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Baxter Campground

Table Rock Lake, Missouri

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As of October 2026, Baxter Campground is a campground in Missouri with 53 campsites. Baxter Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Baxter Campground is located at 36.5669° N, 93.5014° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Baxter Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Mid-stay changes allowed
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
Maximum stay: 14 nights
Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Baxter Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Baxter Campground

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Standard 53
Hookups 49

What an RV fits

30–34 ft4 sites
35–39 ft7 sites
40–44 ft8 sites
45–49 ft11 sites
50–54 ft16 sites
55–59 ft4 sites
60–64 ft1 site
70–74 ft1 site
100–104 ft1 site

Amenities

showers
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, water sports.

All sites at Baxter Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the BAXTER loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
01	Standard	8	49 ft	Electric, Water
02	Standard	8	49 ft	Electric, Water
03	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric, Water
04	Standard	8	51 ft	Electric, Water
05	Standard	8	49 ft	Electric, Water
06	Standard	8	38 ft	Electric, Water
07	Standard	8	40 ft	Electric, Water
08	Standard	8	30 ft	Electric, Water
09	Standard	8	53 ft	Electric, Water
10	Standard	8	42 ft	Electric, Water
11	Standard	8	43 ft	Electric, Water
12	Standard	8	36 ft	Electric, Water
13	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric, Water
14	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water
15	Standard	8	51 ft	Electric, Water
16	Standard	8	52 ft	Electric, Water
17	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water
18	Standard	8	48 ft	Electric, Water
19	Standard	8	49 ft	Electric, Water
20	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water
21	Standard	8	52 ft	Electric, Water
22	Standard	8	54 ft	Electric, Water
23	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric, Water
24	Standard	8	49 ft	Electric, Water
25	Standard	8	54 ft	Electric, Water
26	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water
27	Standard	8	56 ft	Electric, Water

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
28	Standard	8	46 ft	Electric, Water
29	Standard	8	31 ft	-
30	Standard	8	50 ft	-
31	Standard	8	51 ft	Electric, Water
33	Standard	8	48 ft	-
34	Standard	8	70 ft	Electric, Water
35	Standard	8	49 ft	-
36	Standard	8	48 ft	Electric, Water
37	Standard	8	46 ft	Electric, Water
38	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric, Water
39	Standard	8	42 ft	Electric, Water
40	Standard	8	37 ft	Electric, Water
41	Standard	8	37 ft	Electric, Water
42	Standard	8	102 ft	Electric, Water
43	Standard	8	62 ft	Electric, Water
44	Standard	8	30 ft	Electric, Water
45	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water
46	Standard	8	53 ft	Electric, Water
47	Standard	8	31 ft	Electric, Water
48	Standard	8	43 ft	Electric, Water
49	Standard	8	42 ft	Electric, Water
50	Standard	8	53 ft	Electric, Water
51	Standard	8	56 ft	Electric, Water
52	Standard	8	41 ft	Electric, Water
53	Standard	8	36 ft	Electric, Water
54	Standard	8	42 ft	Electric, Water

About Baxter Campground

Overview

Baxter is a spacious and sunny campground that sits along the White River Arm of Table Rock Lake.

The highly productive fishing waters of the White River Arm will appeal to anglers, while the Baxter full-service marina offers everything a boater needs from fuel to fishing licenses.

Recreation

Whether on water or land, Baxter Campground offers visitors countless recreational activities. Picnicking, swimming, scuba diving, boating, fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing are all popular pastimes at the park.

Water sports including tubing, wakeboarding and water skiing are extremely popular on the deep, clear, beautiful waters of Table Rock Lake. The Baxter marina provides rentals from ski boats to life vests, meeting any of your recreation needs.

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.

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.

Facilities

Baxter Campground offers 54 reservable sites. Amenities like hot showers, drinking water, a dump station and electric hookups create a comfortable camping experience.

A swim area, boat ramp, playground and nearby full-service marina 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.

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. Baxter Campground is only 23 miles from Branson, Missouri, which offers grocery stores, gas and additional tourist attractions.

Rules and notices at Baxter Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Baxter Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Staffed booth hours are between the hours of 8:00 a.m-10:00 a.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 drop box.

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. Fraudulent use of a Golden Age or Golden Access Passport (Printouts, photos etc.) is prohibited and will not be discounted.

Failure to pay day use fees, and or properly display applicable receipt, permit or pass is prohibited. All daily guests must pay a day-use fee and have day-use receipt properly displayed. Day passes and USACE annual passes may be purchased at the kiosk next to the booth.

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.

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.

One tent and one RV, or two tents are allowed per campsite

No dumping of household trash, gray water, rubbish, black water or any other waste material or waste liquid. All waste generated must be disposed of at the dump station or removed from the project lands.

Shower tents, changing tents, and latrines are prohibited.

Pets must be penned, caged, or on a leash under six feet in length at all times.

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.

Please review the Title 36 brochure for complete rules and regulations. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-36/chapter-III/part-327

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Baxter Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Baxter Campground?

Baxter Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 53 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Baxter Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Baxter Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Baxter Campground have?

Baxter Campground has 53 campsites.

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