Big Lake State Park Shelters
This is a day-use picnic shelter, not an overnight campground. The shelter can be reserved for $35 per day through the Missouri State Parks reservation system. Reservations are accepted 30 days to 12 months in advance online; for dates less than 30 days out, contact the park directly.
Flood Warning issued June 11 at 1:49PM CDT until June 13 at 1:42PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Missouri... Platte River near Agency affecting Buchanan County. Tarkio River at Fairfax affecting Atchison and Holt Counties. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Tarkio River at Fairfax. * WHEN...From this evening to Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 17.0 feet, Low-lying farm fields begin to flood. At 18.0 feet, U.S. Highway 59 north of Fairfax begins to flood. At 19.0 feet, Flooding begins in the vicinity of Corning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1:15 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 9.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late this evening to a crest of 19.9 feet tomorrow morning. It will then fall below flood stage early tomorrow afternoon. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Big Lake State Park Shelters refers to the reservable picnic shelter located in the day-use area of this 407-acre state park in northwest Missouri. The shelter is designed for group gatherings and special events, offering electricity and capacity for approximately 75 guests. This is a day-use facility only and does not accommodate overnight camping. The shelter sits within a park known for its access to Big Lake, the largest remaining oxbow lake in Missouri. The day-use area includes restrooms, a playground, and picnic tables. Visitors can combine their shelter rental with fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing at the adjacent wetlands. For overnight accommodations, the park offers a separate campground with basic, electric, and full-hookup sites, as well as eight premium camper cabins overlooking the lake. The shelter reservation is distinct from these camping options.
Directions
Located at 204 Lake Shore Drive, Craig, MO 64437. The park is in Holt County in northwest Missouri, adjacent to Big Lake.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| moparks@dnr.mo.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (660) 771-6341 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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