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Shawnee 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 · 38.25889, -93.42194 · Map |
| Sites | 2 public sites counted from the federal listing — 2 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 0 of 2 sites Water hookups at 0 of 2 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 2 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 2 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 60 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 2 sites · 30 ft: 2 sites · 35 ft: 2 sites · 40 ft: 2 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 9:00 AM · Out 10:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 2 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 2 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 660-438-7317 |
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 Shawnee Bend 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 Shawnee Bend is an excellent fishing location. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.
A playground and sandy beach make the area perfect for families.
Facilities This year-round day-use area offers two large group picnic shelters. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, playgrounds, swimming beach, boat ramp and drinking water.
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 Highway 7, travel north on the Dam Access Road for 3 miles and follow signs into the park.
Nearest federal campgrounds
1 mi straight-line · WARSAW MissouriUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersLong Shoal
3 mi straight-line · WARSAW MissouriUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersThibaut Point
3 mi straight-line · WARSAW MissouriUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersOsage Bluff
5 mi straight-line · WARSAW MissouriUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersBerry Bend
6 mi straight-line · WARSAW Missouri
Trip Card — Shawnee 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 | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 60 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 2 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233625 · 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.