered spots with larger gravel. I love that you don’t get that fine grit in your rig. People are kind and fun. I will return. Great for visiting Gettysburg

  • Overland 1.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Cape Fair

    Very nice place

    This is a very nice place. The sites are fairly close together but staggered so it is much better. Electric and water in the sites. Bathrooms and showers are located close by and are very clean. There are sites closer to the lake but I chose one at a higher elevation as there were flood warnings out last night as it rained a lot over this entire area of Missouri. Nice clean picnic tables and the fire rings are the good style that you do not need tons of wood to be able to cook. Some have the grill grate so high up that even at the lowest setting you still need a lot of wood to build a fire large enough to reach that high.

  • Taylor E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Sam's Throne Campground

    Absolutely stunning

    Stayed here Monday afternoon to Wednesday morning. Everyone cleared out by Tuesday and I had Tuesday- Wednesday to myself. There are quite a few established sites. Not a good spot for solar or star link due to dense forest. No water or trash. Pit toilets. The sites are spread out. Not much firewood to collect, I bought wood from the nearby Red Oak store. Prices were very reasonable. Hiking is awesome here.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Indian Point

    Very peaceful and beautiful

    Great place to stay which is the norm for Army Corp of Engineers locations. Near Silver Dollar City. Our sites were not shaded but most others were. We saw lots of squirrels, a chipmunk and a few deer. The marina nearby had a nice Floating Cafe.

  • Anthony S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Busiek

    Camping by permit only

    I've never been to this site but I live in Springfield just a few miles away and camping is by permit only, and permits can not be obtained online or by phone, you have to go in person to the Missouri department of conservation office, don't know if you can go to any office or specifically the one in Springfield, but there is one in Springfield; 2630 N Mayfair ave


Guide to Blue Eye

Camping near Blue Eye, Missouri, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several campgrounds that cater to different needs and preferences.

What to do:

  • Fishing: The area is known for great fishing spots. At Roaring River State Park Campground, one camper said, "Great place to fish. Nice open camp spots, easy access to hiking trails and great fishing!"
  • Hiking: Explore the scenic trails nearby. A visitor at Withrow Springs State Park Campground mentioned, "The tent sites were nice and private. They have a pool, great hiking trails, and there is a float service nearby."
  • Water Activities: Enjoy swimming or kayaking in the nearby rivers. A reviewer at Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River noted, "It's a good place for families that want to get into the river."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One visitor at Table Rock State Park Campground said, "Clean restroom facilities and super friendly staff."
  • Scenic Views: Many campgrounds offer beautiful views of lakes and forests. A camper at Mill Creek (Missouri) shared, "Every site at this park is lakefront. The site has electric and water. Beautiful views."
  • Wildlife: The area is rich in wildlife, making it a great spot for nature lovers. A review from Dam Site River - Beaver Lake mentioned, "The local deer greet you at breakfast from across the street."

What you should know:

  • Crowded Spots: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially during peak seasons. A camper at Branson Lakeside RV Park noted, "Overall a great experience! My only complaint was how close sites were to each other."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. A visitor at Ozark Campground — Buffalo National River pointed out, "There seemed to be a church gathering in the walk-in camping area so we moved away from them to a more secluded campsite."
  • Weather Variability: Be prepared for changing weather conditions. A reviewer at Withrow Springs State Park Campground mentioned, "Site 15 is by the water and has a large area for dogs or family. The fishing is good."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for sites with playgrounds and activities for kids. At Table Rock State Park Campground, one reviewer said, "Playground available for the kids right next to the shower house."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A camper at Roaring River State Park Campground mentioned, "We had a family reunion here and rented out some cabins. It was a great time."
  • Pack for Comfort: Bring extra blankets and layers for cooler nights. A visitor at Mill Creek (Missouri) noted, "Expect the lake winds to keep temps lower than what’s forecasted."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campground's site dimensions. A reviewer at Wanderlust RV Park said, "The RV spots are adequate in size with several issues."
  • Look for Full Hookups: Opt for campgrounds that offer full hookups for convenience. A camper at Branson Lakeside RV Park mentioned, "All sites have concrete pads and all looked to be full hookups."
  • Be Mindful of Trees: Large trees can block satellite signals. A visitor at Wanderlust RV Park noted, "There are way too many large trees with huge canopies that block satellite signals."

Camping near Blue Eye, Missouri, has something for everyone, from families to seasoned RVers. With beautiful campgrounds and plenty of activities, it’s a great spot to unwind and enjoy nature.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to Blue Eye Spring in Missouri?

Blue Eye Spring is located in southern Missouri near the Arkansas border. To reach the spring, take Highway 13 to the town of Blue Eye, then follow local signage to the spring. The access point features parking areas with easy walking paths to view the spring. For a scenic route, consider traveling via the backroads near Sugar Camp Lookout Tower Dispersed Area, which offers beautiful forest driving through Mark Twain National Forest with connections to main routes leading to Blue Eye Spring.

What camping options are available near Blue Eye Spring?

Several excellent camping options surround Blue Eye Spring. Table Rock State Park Campground offers paved, level sites with full amenities including showers and fishing access within walking distance. Branson Lakeside RV Park provides lakeside sites on Lake Taneycomo with convenient shuttle access to Branson Landing entertainment area. For those seeking more seclusion, Mill Creek offers water and toilet facilities in a quieter setting. Budget-conscious campers can explore dispersed camping in Mark Twain National Forest areas, though be mindful of current fire restrictions.

What is the best time to visit Blue Eye Spring?

The optimal time to visit Blue Eye Spring is during late spring (May) through early fall (September) when weather conditions are favorable and water levels are typically ideal for viewing the spring's vibrant blue coloration. Early May offers beautiful weather with fewer crowds as noted by visitors to Indian Point, though weekends can still be busy. Summer brings warmer temperatures perfect for enjoying nearby water activities, while fall offers spectacular foliage. Winter visits are possible but less ideal due to potentially challenging weather conditions and reduced accessibility to surrounding attractions.

Is swimming allowed at Blue Eye Spring?

Swimming is generally not permitted directly in Blue Eye Spring itself due to its status as a protected natural spring and its relatively small size. However, nearby Cape Fair offers excellent swimming opportunities with a designated swim area on Table Rock Lake. For water recreation closer to the spring, Big M provides access to swimming and water activities along the Missouri-Arkansas border. Always check current regulations before swimming, as policies may change seasonally or based on water conditions.