Missouri / Benton County

Thibaut Point

Closed — Closed for the season. Opens April 15 and operates through September 30 or October 15. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.

About

Thibaut Point Park sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake among the rolling hills and rocky bluffs of the Ozark Plateau. The campground offers 44 total sites, with 39 featuring 50-amp electric and water hookups and 5 primitive sites. Group camping options include Group Camp A with 19 30-amp sites and a central pavilion, and Group Camp C with primitive tent camping and a large fire pit. Two day-use group picnic shelters with lights and electric outlets are available for large gatherings. The campground provides flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, a playground, basketball court, dump station, swimming beach, and boat ramp. The lake is renowned for fishing, with abundant crappie, largemouth bass, blue and flathead catfish, walleye, and paddlefish. Approximately 8,800 acres of standing timber were intentionally left in the lake to provide quality aquatic habitat. Boating and swimming are popular activities. The surrounding area features mature oak and hickory hardwoods mixed with cedar trees. Wildlife viewing opportunities include whitetail deer, turkey, hawks, ospreys, bald eagles, and various waterfowl. The lake's 950 miles of shoreline provide extensive outdoor recreation opportunities. Nearby attractions include Harry S. Truman State Park and the Harry S. Truman Visitor Center atop Kaysinger Bluff.

Directions

From Highway 65, take Highway T west for 3 miles. Turn south on Georgetown Ave and follow for a mile, following signs into the park.

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