Long Shoal
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 · 38.27611, -93.46972 · Map |
| Sites | 95 public sites counted from the federal listing — 82 standard electric; 12 standard nonelectric; 1 group shelter nonelectric |
| 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 84 of 95 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 46 of 95 sites Sewer hookups at 2 of 95 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 1 of 95 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 103 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 97 sites · 30 ft: 97 sites · 35 ft: 97 sites · 40 ft: 97 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 97 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 6 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 660-438-2342 |
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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 Longshoal Park sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.
Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, swimming and boating.
Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour. Recreation Longshoal is an excellent fishing location. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.
Longshoal Marina is located within the park, offering convenient boat services for guests.
A sandy beach makes the area perfect for families.
Facilities Long Shoal campground offers 44 sites with 50-amp electric and water hookups, 38 sites with 30-amp electric hookups, 12 primitive sites, and 1 reservable day-use group shelter.
Recreation opportunities in the park include a boat ramp, picnic shelter, playground, swimming beach and marina.
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.
Longshoal Marina
Directions, from the listing
From Warsaw, Missouri, take Highway 7 for about 8 miles northwest. Follow signs into the campground.
Nearest federal campgrounds
3 mi straight-line · WARSAW MissouriUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersBledsoe Ferry
4 mi straight-line · WARSAW MissouriUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersThibaut Point
4 mi straight-line · WARSAW MissouriUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersBerry Bend
6 mi straight-line · WARSAW MissouriUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersOsage Bluff
7 mi straight-line · WARSAW Missouri
Trip Card — Long Shoal
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 84 · full hookups at 1 |
| Max RV | Up to 103 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 95 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233542 · 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.