Best Campgrounds near Rockaway Beach, MO

Campgrounds near Rockaway Beach, Missouri primarily cluster along Lake Taneycomo and Table Rock Lake, offering both waterfront and wooded experiences. The region includes established RV parks, state park campgrounds, and Corps of Engineers facilities like Table Rock State Park Campground and Old Highway 86 Park. Most camping areas provide a mix of tent and RV accommodations, with several locations like Cooper Creek Resort and America's Best Campground also featuring cabin options. The proximity to Branson (typically within 10-20 minutes) makes these campgrounds popular bases for exploring both outdoor recreation and entertainment attractions.

Access to most campgrounds remains consistent year-round, though seasonal considerations affect water levels and site availability. Many RV parks operate from early March through December, while some lakefront campgrounds maintain year-round operations. "This campground is under water as of June 9th 2017," noted one reviewer about Shadow Rock Park, highlighting how flooding can impact lower-elevation sites during wet seasons. Roads to major campgrounds are generally well-maintained for standard vehicles, though sites with premium lake views tend to fill quickly during summer months and holiday weekends. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly at popular Corps of Engineers campgrounds where day-of availability can be limited even on regular weekdays.

Waterfront camping represents a significant draw throughout the area, with sites directly on Lake Taneycomo and Table Rock Lake commanding premium rates and excellent reviews. Edgewater Beach Resort receives consistent praise for its lakefront positioning, with one camper noting: "Very spacious campsites, level gravel sites with plenty of room for RV and tow vehicles and boat trailers." Family-oriented campgrounds like Great Escapes RV Resorts Branson offer scheduled activities and amenities specifically designed for children, creating experiences beyond basic camping. The landscape provides a balance between natural settings and convenient access to urban amenities, with many campgrounds offering a shuttle service or easy drive to Branson attractions. Most established campgrounds feature full hookups, with varying levels of amenities from basic toilets to comprehensive facilities including swimming pools, playgrounds, and camp stores.

Best Camping Sites Near Rockaway Beach, Missouri (212)

    1. Table Rock State Park Campground

    53 Reviews
    Hollister, MO
    12 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. Branson Lakeside RV Park

    18 Reviews
    Point Lookout, MO
    6 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."

    3. America's Best Campground

    11 Reviews
    Branson, MO
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 336-4399

    $59 - $64 / night

    "ABC is just on the edge of Branson, but still within a few minutes of the Strip and all the town's locations. "

    "Close to all Branson attractions."

    4. Mill Creek (missouri)

    30 Reviews
    Lampe, MO
    17 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"

    5. Cooper Creek Resort

    11 Reviews
    Point Lookout, MO
    7 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."

    6. Indian Point

    16 Reviews
    Kimberling City, MO
    11 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."

    7. COE Table Rock Lake Old Highway 86 Park

    17 Reviews
    Blue Eye, MO
    13 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."

    8. Tall Pines Campground

    13 Reviews
    Branson, MO
    10 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."

    9. Hide-A-Way Campground & RV Retreat

    8 Reviews
    Branson, MO
    8 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"

    10. Branson Musicland Kampground

    9 Reviews
    Branson, MO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 334-0848

    "Looking for a gated campground right next to the Branson strip look no further. Shaded full hookup sites, close together but sited in a way that allows you to enjoy the experience."

    "You can’t beat the location of this park. It is within walking distance of entertainment. It’s built on a mountain side so lots of hills and winding roads in the park. Amenities are good."

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Recent Reviews near Rockaway Beach, MO

971 Reviews of 212 Rockaway Beach Campgrounds


  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 6, 2025

    Table Rock State Park Campground

    Great spot!

    We had the perfect little spot for our tent camping weekend. It is a campground so you do have neighbors but the sites were spread out and didn’t feel cramped. There was ample room for our tent, the fire ring, our hammock set up and the picnic table. Restrooms were the cleanest i’ve ever seen. I will definitely be back!

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 5, 2025

    Rocky Branch Campground

    Camp host was impossible to locate

    Camp host was impossible to locate to get a parking pass. We looked for an hour and a half. The next morning she arrived angry we didn’t “put in more effort” very rude.

  • 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.

  • 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.


Guide to Rockaway Beach

Camping near Rockaway Beach, Missouri, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With beautiful campgrounds and plenty of activities, it’s a perfect getaway for families, friends, and solo adventurers alike.

What to do:

  • Fishing: The area is known for its excellent 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 around the campgrounds. A visitor at Table Rock State Park Campground mentioned, “Walking distance to marina and access to the popular Lakeshore Trail.”
  • Canoeing and Kayaking: Enjoy the Buffalo River with canoeing or kayaking. One happy camper at Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River shared, “If you like canoeing and kayaking… it’s here. Like hiking… plenty of trails.”

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A reviewer at Missouri Mill Creek said, “The Beauty of being surrounded by Water, the Shade, the Clean Facilities and Campground itself is such a pleasure.”
  • Wildlife: Many enjoy the chance to see wildlife. One camper at Bull Shoals-White River State Park noted, “The park rangers are extremely friendly and helpful and make sure their guests are safe.”
  • Scenic Views: Campgrounds with beautiful views are a big hit. A visitor at Horseshoe Bend Rec Area & Campground mentioned, “Each site offers a different view that will take your breath away with each sunrise and sunset.”

What you should know:

  • Crowded Spots: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially during peak seasons. A camper at Table Rock State Park Campground said, “Crowded spots, though great facilities and prices.”
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. A reviewer at Ozark Campground — Buffalo National River pointed out, “They have bathrooms as well, but no showers or water hookups.”
  • Weather Variability: Be prepared for changing weather conditions. A camper at Withrow Springs State Park Campground noted, “Summertime is hot at the site because of the lack of shade trees.”

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds. A visitor at Table Rock State Park Campground mentioned, “Playground available for the kids right next to the shower house.”
  • Safety: Choose campgrounds with good ranger presence. A camper at Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River said, “Bathrooms stayed clean, visited often by a ranger, and so peaceful at night!”
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or check if the campground has food options. A reviewer at Springfield - Route 66 KOA shared, “They make fresh pizza at the convenience store/office and will deliver it to your site.”

Tips from RVers:

  • Space for Big Rigs: Look for campgrounds that are big rig friendly. A camper at Missouri Mill Creek noted, “Nice fairly easy to park a 35 foot 5th wheel.”
  • Electric Hookups: Ensure your campground has electric hookups. A visitor at Withrow Springs State Park Campground mentioned, “Charged/Conditioned the car with 50amp plug.”
  • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, so make reservations in advance. A camper at Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River advised, “Must have reservations; it is always full.”

Camping near Rockaway Beach, Missouri, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for adventure or a peaceful retreat.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Rockaway Beach, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, Rockaway Beach, MO offers a wide range of camping options, with 212 campgrounds and RV parks near Rockaway Beach, MO and 6 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Rockaway Beach, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Rockaway Beach, MO is Table Rock State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 53 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Rockaway Beach, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Rockaway Beach, MO.

What parks are near Rockaway Beach, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 25 parks near Rockaway Beach, MO that allow camping, notably Table Rock Lake and Greeson Lake.