Is Bull Shoals - White River Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Bull Shoals - White River Campground accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

What is the best time to visit Bull Shoals - White River Campground?

Bull Shoals - White River Campground is open Open year‑round; peak season and best visiting period March through October. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Bull Shoals - White River Campground?

Yes, Bull Shoals - White River Campground has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

Can I have a campfire at Bull Shoals - White River Campground?

Fire policies at Bull Shoals - White River Campground: Campfires are allowed in designated fire rings/grills at campsites; campers must follow park guidelines for fires and waste disposal.. Always check current fire restrictions before your trip, as conditions change seasonally.

Are dogs allowed at Bull Shoals - White River Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Bull Shoals - White River Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Bull Shoals - White River Campground?

Bull Shoals - White River Campground offers: Restrooms, Showers, Potable Water, Electrical Hookups, Water Hookups, Sewer Hookups. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Bull Shoals - White River Campground?

Popular activities at Bull Shoals - White River Campground include Hiking, Fishing, Swimming, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

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Best Time to Camp at Bull Shoals - White River Campground

Plan your visit between March and October to experience this campground at its finest. Spring brings mild temperatures perfect for wading the cool river in pursuit of rainbow and brown trout, while summer heats up with full facilities and busy boat ramps. Fall transforms the surrounding hardwoods into a kaleidoscope of color, offering cooler camping weather and excellent fishing as trout become more active. Winter sees fewer visitors and a quieter pace, though the cold-water fishing remains productive for hardy anglers willing to brave the chill—just note that some services may be reduced during the off-season.

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Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: Open year‑round; peak season and best visiting period March through October

About Bull Shoals - White River Campground

Nestled in the heart of the Ozarks, Bull Shoals–White River Campground offers front-row seats to one of America's premier trout fishing destinations. Wake up to the sight of cold, crystal-clear tailwaters flowing from Bull Shoals Dam, with many campsites perched right along the riverbank where anglers cast their lines into world-class waters. Whether you're here to reel in a trophy trout, explore scenic trails, or simply soak in the mountain views, this campground serves as your basecamp for Ozark adventure.

Campground contains a mix of site classes: Class AAA full-hookup RV sites, Class B partial-hookup sites, and tent/Class D sites without hookups; rentable furnished tent/RV units are offered seasonally.

Historical Significance

The campground is located immediately downstream of Bull Shoals Dam, a major concrete gravity dam completed in 1951 whose construction created Bull Shoals Lake and shaped the region's flood control, hydroelectric, and recreational development. The park and visitor center interpret the history of the dam, lake, and the area’s natural and cultural changes.

Weather and SeasonsPlan your visit between March and October to experience this campground at its finest. Spring brings mild temperatures perfect for wading the cool river in pursuit of rainbow and brown trout, while summer heats up with full facilities and busy boat ramps. Fall transforms the surrounding hardwoods into a kaleidoscope of color, offering cooler camping weather and excellent fishing as trout become more active. Winter sees fewer visitors and a quieter pace, though the cold-water fishing remains productive for hardy anglers willing to brave the chill—just note that some services may be reduced during the off-season.

Natural Features and SceneryTowering river bluffs and thick hardwood forests frame your stay at this classic Ozark retreat. The White River's famous tailwaters rush past wooded shorelines, creating that signature emerald-green clarity that draws fly fishermen from across the country. Don't miss the James A. Gaston Visitor Center perched high on a limestone bluff—the panoramic views of the massive dam, sprawling lake, and forested river valley below are absolutely breathtaking. Lace up your boots for the Big Bluff Trail, where each turn reveals another postcard-worthy vista of this rugged, beautiful landscape.

Geological RegionOzark Mountains (Ozark Plateau)

Scenic ViewsMany campsites provide direct views of the clear, cold White River; additional panoramic vistas are available from the visitor center overlook and hillside trails that look over the lake, dam, and river valley.

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Best CampsitesCampers seeking scenery or fishing access should select riverfront sites in the riverside loops (commonly noted as Loop A and adjacent riverside loops) for direct river views and proximity to boat launches and fishing spots. Interior sites offer more shade and separation from river traffic.

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Amenities available

Modern, well-maintained campground with a mix of full- and partial-hookup sites, bathhouses with restrooms and showers, and site amenities such as picnic tables, grills, and fire rings. Visitor center, camper registration center, and nearby marina and interpretive facilities are available within the park.

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Activities you can enjoy

The campground is a riverside base for trout fishing, boating on Bull Shoals Lake, hiking, and wildlife viewing, with interpretive programs and seasonal lake cruises available through park services.

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsCold tailwaters from the lake create very cold river conditions that can be hazardous for swimming; anglers and boaters should exercise caution. Typical Ozark wildlife includes deer, raccoons, and various reptiles and amphibians; campers should use normal wildlife precautions and be aware that venomous snakes may be present in the region.

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4.8

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Bull Shoals - White River Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews

Visitor feedback is overwhelmingly positive: reviewers consistently praise the scenic riverfront setting, clean and well-maintained facilities (including restrooms and showers), and easy river access for fishing and boating. Many Google reviewers give five-star ratings and highlight the park's beauty and friendly staff.

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Based on 169 reviews

What Campers Love

Scenic riverfront campsites with frequent river views; world-class trout fishing accessible from the campground; clean bathhouses and restrooms; large, well-maintained sites with picnic tables,...

Based on 169 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Reserve early for spring–fall peak seasons and check in at the camper registration center on arrival. Request riverfront or near-river sites (riverside loops such as Loop A are frequently...

Based on 169 reviews