Big M
Big M is a spacious and grassy campground that sits along the White River Arm of Table Rock Lake in the Missouri countryside. Big M provides plenty of sites with a panoramic view of the beautiful Table Rock Lake, surrounded by the scenic foothills of the Ozark Mountains.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 39 |
| Standard with electric | 22 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
61 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Standard | Back-in | 15 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 02 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 03 | Standard | Back-in | 27 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 04 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 05 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 06 | Standard | Back-in | 33 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 07 | Standard | Back-in | 36 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 08 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 09 | Standard | Back-in | 48 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 10 | Standard | Back-in | 22 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | 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, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 65 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Gate attendants are happy to help you with your inquiries, but cannot make reservations over the phone. |
Big M Campground offers 61 reservable sites. Amenities like hot showers, drinking water, a dump station and electric hookups create a comfortable camping experience. A swim area, marina, boat ramp, playground and volleyball court make the campground perfect for family trips.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Cassville, Missouri, travel east on State Route 76 for 9 miles. Turn onto the Highway M access road and follow signs into the campground.
| Nearest town | Cassville, Missouri |
| Coordinates | 36.5578° N, 93.6767° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 8.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Adventure Mountain Outfitters ↗ | 11.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | Youngblood RV ↗ | 46.9 mi |
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Public land it sits in
Piney Creek Wilderness begins about 7.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 7.2 miPiney Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 8,184 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
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Natural features
Table Rock Lake is a beautiful body of water surrounded by a forest of oak and hickory trees. Its waters wind down through the valleys and hollows of the Ozark Mountains, from Branson, Missouri to Eureka Springs, Arkansas. More than five million visitors per year take advantage of this recreational oasis. Originally built for flood control, the Table Rock Dam has created a lake that boasts 779 miles of shoreline for the public to enjoy.
Recreation
Whether on water or land, Big M Campground offers visitors countless recreational activities. Picnicking, swimming, scuba diving, boating, fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing are all popular pastimes at the park. With a large marina located just a short walking distance from the campsites, boating and fishing enthusiasts will find they have everything they need to enjoy the deep, clear waters of Table Rock Lake. While the lake boasts an abundance of crappie, catfish, and bluegill, Table Rock is most famous for bass, and is acclaimed as one of the best bass fishing lakes in this hemisphere. Multiple fishing tournaments are hosted yearly and anglers will there is no shortage of Largemouth, Smallmouth, White or Spotted bass. For visitors interested in staying near shore, a designated swimming beach near the campground's volleyball court, offers a convenient way to cool off during warm summer months. Table Rock Lakeshore Trail, about 2 miles long, runs from the Dewey Short Visitor Center to the Table Rock State Park Marina. During the spring hikers will see dogwood, serviceberry and redbud trees in bloom as well as many wildflower species.
Nearby
The Dewey Short Visitors Center is located at the south end of Table Rock Dam. It offers three educational films focused on the history of the dam, the story of Lewis and Clark and the history of eagles and their endangerment in the state of Missouri. The visitor center also contains exhibits on the natural history of the area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Big M?
Sites at Big M are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Big M?
Gate attendants are happy to help you with your inquiries, but cannot make reservations over the phone.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Big M?
Check-in 04:00 PM, checkout 03:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Big M have?
62 sites, including 39 standard sites without power and 22 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Big M?
The longest site here provides 65 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 Big M have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Big M?
Amenities like hot showers, drinking water, a dump station and electric hookups create a comfortable camping experience.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Big M?
Yes, pets are allowed at Big M. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Big M?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Big M?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Big M?
Whether on water or land, Big M Campground offers visitors countless recreational activities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Big M?
Cassville, Missouri. The Dewey Short Visitors Center is located at the south end of Table Rock Dam.
Source: Getting there