River Run Park
River Run Park is conveniently located just below Powersite Dam allowing quick lake access for fishing or recreational watersports.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 32 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
32 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45 | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 2 | 45 | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 3 | 45 | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 4 | 45 | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 5 | 45 | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 6 | 45 | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 7 | 45 | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 8 | 45 | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 9 | 45 | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 10 | 45 | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 04:00 PM, checkout 03:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 1, 2, 3, 4 and 28 more are listed accessible |
River Run park contains 32 campsites with electric and water hookups. Flush toilets, showers, and a playground are also available.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Mountain Home, AR, travel north on State Route 5 for 24 miles to US 160. Follow 160 west for 45 miles to Forsyth, MO. Take a left on Hyw 76 W and the park entrance will be approximately one mile ahead on your right.
| Nearest town | Forsyth, Missouri |
| Coordinates | 36.6800° N, 93.1016° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 19.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Dynamic Earth ↗ | 33.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Youngblood RV ↗ | 35.2 mi |
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Explore
Video
River Run Family Campground-Loudonville, Ohio
Public land it sits in
Hercules-Glades Wilderness begins about 7.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 7.2 miHercules-Glades Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 12,423 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Swan Creek BridgeStructure · Forsyth · 1.7 mi
- Samuel T. and Mary B. Parnell HouseBuilding · Branson · 6.4 mi
- Branson City Park Historic DistrictHistoric district · Branson · 6.7 mi
Natural features
The campground in south-central Missouri just below the Powersite Dam on Bull Shoals Lake. Nearby, sturdy, green hardwoods and cedar glades encompass the rocky bluffs and unique rock formations of the mountains.
Recreation
Hiking, birding, all types of water sports, and in-season hunting are featured attractions. Spring and fall are the best seasons for fishing, but spotted bass, crappie and similar fish can be sought throughout the year.
Nearby
Visit the Jones Point State Wildlife Management Area for promising wildlife spotting and birding. The lively tourist town of Branson is just minutes away. Here, visitors can shop, dine and find live music.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at River Run Park?
Sites at River Run Park are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at River Run Park?
Check-in 04:00 PM, checkout 03:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does River Run Park have?
32 sites, including 32 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at River Run Park?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does River Run Park have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at River Run Park?
Flush toilets, showers, and a playground are also available.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at River Run Park?
Yes, pets are allowed at River Run Park. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at River Run Park?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at River Run Park?
Sites 1, 2, 3, and 4 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 32 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at River Run Park?
Hiking, birding, all types of water sports, and in-season hunting are featured attractions. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to River Run Park?
Forsyth, Missouri. Visit the Jones Point State Wildlife Management Area for promising wildlife spotting and birding.
Source: Getting there
What if River Run Park is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Beaver Creek (4.2 mi), Bar-K Wrangler Camp (13.5 mi, first-come), and Indian Point (14 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby


