Fishing Campgrounds in Missouri

Discover the best fishing campgrounds across Missouri. Wake up to the sound of rushing water and spend your days casting lines in pristine fishing waters. Lake, river, and stream access for every angler.

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Greenville Recreation Area

Greenville, MO
Wappapello Lake

Wappapello Lake's northern shores deliver year-round action with largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, white bass, and channel catfish waiting beneath the surface. Cast your line directly from waterfront campsites where the lake meets the historic grounds of Old Greenville City.

Bennett Spring State Park

Crystal-clear spring water sustains trophy trout that draw anglers from across Missouri and beyond to this legendary Ozarks destination. The regularly stocked stream flows through dedicated fishing infrastructure, transforming each cast into a chance at rainbow, brown, and brook trout...

Clinton
Harry S. Truman Lake

Anglers cast their lines directly into the Grand River Arm of Harry S. Truman Lake, where crappie, bass, and catfish pull heavily on the line. The combination of waterfront access and full-service hookups means you can clean your morning catch steps from your RV door.

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About Fishing Campgrounds in Missouri

Fishing camping Missouri offers anglers an exceptional blend of diverse waters, from legendary spring-fed trout streams to expansive reservoir bass fisheries spread across the Show-Me State's varied landscapes. Missouri's fishing campgrounds provide access to some of the Midwest's most productive waters, including the crystal-clear springs of the Ozarks, the sprawling reservoirs of Truman and Table Rock Lakes, and the secluded coves of Wappapello Lake in the southeastern lowlands.

Best Time

Spring and fall provide the most comfortable fishing camping conditions in Missouri, with April through May and September through October offering mild temperatures, active fish, and fewer crowds than peak summer months. Spring brings excellent crappie fishing as these panfish move shallow to spawn, while bass fishing heats up as water temperatures climb into the 60s—Bennett Spring's trout fishing remains consistent year-round due to constant spring temperatures, but spring and fall see the heaviest insect hatches that drive surface feeding.

Activity Highlights

Direct lake and river access
Boat launches and marinas
Fish cleaning stations
Local fishing guides available

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Redman Creek Recreation Area

Wappapello
Wappapello Lake

Cast your line into the St. Francis River or navigate Wappapello Lake's hidden coves and islands, where bass and crappie await beneath cypress-shaded waters. Six boat-in campsites let you dock at your doorstep and launch straight into prime fishing waters at sunrise.

Stockton
Stockton Lake

Stockton Lake's waters hold bass, crappie, walleye, and catfish, all accessible via the campground's boat ramp that drops you straight into prime fishing territory. Bank anglers can cast from the shoreline throughout the day, though launching a boat opens up the lake's most productive waters.

Mill Creek (Missouri)

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Table Rock Lake

Anglers cast their lines into Table Rock Lake, acclaimed as one of the hemisphere's premier bass fishing destinations, where lunkers lurk alongside abundant crappie, catfish, and bluegill.

Patterson, MO
Sam A. Baker State Park

Two rivers—the St. Francis and Big Creek—converge in this rugged mountain valley, delivering bass, bluegill, and catfish to your line in every season. Cast from the banks where clear Ozark streams tumble through ancient highlands, and reel in your catch against a backdrop of forested peaks.

Hermitage
Pomme De Terre Lake

Crappie and bass thrive in the waters below Pomme de Terre Dam, where anglers launch from the park's boat ramp to reach prime fishing holes beyond the limited shoreline.

Brumley, MO
Lake of the Ozarks State Park

Anglers cast their lines from sandy shores, wooden docks, and boats across Lake of the Ozarks, reeling in catfish, crappie, and bass throughout the day.

Fredericktown
Mark Twain National Forest

The St. Francis River flows directly through camp, offering anglers productive stretches of moving water where fish gather in pools and eddies below Missouri's only whitewater rapids.

Marble Creek Recreation Area

Fredericktown
Mark Twain National Forest

Cast your line from rocky banks or wade through crystal-clear, fast-moving water where smallmouth bass and panfish dart between boulders and dolomite formations.

North Fork Recreation Area

Dora
Mark Twain National Forest

Cold-water currents flow through the North Fork of the White River, delivering bass, sunfish, and trout to anglers who cast from the banks, wade the shallows, or float downstream. Fly fishermen work the pools and riffles where mountain-fed waters create exceptional trout habitat year-round.

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Greenville Recreation Area

1 Campground

Sparrowfoot

Redman Creek Recreation Area

Hawker Point

Mill Creek (Missouri)

1 Campground

Outlet Park

1 Campground

Silver Mines

Marble Creek Recreation Area

North Fork Recreation Area

Onondaga Cave State Park Campground

Hermitage Campground

Battle Of Athens State Historic Site Campground

Mccormack Lake Recreation Area

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Long Shoal

Bar-K Wrangler Camp

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Plan Your Trips

Popular Activities

Lake fishing for bass, crappie, catfish, and bluegillSpring-fed stream trout fishingBoat fishing from bass boats and pontoonsBank fishing from designated piers and shorelinesKayak and canoe fishing in quiet covesHiking scenic trails near fishing waters

Tips & Recommendations

1Obtain a Missouri fishing license before arrival through the Missouri Department of Conservation website or local vendors—residents and non-residents have different fee structures, and trout parks like Bennett Spring require an additional daily trout tag purchased on-site.
2Check current lake levels and generation schedules for reservoir campgrounds, as Corps of Engineers lakes like Truman and Pomme de Terre fluctuate for flood control and power generation, affecting boat ramp accessibility and fish location.
3Pack insect repellent for spring and summer visits when mosquitoes and ticks are active in wooded campgrounds, and consider a screened shelter for comfortable evening fish cleaning and meal preparation.
4Launch your boat early—prime fishing hours are dawn until mid-morning and evening until dusk, when fish are most active and temperatures are coolest during summer months.

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Fishing Campgrounds in Missouri FAQ

We've ranked 20+ fishing campgrounds in Missouri based on review ratings, lake/river access, and amenities. The top-rated options include campgrounds with boat launches, fish cleaning stations, and proximity to stocked waters.

Yes, Missouri requires a valid fishing license for most anglers. Check the Missouri Fish & Wildlife agency for current license requirements, fees, and regulations before your trip.

Spring through Fall (April-October) is typically the best time for fishing camping in Missouri. Specific peak times vary by fish species and water body—check local fishing reports for current conditions.

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