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 (218)

    1. Table Rock State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Hollister, MO
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 739-4627

    $16 - $159 / 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

    12 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. Indian Point

    17 Reviews
    Kimberling City, MO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 338-2121

    $16 - $50 / night

    "CLICK HERE](https://www.branson.com) 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."

    6. 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."

    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

994 Reviews of 218 Rockaway Beach Campgrounds


  • fThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 30, 2026

    Blair Ridge Rd Dispersed

    Great place

    Site is overgrown a bit . Needs a good pruning. Dead quiet all night, nice stars !

  • Jon M.
    Mar. 21, 2026

    Table Rock State Park Campground

    Relaxing stay

    Somewhat last minute working vacation spring break guys trip with my son. Wether was phenomenal, though that can't really be a reason to love or hate the place. That said, the park and bathrooms were well maintained, and it was a very relaxing time, despite having to work. But what bet backdrop for video calls can you have.

    I have T-Mobile. It wasn't a strong signal the entire time, but it was adequate even with using my phone hotspot for work.

    I'd definitely stay here again. We've been here to stay years ago in a tent. This time in our travel trailer without hookups.

  • Paul B.
    Mar. 19, 2026

    Port Of Kimberling Resort & Campground

    Convenient, affordable, and quiet

    We showed up without a reservation during a non-peak season and were able to get a premium back-in space for 4 nights. We didn’t bring an RV but instead a Tesla Model Y and a tent that attaches to the rear hatch, and they had no issues with that. We were able to plug into the NEMA 14-50 outlet and use our Tesla Mobile connector to charge at 240V/32A overnight, keeping our heat on all night in Camp Mode and still waking up to a full charge. Quiet hours are from 10p-8a and people are really good about respecting that. When we were setting up our tent behind the car, some other campers walked over to offer to help. We got to see lots of dogs as other campers walked theirs around over the course of our stay. Everyone was very friendly, and the main office is open 24/7. They have a market for some basics at the office, and there’s a grocery store as well as a Dollar General nearby too. The bath house is temperature controlled and has comfortably hot water. We were able to take hot showers every day. We enjoyed our stay very much and would recommend this place for anyone interested in visiting the Branson area. It’s a bit of a hike into town to see Branson, but it’s a scenic drive and not too far to be bothered by the distance for going into town once a day.

  • Scott S.
    Mar. 19, 2026

    Gypsy Soul Villa and RV Park

    Great long term stay!

    A great long term stay location. This is the place to come if you're visiting the area, need affordable accommodations and want the added bonus of beautiful scenery. Thank you for an amazing stay!

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 13, 2026

    Bull Shoals-White River State Park

    Love it here!

    We camped with our new Topo Toppers camper topper. The bathhouses are super clean and providing soap and paper towels. We learned in CA that all state campgrounds do not provide this luxury! We camped on the White River side and loved to watch the fishermen and boats. The corps of engineers opened some of the gates so it was cool to watch the changing water levels. And firewood is available at the front office. The park is within an hour from our house and we will be back! Highly recommend this state park in Arkansas!

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 8, 2026

    Lake Leatherwood City Park

    Small private campground

    My go to spot at a no wake lake. Small with a handfull of hook up spot and a dozen + primitive spots

  • Daniel E.
    Jan. 29, 2026

    Kyles Landing Campground — Buffalo National River

    Simple but pretty

    A simple but very pretty campsite and worth the night if you have an extra night on ur trip and is also the starting point for the most dangerous hike in Arkansas so if your up to it you should definitely give it a go

  • Daniel E.
    Jan. 29, 2026

    Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River

    Worth Remembering

    A very pretty campsite that I stayed on a youth camping trip and I decided to get up early in the morning before anyone else and to go on a run, the clouds we low enough to where you couldn’t see the top of the bluffs but there was no fog so it was very pretty and seemed magical and to make matters even better on my run an female elk ran out in front of me and I let it be and it ran off but that made it my first time ever seeing an elk

  • Jason W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 4, 2026

    Table Rock State Park Campground

    Nice, open, pretty metro camping spot

    Close to Branson and all that entails. Glamping more than camping. Very clean and clear for those wanting a sanitized experience.


Guide to Rockaway Beach

Campgrounds near Rockaway Beach, Missouri cluster around Table Rock Lake and Lake Taneycomo, offering both developed facilities and lakefront settings. America's Best Campground and Cooper Creek Resort provide cabin accommodations alongside traditional tent and RV sites, while Table Rock State Park Campground offers a mix of drive-in and walk-in sites with standard amenities. Most facilities in the region maintain proximity to Branson, typically within 10-20 minutes by car, making them convenient bases for exploring both outdoor recreation and entertainment options.

Many campgrounds in the Rockaway Beach area operate seasonally, with peak availability from April through October when weather conditions are most favorable. "We stayed for 21 nights in July of this year. You are about a 20 minute drive to Branson and 5 minutes to Forsyth," noted one camper at Edgewater Beach Resort. Several riverside campgrounds, including River Run Park and Shadowrock Park & Campground, have experienced flooding in past seasons, particularly during heavy spring rains. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for weekend stays during summer months when lakefront sites fill quickly. Most developed campgrounds offer full hookups for RVs, though site sizes and spacing vary considerably between facilities.

The region's mixed-use campgrounds receive consistently positive reviews for water access and family-friendly amenities. Waterfront sites at Edgewater Beach Resort feature privacy fences between spacious, level gravel pads with full hookups. One visitor highlighted that "sites are on Lake Taneycomo and have full hookups and internet. You can also get a boat slip at a reasonable price." Family-oriented campgrounds like Great Escapes RV Resorts Branson (formerly Yogi Bear Jellystone Park) offer structured activities for children, including crafts, bubble parties, and hayrides. Campers note that while some facilities place sites close together, many compensate with mature trees providing shade and visual separation. Proximity to both lake activities and Branson attractions represents a significant appeal for most campgrounds in this area.

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 218 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 56 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.