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Big M Campground in Missouri
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Big M Campground

Table Rock Lake, Missouri

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As of October 2026, Big M Campground is a campground in Missouri with 60 campsites. Big M Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Big M Campground is located at 36.5578° N, 93.6767° W.
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Big M Campground reservations and next available dates

October 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 Big M Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Big M Campground

  • Standard 60
  • Hookups 23

What an RV fits

  • 15–19 ft2 sites
  • 20–24 ft6 sites
  • 25–29 ft8 sites
  • 30–34 ft12 sites
  • 35–39 ft6 sites
  • 40–44 ft11 sites
  • 45–49 ft4 sites
  • 50–54 ft3 sites
  • 55–59 ft4 sites
  • 60–64 ft3 sites
  • 65–69 ft1 site

Amenities

  • showers
  • potable water
  • dump station

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

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

All sites at Big M Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the BIG M loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RVHookups
01Standard815 ft-
02Standard840 ft-
03Standard827 ft-
04Standard830 ft-
05Standard830 ft-
06Standard833 ft-
07Standard836 ft-
08Standard825 ft-
09Standard848 ft-
10Standard822 ft-
11Standard824 ft-
12Standard825 ft-
13Standard830 ft-
14Standard830 ft-
15Standard830 ft-
16Standard824 ft-
17Standard832 ft-
18Standard864 ft-
19Standard840 ft-
20Standard836 ft-
21Standard838 ft-
22Standard855 ft-
23Standard849 ftElectric, Water
24Standard840 ftElectric, Water
25Standard861 ftElectric, Water
26Standard850 ftElectric, Water
27Standard858 ftElectric, Water
28Standard853 ftElectric, Water
29Standard847 ftElectric, Water
30Standard850 ftElectric, Water
SiteTypeSleepsMax RVHookups
31Standard859 ftElectric, Water
32Standard860 ft-
33Standard830 ft-
34Standard832 ft-
37Standard825 ft-
38Standard828 ft-
39Standard830 ft-
40Standard826 ft-
41Standard822 ft-
42Standard822 ft-
43Standard818 ft-
44Standard822 ft-
45Standard830 ft-
46Standard825 ft-
47Standard835 ftElectric, Water, Sewer
48Standard845 ftElectric, Water, Sewer
49Standard840 ftElectric, Water, Sewer
50Standard840 ftElectric, Water, Sewer
51Standard838 ftElectric, Water, Sewer
52Standard865 ftElectric, Water, Sewer
53Standard840 ftElectric, Water, Sewer
54Standard840 ftElectric, Water, Sewer
55Standard840 ftElectric, Water, Sewer
56Standard840 ftElectric, Water, Sewer
57Standard836 ftElectric, Water
58Standard840 ftElectric, Water, Sewer
59Standard855 ftElectric, Water
60Standard840 ftElectric, Water, Sewer
61Standard825 ft-
62Standard832 ft-

About Big M Campground

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rules and notices at Big M Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Big M 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

Big M Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Big M Campground?

Big M Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 60 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Big M Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Big M 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 Big M Campground have?

Big M Campground has 60 campsites.

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