Big M
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — CASSVILLE · Missouri · Table Rock Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Table Rock Lake |
| Location | CASSVILLE · Missouri · Table Rock Lake · 36.55778, -93.67667 · Map |
| Sites | 61 public sites counted from the federal listing — 39 standard nonelectric; 22 standard 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 23 of 61 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 23 of 61 sites Sewer hookups at 12 of 61 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 12 of 61 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 65 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 55 sites · 30 ft: 46 sites · 35 ft: 34 sites · 40 ft: 27 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 | Gate attendants are happy to help you with your inquiries, but cannot make reservations over the phone. Please call (877) 444-6777 for reservations. |
| Check-in / out | In 04:00 PM · Out 03:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 62 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 417-271-3190 |
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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 2026-05-23.
From the official listing
Overview Big M is a spacious and grassy campground that sits along the White River Arm of Table Rock Lake in the Missouri countryside.
Big M provides plenty of sites with a panoramic view of the beautiful Table Rock Lake, surrounded by the scenic foothills of the Ozark Mountains. Recreation Whether on water or land, Big M Campground offers visitors countless recreational activities. Picnicking, swimming, scuba diving, boating, fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing are all popular pastimes at the park.
With a large marina located just a short walking distance from the campsites, boating and fishing enthusiasts will find they have everything they need to enjoy the deep, clear waters of Table Rock Lake. While the lake boasts an abundance of crappie, catfish, and bluegill, Table Rock is most famous for bass, and is acclaimed as one of the best bass fishing lakes in this hemisphere. Multiple fishing tournaments are hosted yearly and anglers will there is no shortage of Largemouth, Smallmouth, White or Spotted bass.
For visitors interested in staying near shore, a designated swimming beach near the campground's volleyball court, offers a convenient way to cool off during warm summer months. Table Rock Lakeshore Trail, about 2 miles long, runs from the Dewey Short Visitor Center to the Table Rock State Park Marina. During the spring hikers will see dogwood, serviceberry and redbud trees in bloom as well as many wildflower species. During the autumn months, visitors are treated to nature's colorful fall foliage. The trail also offers beautiful views of Table Rock Lake.
Other hiking and mountain biking opportunities are available at the Mark Twain National Forest, parts of which are easily accessible from the campground. Click here for more information. Facilities Big M Campground offers 61 reservable sites. Amenities like hot showers, drinking water, a dump station and electric hookups create a comfortable camping experience.
A swim area, marina, boat ramp, playground and volleyball court make the campground perfect for family trips. Natural Features Table Rock Lake is a beautiful body of water surrounded by a forest of oak and hickory trees. Its waters wind down through the valleys and hollows of the Ozark Mountains, from Branson, Missouri to Eureka Springs, Arkansas.
More than five million visitors per year take advantage of this recreational oasis. Originally built for flood control, the Table Rock Dam has created a lake that boasts 779 miles of shoreline for the public to enjoy. Nearby Attractions The Dewey Short Visitors Center is located at the south end of Table Rock Dam. It offers three educational films focused on the history of the dam, the story of Lewis and Clark and the history of eagles and their endangerment in the state of Missouri. The visitor center also contains exhibits on the natural history of the area.
Directions, from the listing
From Cassville, Missouri, travel east on State Route 76 for 9 miles. Turn onto the Highway M access road and follow signs into the campground.
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Trip Card — Big M
CASSVILLE · Missouri · Table Rock Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | CASSVILLE · Missouri · Table Rock Lake |
| Fees | Gate attendants are happy to help you with your inquiries, but cannot make reservations over the phone. Please call (877) 444-6777 for reservations. |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 23 · full hookups at 12 |
| Max RV | Up to 65 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 61 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232526 · 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.