Eagle Point Recreation Area

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On the north end of the Wappapello Dam (Eagle Point is not at the physical address listed above).

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Campsite Fees
Permit required for small wedding ceremonies (permit mentioned; no fee amount provided).
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
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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Best Time to Camp at Eagle Point Recreation Area

Spring (Mar-May)

Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.

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Summer (Jun-Aug)

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

Fall (Sep-Nov)

Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Off-season, limited services. Check for closures before visiting.

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  • Operating Season: Year-round

About Eagle Point Recreation Area

Perched dramatically atop the north end of Wappapello Dam, Eagle Point Recreation Area offers sweeping views of the shimmering lake below from its bluff-top setting. This inviting day-use destination welcomes up to 80 guests in its accessible picnic shelter and has become a sought-after spot for intimate lakeside wedding ceremonies on its scenic overlook, where couples exchange vows against a backdrop of endless water and sky.
Eagle Point is presented as a day-use recreation area (day-use area) near the dam on Wappapello Lake with picnic and overlook facilities; the provided information does not describe any camping sites or overnight accommodations.
Natural Features and SceneryWhere the St. Francis River swells into Wappapello Lake, a water wonderland of hidden coves and tree-lined islands unfolds across the landscape. Eagle Point sits at the heart of a vast 45,000-acre public land area, offering front-row seats to this aquatic theater from grassy picnic grounds and an extended viewing platform that juts out over the bluff. Adventure seekers will find themselves at the trailhead of multiple pathways: the Lake View trail hugs the shoreline, the Pine Ridge Nature trail winds through native forest, while the Shell Lake Archery Trail and Wappapello Wildflower Trail each offer their own distinct journey through this diverse terrain. The wooded shorelines create a sense of seclusion despite the lake's size, with secluded coves beckoning kayakers and anglers to explore beyond the main waters.
Geological RegionFoothills of the Ozark Mountains
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Campsite details

AccessibilityAccessible picnic shelter accommodating up to 80 guests; area described as accessible.
Total Campsitesnull campsites
Recommended CampsitesLake View trail is accessible from Eagle Point with options to cross the dam or visit Peoples Creek. The scenic overlook is recommended for views and small ceremonies (permit required).

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Guests Allowed Per Site
Picnic shelter accommodates up to 80 guests (shelter capacity stated).
Groups
The accessible picnic shelter accommodates up to 80 guests and is described as an ideal location for large gatherings and small wedding ceremonies (permit required).
Tents
Tents are not allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are not allowed
Primitive
Primitive are not allowed
Reservable
Reservations are not allowed

Site layoutFacilities include an accessible picnic shelter (fits 80 guests), a scenic overlook with extended platform on a bluff, a volleyball court and flush toilets. Restroom and picnic areas were replaced in 2021.
Open and Closed SeasonYear-round
Cancellation PolicyPermit required for small wedding ceremonies.

Amenities available

Picnic tables
Flush toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Eagle Point provides access to lake-based and trail-based recreation at Wappapello Lake, with boating and paddling opportunities, trails for hiking and biking, and facilities suitable for picnicking and small ceremonies. Hunting and fishing are noted as popular year-round activities in the area.
Hiking
Hiking is available via the Lake View trail accessible from the area and the lake's network of nine trail systems; options include routes across the dam or to Peoples Creek.
Fishing
Fishing on Wappapello Lake is described as a popular year-round activity.
Biking
Biking is available on one of the lake's nine trail systems and is promoted for all ages and abilities.
Boating
Wappapello Lake is described as a boater's paradise with secluded coves, islands and wooded shorelines; kayaking is specifically mentioned.
Water Sports
Kayaking
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Campground rules

  • Pets are not allowed

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Humidity: 70%
Wind: 3.6 mph
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Proximity to water featuresLocated near the dam on Wappapello Lake; bluff and overlook directly face the lake. Wappapello Lake is 8,400 surface-acres and is fed by the St. Francis River.

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On the north end of the Wappapello Dam (Eagle Point is not at the physical address listed above).
Driving directionsEagle Point is on the north end of the Wappapello Dam (it is not at the physical address listed above). From St. Louis: Take I-55 south to Route 67, then go south on 67 to Highway D. Take Highway D south for 20 miles to the intersection of D and T. Look for signs. From Poplar Bluff: Take Route 60 east to Route T. Take Route T north for 22 miles and look for signs.
Accessible via I-55 and Route 67 (from St. Louis) and Route 60 and Route T (from Poplar Bluff); follow Highway D and local signs to the north end of Wappapello Dam.
Nearby places
Mingo Wildlife Refuge approximately 10.8 miles
Lake Wappapello State Park approximately 17 miles
Sam A. Baker State Park approximately 34 miles.

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Last updated December 10, 2025
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