Big M

BIG M

Part of Table Rock Lake

Overview

Big M is a spacious and grassy campground that sits along the White River Arm of Table Rock Lake in the Missouri countryside.

Big M provides plenty of sites with a panoramic view of the beautiful Table Rock Lake, surrounded by the scenic foothills of the Ozark Mountains.

Facilities

Big M Campground offers 61 reservable sites. Amenities like hot showers, drinking water, a dump station and electric hookups create a comfortable camping experience. A swim area, marina, boat ramp, playground and volleyball court make the campground perfect for family trips.

Natural Features

Table Rock Lake is a beautiful body of water surrounded by a forest of oak and hickory trees. Its waters wind down through the valleys and hollows of the Ozark Mountains, from Branson, Missouri to Eureka Springs, Arkansas.

More than five million visitors per year take advantage of this recreational oasis. Originally built for flood control, the Table Rock Dam has created a lake that boasts 779 miles of shoreline for the public to enjoy.

Recreation

Whether on water or land, Big M Campground offers visitors countless recreational activities. Picnicking, swimming, scuba diving, boating, fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing are all popular pastimes at the park. With a large marina located just a short walking distance from the campsites, boating and fishing enthusiasts will find they have everything they need to enjoy the deep, clear waters of Table Rock Lake. While the lake boasts an abundance of crappie, catfish, and bluegill, Table Rock is most famous for bass, and is acclaimed as one of the best bass fishing lakes in this hemisphere. Multiple fishing tournaments are hosted yearly and anglers will there is no shortage of Largemouth, Smallmouth, White or Spotted bass. For visitors interested in staying near shore, a designated swimming beach near the campground's volleyball court, offers a convenient way to cool off during warm summer months. Table Rock Lakeshore Trail, about 2 miles long, runs from the Dewey Short Visitor Center to the Table Rock State Park Marina. During the spring hikers will see dogwood, serviceberry and redbud trees in bloom as well as many wildflower species. During the autumn months, visitors are treated to nature's colorful fall foliage. The trail also offers beautiful views of Table Rock Lake. Other hiking and mountain biking opportunities are available at the Mark Twain National Forest, parts of which are easily accessible from the campground. Click here for more information.

Nearby Attractions

The Dewey Short Visitors Center is located at the south end of Table Rock Dam. It offers three educational films focused on the history of the dam, the story of Lewis and Clark and the history of eagles and their endangerment in the state of Missouri. The visitor center also contains exhibits on the natural history of the area.

Important Notices

  • ALL personal equipment (boats, trailers, personal supplies etc. ) must be stored at reserved campsites. No equipment shall be stored in boat ramp/day-use parking for overnight storage.

  • Office hours are between the hours of 8:00 a.m-10:00a.m. and from 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m, seven days a week. Camphost and or Rangers will issue campground hangtags after valid check-in. Please check-out on departure. If Camphost is not present, please drop pink tag off at the dropbox. 

  • All checkout times are at 3:00 p.m. All RV's, vehicles, and supplies still on site after 3:00 p.m may be subjected to impoundment our towed at the owners expense. 

  • All discounted passes (Golden Age, Senior Lifetime, Senior Annual, Access) must be physically present upon arrival. Fraudulant use of a Golden Age or Golden Access Passport (Printouts, photos ect.) is prohibited and will not be discounted. 

  • One tent and one RV or two tents are allowed per campsite
  • Sanitation, No dumping of household trash, gray water, rubbish, black water or any other waste material or waste liquid. All waste generated must deposed of at the dump station or removed from the project lands.
  • Please be advised that providing business services within a USACE campground is prohibited per Title 327.18(a) The engaging in or solicitation of business on project lands or waters without the express written permission of the District Commander is prohibited. This includes services such as RV or tent delivery & set-up, firewood sales and delivery.

  • Failure to pay day use fees, and or properly display applicable receipt, permit or pass is prohibited. All day use and USACE Annual passes may be purchased at the kiosk next to the booth. 

  • Camping at one or more campsites at any one water resource project for a period longer than 14 days during any 30 consecutive day period is prohibited without the written permission of the District Commander.

Available Activities

  • Swimming Site - Swimming Site
  • Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
  • Water Sports - Water Sports
  • Visitor Center - Visitor Center
  • Hiking - Hiking
  • Fishing - Fishing
  • Camping - Camping
  • Boating - Boating
  • Biking - Biking
  • Kayaking - Kayaking
  • Photography - Photography
  • Picnicking - Picnicking
  • Ranger Station - Ranger Station
  • Scuba Diving - Scuba Diving
  • Swimming - Swimming
  • Water Access - Water Access

Directions

From Cassville, Missouri, travel east on State Route 76 for 9 miles. Turn onto the Highway M access road and follow signs into the campground.

Contact Information

Phone: 417-271-3190

25476 BIG M CAMPGROUND
CASSVILLE, MO 65626

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