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Eagle Point Recreation Area
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Wappapello · Missouri · Wappapello Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Wappapello Lake |
| Location | Wappapello · Missouri · Wappapello Lake · 36.93461, -90.27728 · Map |
| Sites | 1 public sites counted from the federal listing — 1 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 1 of 1 sites (up to 15 amp where reported) Water hookups at 1 of 1 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 1 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 1 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 | Not reported in the federal data |
| 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 | Group Shelter Electric ($50.00) |
| Check-in / out | In 8:00 AM · Out 10:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 1 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | PlaygroundWater spigots |
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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 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Eagle Point day-use area provides a beautiful and grassy setting near the dam on Wappapello Lake. The park offers an accessible picnic shelter accommodating up to 80 guests, making it an ideal location for a large gathering of friends and family.
Click here to take a virtual tour of the facilities at Wappapello Lake. Recreation Wappapello Lake can be a boater's paradise with a string of secluded coves, islands and wooded shorelines. Hunting, fishing and kayaking are popular activities year-round. Hiking and biking on one of the Lake's 9 trail systems provides opportunities for all ages and abilities. The Shell Lake Archery Trail is a unique destination for achery enthusiasts.
Facilities The accessible picnic shelter fits 80 guests. The area includes a scenic overlook, volleyball court and flush toilets. From the bluff, an extended platform overlooks the lake -- a popular location for small wedding ceremonies (permit required). The Lake View trail can be accessed here with options to go across the dam or visit Peoples Creek. The restroom and picnic areas were replaced in 2021
Natural Features Wappapello Lake is fed by the St. Francis River and boasts 8,400 surface-acres on a whopping 45,000-acre expanse of public land, in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (573) 222-7500. Nearby Attractions Explore the nearby Pine Ridge Nature trail, Shell Lake Archery Trail and Wappapllo Wildflower Trail and Greenhouse areas or St. Francis River. The Mingo Wildlife Refuge is approximately 10.8 miles from Eagle Point Recreation Area. The Lake Wappapello State Park is approximately 17 miles away, and the Sam A. Baker State park is 34 miles away from Eagle Point Recreation Area. The Bill Emerson Memorial Visitor Center--located near the gatehouse, south of the dam-- offers more information on the area as well as recreation.
Directions, from the listing
Eagle Point is not at the physical address listed above. It is on the north end of the Wappapello Dam.
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.
Nearest federal campgrounds
1 mi straight-line · Wappapello MissouriUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersSpillway Recreation Area
1 mi straight-line · WAPPAPELLO MissouriUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersPeoples Creek
1 mi straight-line · Wappapello MissouriUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersSnow Creek Campground
5 mi straight-line · Williamsville MissouriUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersGreenville Recreation Area
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Trip Card — Eagle Point Recreation Area
Wappapello · Missouri · Wappapello Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | Wappapello · Missouri · Wappapello Lake |
| Fees | Group Shelter Electric ($50.00) |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 1 |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 1 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233686 · 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.