Baxter
Open for the 2026 season. Operating season runs from early May through mid-September. Reservations available via Recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance. 14-day stay limit per 30-day period.
Forest Order 09-05-21-26-03 National Forest System Road 566 Closure
This is a temporary closure for FS Road 566 up to Coy Bald Trailhead to avoid risk of entrapment from flooding waters during the peak rain season. Access to the Coy Bald Trailhead requires crossing U.S. Army Corps of Engineers land—and traversing the Cane Creek low‑water crossing, a…
Weather Conditions
Please check weather conditions prior to visiting. Forecasts can be found:National Weather Service - Springfield, MO Severe Weather Potential National Weather Service - Springfield, MO (Facebook) Safety Tips are available: Brave the Elements Ready.gov - Floods Severe Weather Tornadoes
McCormack Lake, Markham Springs and Beaver Lake Low Water Levels
Visitors to McCormack Lake, Beaver Lake, and Markham Springs mill pond may notice lower water levels than normal. Be aware that lowering of water levels can leave slick mud or other trip hazards that aren’t normally encountered. Please be extra careful walking around the edge of the lakes during…
About
Baxter Campground occupies a spacious, sunny location on the White River Arm of Table Rock Lake, surrounded by oak and hickory forests in the Ozark Mountains. Managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the campground features 54 sites with 49 offering water and 30-amp electric hookups. Facilities include hot showers, flush toilets, drinking water, and a dump station. The campground provides direct access to Table Rock Lake's 779 miles of shoreline. A swim beach, boat ramp, and playground are on-site, while the adjacent Baxter Marina offers fuel, fishing licenses, and boat rentals. The lake is acclaimed for exceptional bass fishing alongside crappie, catfish, and bluegill. Hiking and mountain biking opportunities abound in the nearby Mark Twain National Forest. The Dewey Short Visitor Center at Table Rock Dam offers educational exhibits on the area's natural and cultural history. Branson is 23 miles away for supplies and additional attractions.
Directions
From Lampe, Missouri, continue onto Highway 13 and turn west onto Highway H. Continue nearly 5 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $16 - $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 102ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 102ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (417) 779-5370 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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