Cape Fair
Cape Fair is a spacious and shady campground that sits along the James River Arm of Table Rock Lake. Perfect for water and nature lovers alike, Cape Fair campground provides a scenic escape in the beautiful foothills of the Ozark Mountains.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 46 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 72 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
47 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 | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 02 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 03 | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 04 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 05 | Electric | Back-in | 44 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 06 | Electric | Back-in | 43 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 07 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 08 | Electric | Pull-through | 44 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 09 | Electric | Pull-through | 44 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 10 | Electric | Back-in | 51 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 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 |
| Max vehicle length | 72 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. |
Cape Fair Campground offers 45 reservable campsites, along with one large reservable group picnic shelter. With a good number of sites along the waterfront and almost all sites offering stunning views of the lake, visitors can't go wrong with Cape Fair Campground. Amenities like hot showers, drinking water, a dump station and electric hookups create a comfortable camping experience. While a large swim area, boat ramp, playground and marina provide the perfect everything you need for endless family-friendly entertainment.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Reeds Spring, Missouri, head south on Highway 13 for 1.4 miles. Turn West onto Highway 76 and continue for 8 miles to Cape Fair. Turn southwest onto Lake Road 76-82 and follow signs to the campground.
| Nearest town | Cape Fair, Missouri |
| Coordinates | 36.7225° N, 93.5317° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 10.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Adventure Mountain Outfitters ↗ | 25.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Youngblood RV ↗ | 33.2 mi |
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Cape Fair Campground Tour | Cape Fair, MO
Trails nearby
- 3.9 miPiney Creek Wilderness Trail ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4.1 miPiney Creek - South Loop3.6 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4.4 miPiney Creek-Tower Loop3.7 mi trail · hiking, horse
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Piney Creek Wilderness begins about 3.1 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 3.1 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
- Stone County CourthouseBuilding · Galena · 6.7 mi
- Y BridgeStructure · Galena · 6.9 mi
- Levi Morrill PostBuilding · Reeds Spring · 11.2 mi
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, Cape Fair Campground offers visitors countless recreational activities. But above all, this is a fisherman's favorite--Its location on the upper James River Arm affords visitors the opportunity to be near some of the best fishing action on Table Rock Lake. With plenty of campsites located right near the water's edge, visitors don't even have to leave the campground to find excellent fishing along the campground's spacious shoreline. For visitors looking to get out on the water, the Cape Fair Boat Dock and Marina can service all of your boating needs, including fuel, storage and equipment rentals. Popular activities include water skiing, wakeboarding and tubing on the bright blue waters of Table Rock Lake. A large swimming beach is located on the left side of the campground, within walking distance of a picnic area. Visitors can make a day of picnicking by the water, soaking up the sun and cooling off in the lake. 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. Cape Fair Campground is about 25 miles from Branson, Missouri, which offers grocery stores, gas and additional tourist attractions.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Cape Fair?
Sites at Cape Fair 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 Cape Fair?
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 Cape Fair?
Check-in 04:00 PM, checkout 03:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Cape Fair have?
47 sites, including 46 standard sites with power and 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Cape Fair?
The longest site here provides 72 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 Cape Fair have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Cape Fair?
Amenities like hot showers, drinking water, a dump station and electric hookups create a comfortable camping experience.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Cape Fair?
Yes, pets are allowed at Cape Fair. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Cape Fair?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Cape Fair?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, 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 Cape Fair?
Whether on water or land, Cape Fair Campground offers visitors countless recreational activities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Cape Fair?
Cape Fair, Missouri. The Dewey Short Visitors Center is located at the south end of Table Rock Dam.
Source: Getting there