Mark Twain National Forest's Big Bay Recreation Area sits on Table Rock Lake near Shell Knob, operating seasonally from mid-May through late September under US Forest Service management. Wooded sites back directly up to the lake, and electric hookups plus a dump station make it workable for RVs. Road access to individual sites can be unreliable, so arriving by boat is sometimes the more practical option. No showers, rangers, or attendants are on site, and restroom facilities are basic vault-style. Campers who are self-sufficient and comfortable without staffed support will find this a functional base for water access on Table Rock Lake.
Description
We apologize, this area is now managed as a day use site only and no longer takes reservations. Recreation Facilities Natural Features Nearby Attractions ADA Access: N
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Map & DirectionsMark Twain National Forest Big Bay Recreation Area is located in Missouri near Shell Knob
Directions
From Shell Knob, MO go south on Hwy 39 to the junction of Hwy YY. Follow YY east 2.5 miles. Turn left on County Road Big Bay Road for .5 mile to Big Bay Recreation area. A full service marina and beach are located nearby at Campbell Point. The area is within an hour of attractions at Eureka Springs, AR and Branson, MO.
Coordinates
36.61944015 N
93.56639075 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Drive Time
- 1 hr 15 min from Springfield, MO
- 1 hr 36 min from Joplin, MO
- 1 hr 38 min from Fayetteville, AR
- 2 hrs 21 min from Fort Smith, AR
