Special Use Campground

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8 reviews
Special Use Campground
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755 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

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Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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January 2026

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Special Use 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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What Campers Say

5.00

Top-Rated

Based on 8 reviews

9 Google reviews

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"Campers find Special Use Campground to be a good primitive site for groups, particularly scout troops. Reviewers highlight that the facilities ("lollies") are very clean, but note that there is no water available on site."

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Campground Map

Special Use Campground

Special Use Campground

37.9631, -92.7706


Best Time to Camp at Special Use Campground

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Good for hiking and lake views in summer; heat may be a factor in Missouri.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.5 / 5
Top 14% in MO

Woodlands and bluff overlooks likely make fall foliage visits excellent.

Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5

Presence of a major spring and woodlands suggests strong springtime appeal.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

No winter activities noted; region may be cold and less accessible in winter.

Planning Tips

    About Special Use Campground

    Special Use Camping only With its intriguing history and outstanding geologic features, Ha Ha Tonka State Park is one state park that should not be missed. The park is a geologic wonderland featuring sinkholes, caves, a hugenatural bridge, sheer bluffs and Missouri’s 12th-largest spring. The ruins of a turn-of-the-century stonecastleoverlook these wonders and offer impressive views of the Lake of the Ozarks and Ha Ha Tonka Spring. A series oftrailsand boardwalks makes it easy for visitors to experience all the park has to offer, from its historic castle and geologic wonders to its woodlands and open rocky glades.Picnic sitesbeckon visitors for a relaxing lunch in a scenic setting unparalleled in the lake area. All these fascinating elements combine to create a park that can be explored and enjoyed time after time.
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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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    Reviews

    5.0
    8 reviews
    Top-Rated
    Top-Rated
    Special Use Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Campers find Special Use Campground to be a good primitive site for groups, particularly scout troops. Reviewers highlight that the facilities ("lollies") are very clean, but note that there is no water available on site.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 8 reviews

    What Campers Love

    ["Well-suited for scout troops and group camping","Very clean lollies (restroom/facility area)","Quiet, primitive setting appreciated by groups"]
    Based on 8 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    ["Bring all needed drinking and cooking water","Plan for primitive camping—bring supplies and equipment you need","Best suited for organized groups (scout troops) rather than individual campers...
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    Last updated January 13, 2026
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