Shell Knob Rec Site Pavilion
Open seasonally April through October. Day-use hours are 6 AM to 10 PM. No overnight camping is permitted at any time. Potable water is only available during warm weather months. The pavilion can be reserved through Recreation.gov.
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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
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About
Shell Knob Recreation Site occupies a scenic bluff overlooking the White River arm of Table Rock Lake near the unincorporated community of Shell Knob, Missouri. The site was once home to a Civilian Conservation Corps camp that operated from 1936 to 1942, and several historic features remain visible. The recreation area was developed through a partnership between the Forest Service and the Shell Knob Lions Club. The centerpiece is a lighted pavilion with kitchen facilities including a sink with hot and cold water, though no stove or refrigerator. Thirty picnic tables with grills are scattered throughout the heavily wooded grounds, along with two parking areas. Recreation facilities include a tennis court, sand volleyball court, double horseshoe pit, and playground. A short walking trail leads to a scenic overlook of Table Rock Lake. This is a day-use only facility. No overnight camping is permitted at any time of year. The pavilion can be reserved through Recreation.gov up to 12 months in advance, with reservations required at least 5 days before the visit date. A $25 key deposit is required when picking up the key at Harter House, refunded upon return.
Directions
From Shell Knob, take Highway 39 to Highway YY. Follow Highway YY 1 mile east to the entrance on the right (south) side of the road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| sm.fs.marktwainnf@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (417) 683-4428 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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