Baxter

Photo · Jennifer Mullins, Park Ranger

Not publishedStatus

ReservableAccess

54Sites

102 ftMax rig

The place

Baxter is a spacious and sunny campground that sits along the White River Arm of Table Rock Lake. The highly productive fishing waters of the White River Arm will appeal to anglers, while the Baxter full-service marina offers everything a boater needs from fuel to fishing licenses. Recreation Whether on water or land, Baxter Campground offers visitors countless recreational activities. Picnicking, swimming, scuba diving, boating, fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing are all popular pastimes at the park. Keep reading

Water sports including tubing, wakeboarding and water skiing are extremely popular on the deep, clear, beautiful waters of Table Rock Lake. The Baxter marina provides rentals from ski boats to life vests, meeting any of your recreation needs. 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. 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 Baxter Campground offers 54 reservable sites. Amenities like hot showers, drinking water, a dump station and electric hookups create a comfortable camping experience. A swim area, boat ramp, playground and nearby full-service marina 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. Baxter Campground is only 23 miles from Branson, Missouri, which offers grocery stores, gas and additional tourist attractions.

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The sites · 54

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric
BAXTER	01	standard electric	49 ft	50
BAXTER	02	standard electric	49 ft	50
BAXTER	03	standard electric	55 ft	50
BAXTER	04	standard electric	51 ft	50
BAXTER	05	standard electric	49 ft	50
BAXTER	06	standard electric	38 ft	50
BAXTER	07	standard electric	40 ft	50
BAXTER	08	standard electric	30 ft	50
BAXTER	09	standard electric	53 ft	50
BAXTER	10	standard electric	42 ft	50
BAXTER	11	standard electric	43 ft	50
BAXTER	12	standard electric	36 ft	50
BAXTER	13	standard electric	55 ft	50
BAXTER	14	standard electric	50 ft	50
BAXTER	15	standard electric	51 ft	50
BAXTER	16	standard electric	52 ft	50
BAXTER	17	standard electric	50 ft	50
BAXTER	18	standard electric	48 ft	50
BAXTER	19	standard electric	49 ft	50
BAXTER	20	standard electric	50 ft	50
BAXTER	21	standard electric	52 ft	50
BAXTER	22	standard electric	54 ft	50
BAXTER	23	standard electric	35 ft	50
BAXTER	24	standard electric	49 ft	50
BAXTER	25	standard electric	54 ft	50
BAXTER	26	standard electric	50 ft	50
BAXTER	27	standard electric	56 ft	50
BAXTER	28	standard electric	46 ft	50
BAXTER	29	standard nonelectric	31 ft	—
BAXTER	30	standard nonelectric	50 ft	—
BAXTER	31	standard electric	51 ft	50
BAXTER	32	management	48 ft	—
BAXTER	33	standard nonelectric	48 ft	—
BAXTER	34	standard electric	70 ft	50
BAXTER	35	standard nonelectric	49 ft	—
BAXTER	36	standard electric	48 ft	50
BAXTER	37	standard electric	46 ft	50
BAXTER	38	standard electric	35 ft	50
BAXTER	39	standard electric	42 ft	50
BAXTER	40	standard electric	37 ft	50
BAXTER	41	standard electric	37 ft	50
BAXTER	42	standard electric	102 ft	50
BAXTER	43	standard electric	62 ft	50
BAXTER	44	standard electric	30 ft	50
BAXTER	45	standard electric	50 ft	50
BAXTER	46	standard electric	53 ft	50
BAXTER	47	standard electric	31 ft	50
BAXTER	48	standard electric	43 ft	50
BAXTER	49	standard electric	42 ft	50
BAXTER	50	standard electric	53 ft	50
BAXTER	51	standard electric	56 ft	50
BAXTER	52	standard electric	41 ft	50
BAXTER	53	standard electric	36 ft	50
BAXTER	54	standard electric	42 ft	50

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Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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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.

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Your representative

This campground sits in MO-07. This member’s public-lands record →

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