Viola

Table Rock Lake

Viola sits along the Kings River Arm of Table Rock Lake in the Missouri countryside. Boaters and water sports enthusiasts are particularly drawn to Viola for its easy access to the clear blue waters of Table Rock Lake.

Viola Campground offers 56 reservable campsites. Amenities like hot showers, drinking water, a dump station and electric hookups create a comfortable camping experience.

Need to Know

• Large rigs may have trouble navigating these campground roads.  

• No off-road vehicles permitted

• One tent and one RV or two tents are allowed per campsite

• Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
• All pets must be penned, caged or on a 6 foot leash at all times, No Exceptions!!!
• Sanitation, No dumping of household trash, gray water, rubbish, black water or any other waste material or waste liquid. All waste generated must deposed of at the dump station or removed from the project lands.
• Persons bring animals onto project lands are responsible for the proper removal and disposal of any waste produced by these animals.
• Failure to pay day use fees, and or properly display applicable receipt, permit or pass is prohibited.
• No parking in the grass, this is a violation of project land rules!!!

• Camping at one or more campsites at any one water resource project for a period longer than 14 days during any 30 consecutive day period is prohibited without the written permission of the District Commander.

• STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec.

• Please be advised that providing business services within a USACE campground is prohibited per Title 327.18(a) The engaging in or solicitation of business on project lands or waters without the express written permission of the District Commander is prohibited. This includes services such as RV or tent delivery & set-up, firewood sales and delivery.

• All discounted passes (Golden Age, Senior Lifetime, Senior Annual, Access) must be physically present apon arival. Fraudulant use of a Golden Age or Golden Access Passport (Printouts, photos ect.) is prohibited and will not be discounted. 

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.

Nearby Attractions

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 about the natural history of the area. Those visitors arriving by boat can take advantage of the courtesy dock.

Viola Campground is about 36 miles from Branson, Missouri, which offers grocery stores, gas and additional tourist attractions.

Recreation

Whether on water or land, Viola Campground offers visitors countless recreational activities. Picnicking, swimming, scuba diving, boating, fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing are all popular pastimes at the park. Kings River Marina, located in the Viola Recreation Area offers everything from fuel to equipment rentals, to boat storage for visitors. Fishing licenses can also be purchased at the marina and anglers can go from there to try their hand at the excellent bass fishing the lake provides. Adjacent to the Marina, a playground, boat ramp and designated swimming area, each provide endless avenues for outdoors entertainment.

Contact Information

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27501 BIG ROCK ROAD SHELL KNOB MO 65747-9682

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 417-858-3904

Rental Options

Learn more about gear rental options for your trip

Driving Directions

From Shell Knob, Missouri, take Highway 39 south for 7 miles and turn west to campground entrance.

Available Campsites

• Site 51, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 22, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 58, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 19, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 30, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 47, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 20, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 48, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 07, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 21, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 09, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 37, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 26, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 29, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 46, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 38, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 49, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 39, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 01, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 32, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 55, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 06, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 17, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 31, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 56, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 52, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 35, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 23, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 42, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 28, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 27, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 41, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 24, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 57, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 36, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 04, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 25, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 43, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 03, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 33, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 34, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 45, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 44, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 18, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 53, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 02, Loop VIOL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 08, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 50, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric
• Site 05, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 54, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 40, Loop VIOL, Type Standard Electric

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