Big Lake State Park Campground

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Big Lake State Park Campground
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Quick Facts

856 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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January 2026

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January 2026
Big Lake State Park Campground
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Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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"Campers overwhelmingly praise Big Lake State Park Campground as a clean, newly renovated, quiet lakefront park with friendly staff and well-kept sites. Visitors highlight good amenities (cabins, restrooms/showers, playground, boat ramps) and excellence for birding, fishing and family camping, though a few reviewers note seasonal flooding and limited activities beyond the campground."

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Big Lake State Park Campground

Big Lake State Park Campground

40.0905, -95.3562


Best Time to Camp at Big Lake State Park Campground

Summer(Jun-Aug)
3.5 / 5

Summer suitable for boating and birding, though marsh areas may be buggy and hot.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Wetlands and bird life likely make fall (migration/stopover) especially rewarding.

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Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5

Spring migration and wetland resurgence should boost birding and scenic interest.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Limited winter-specific activities; seasonal appeal likely lower.

Planning Tips

    About Big Lake State Park Campground

    Big Lake State Park is the perfect destination for a vacation or family gathering in northwest Missouri. The 407-acre state park offers everything visitors need to create a memorable vacation with acampground,camper cabins,day-use areaand access to Big Lake. The park is located adjacent to Big Lake, the largest remaining oxbow lake in Missouri. The park’s location provides easy access to the lake, which is popular forboatingandfishing. The shallow lake also supports wetlands that create an ideal refuge for wetland bird species and migratory waterfowl. The combination of activities provided by the lake and the amenities provided in the park make Big Lake State Park the perfect spot for a family vacation or an afternoon of fun.
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    Policies & Safety

    No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.
    No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

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    Big Lake State Park Campground has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews
    Campers overwhelmingly praise Big Lake State Park Campground as a clean, newly renovated, quiet lakefront park with friendly staff and well-kept sites. Visitors highlight good amenities (cabins, restrooms/showers, playground, boat ramps) and excellence for birding, fishing and family camping, though a few reviewers note seasonal flooding and limited activities beyond the campground.
    Review Summaries

    What Campers Love

    ["Newly renovated sites: concrete pads, new grills, picnic tables, pavement suitable for bicycles","Beautiful lake views and easy lake access (beachy area and boat ramps)","Clean, well-maintained...
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    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    ["Check park open status and flooding conditions before you go—some reviewers said parts were closed after floods or not yet open for camping","If your site is electric-only, fill your freshwater...
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    Last updated January 13, 2026
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