Berry Bend
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — WARSAW · Missouri · Harry S. Truman Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Harry S. Truman Lake |
| Location | WARSAW · Missouri · Harry S. Truman Lake · 38.19972, -93.51000 · Map |
| Sites | 93 public sites counted from the federal listing — 91 standard electric; 2 group shelter electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 95 of 93 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 45 of 93 sites Sewer hookups at 8 of 93 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 8 of 93 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 75 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 95 sites · 30 ft: 95 sites · 35 ft: 95 sites · 40 ft: 95 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 6:00 PM · Out 6:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 95 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 10 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | Vault toiletsWater spigots |
| Phone | 660-438-3872 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Berry Bend Campground sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.
Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, and boating. Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.
Recreation Berry Bend Area is an excellent fishing location. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.
Several miles of trails are available for hikers and horses within Berry Bend. The Park Trail is a 2.5 mile trail that is a great hike for beginners and those wanting to explore the area. The West Trail is approximately 10 miles and traverses many steep ridges and valleys, while the East Trail is approximately 16 miles and is somewhat more level and overlooks the lake in several areas. Both the West and the East trails have cut through trails for riders that dont wish to go the entire route.
Facilities This large campground offers two loops, B and C Loop with a total of 91 sites. B loop consists of 7 campsites that are very spacious with full hook-ups including 50-amp electricity, water, and sewage. There is a flush restroom in B loop, but no showers. B loop campers needing shower facilities must use the shower house in C Loop.
C Loop offers 86 sites. Sites 39-78 are 50-amp with water while the remainder of C loop is 30-amp with dispersed hydrants. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities, and a dump station. A boat ramp and playground offer additional recreation opportunities.
Natural Features Harry S Truman Reservoir lies among the rolling hills and rocky bluffs of the Ozark Plateau. Mature hardwoods of Oak and Hickory with cedar trees mixed in cover the area.
Wildlife such as whitetail deer, turkey, hawks, ospreys, eagles, and many different water birds can be found in and around the park.
An abundance of fish such as crappie, bass, walleye, paddlefish, blue and channel catfish can also be found in Harry S Truman Reservoir. Approximately 8,800 acres of standing timber were left in the lake to provide quality aquatic habitat.
Nearby Attractions The 950 miles of shoreline around Truman Lake provide plentiful opportunities for fun in the outdoors. Many parks surround the lake, including Harry S. Truman State Park.
The Harry S. Truman Visitor Center sits atop Kaysinger Bluff and provides a spectacular view of the dam and reservoir. Exhibits provide information about the rich history of the Osage River Valley from pre-civilization to modern day. Waterfowl, bald eagles and turkey vultures are commonly seen from the observation deck.
Directions, from the listing
From Z Highway, travel approximately 2 miles south on the Berry Bend Access Road.
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Trip Card — Berry Bend
WARSAW · Missouri · Harry S. Truman Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | WARSAW · Missouri · Harry S. Truman Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 95 · full hookups at 8 |
| Max RV | Up to 75 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 93 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233425 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.