Overview

Berry Bend Campground sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.



Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, and boating.Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.

Facilities

This large campground offers two loops, B and C Loop with a total of 91 sites. B loop consists of 7 campsites that are very spacious with full hook-ups including 50-amp electricity, water, and sewage. There is a flush restroom in B loop, but no showers. B loop campers needing shower facilities must use the shower house in C Loop. 

C Loop offers 86 sites. Sites 39-78 are 50-amp with water while the remainder of C loop is 30-amp with dispersed hydrants. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities, and a dump station. A boat ramp and playground offer additional recreation opportunities.

Natural Features

Harry S Truman Reservoir lies among the rolling hills and rocky bluffs of the Ozark Plateau. Mature hardwoods of Oak and Hickory with cedar trees mixed in cover the area. 

Wildlife such as whitetail deer, turkey, hawks, ospreys, eagles, and many different water birds can be found in and around the park. 

An abundance of fish such as crappie, bass, walleye, paddlefish, blue and channel catfish can also be found in Harry S Truman Reservoir. Approximately 8,800 acres of standing timber were left in the lake to provide quality aquatic habitat. 

Recreation

Berry Bend Area is an excellent fishing location. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.


Several miles of trails are available for hikers and horses within Berry Bend. The Park Trail is a 2.5 mile trail that is a great hike for beginners and those wanting to explore the area. The West Trail is approximately 10 miles and traverses many steep ridges and valleys, while the East Trail is approximately 16 miles and is somewhat more level and overlooks the lake in several areas. Both the West and the East trails have cut through trails for riders that dont wish to go the entire route. 

Nearby Attractions

Important Notices

• Click here for more information about Truman Lake

• Help stop the spread of the invasive zebra mussel by draining all water from equipment and discarding live bait before leaving the park.

• Campers must have permit before camping. Available at park booth. *There is a limit of 1 wheeled camper and 2 tents or 3 tents per camp pad.* All equipment must fit on the site pad. Vehicles park in developed areas only. This park requires a 3 night minimum stay on holiday weekends and 2 night minimum stay on weekends.*

Notifications and Alerts

• CREDIT/DEBIT CARD PAYMENT ONLY FOR ALL HARRY S. TRUMAN LAKE RESERVATIONS

• Campers, after 14 days camping on one campsite, must vacate the campground for a minimum of 24 hours. This includes all belongings.

  Campers must have a working mode of transportation available.

• Even though camping is by reservation only, all campers are required to check in at the park booth to pick up vehicle hang tags. Booth hours are posted, so please check in as soon as possible after arrival.

Available Activities

• Hiking - Hiking
• Fishing - Fishing
• Camping - Camping
• Boating - Boating
• Horseback Riding - Horseback Riding
• Hunting - Hunting

Directions

From Z Highway, travel approximately 2 miles south on the Berry Bend Access Road.

Contact Information

Phone: 660-438-3872

Rental Options

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