This county-managed campground sits along Lake Taneycomo with hookups available for RVs and designated tent areas. Reservations are accepted, and pets are welcome throughout the facility.
The waterfront location provides direct lake access with a dock for fishing and kayak launching. Several campers note the lake views from their sites, particularly in the morning hours. Tent sites include both grassy and harder-packed areas, with fire pits provided. The ground can be challenging for tent stakes in some spots, so bringing extra equipment helps. Bathrooms and showers are maintained on-site.
Road access makes it easy to reach Branson's entertainment district and Branson Landing shopping area on foot or by short drive. "Fishing, swimming and water sports" are popular activities according to Mike T.. Sites tend to fill up during holiday weekends, so advance planning is recommended. The campground can feel crowded during peak times.
This setup works well for RV campers wanting lake access and proximity to Branson attractions. Tent campers should expect varied ground conditions and may want to request grassy sites when making reservations. For additional options, see camping near Branson.
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Location
Public CampgroundKOA Campground Branson is located in Missouri
Address
397 Animal Safari Rd
Branson, MO 65616
Coordinates
36.62866324 N
93.28581275 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 3/15/26
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- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 3/15/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 3/15/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 3/15/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 3/15/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 46 min from Springfield, MO
- 1 hr 44 min from Joplin, MO
- 1 hr 47 min from Fayetteville, AR
- 2 hrs 32 min from Fort Smith, AR








