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Mark Twain National Forest Big Bay Recreation Area

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Mark Twain National Forest Big Bay Recreation Area is near Shell Knob, Missouri. The terrain consists of forested areas and rolling hills. Campers can explore Table Rock Lake and the nearby Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, with temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer.

Description

National Forest

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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Location

Mark Twain National Forest Big Bay Recreation Area is located in Missouri

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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

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Poor
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Fair

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Reservable
  • Electric Hookups
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump

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Reviewed Aug. 9, 2018

Primitive camping.

Boat ramp. Access to camp sites by vehicle is usually vlosef. I have accessed them by water the last few times I've camped there. Beautiful wooded !!! sites that back up to the lake. There are no showers, rangers or park attendants. Bathrooms if open are just a hoke in the ground like an outhouse. Your on your own if someone is harassing you or your injured. You'll just have to handle it yourself or pack up and gi get help

My favorite campground!!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Mark Twain National Forest Big Bay Recreation Area?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Mark Twain National Forest Big Bay Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Mark Twain National Forest Big Bay Recreation Area?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is poor, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is fair.