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Table Rock Lake - COE/Old Highway 86
Overview
Old Highway 86 Park is a scenic Corps of Engineers destination perched on the sparkling shores of Table Rock Lake. Known for its stunning peninsula views and direct water access, this campground offers a peaceful escape into the heart of the Ozark Mountains. Unlike the bustling commercial hubs nearby, this park prioritizes natural beauty and quiet evenings, making it a favorite for travelers who want to reconnect with the outdoors while enjoying well-maintained government facilities.
Location & Surroundings
Located in Blue Eye, Missouri, just a short distance from the Arkansas border, the park is situated on a picturesque peninsula surrounded by the clear waters of Table Rock Lake. The terrain is characterized by rolling hills and dense hardwood forests that provide excellent shade during the summer months. Its position on the lake's southern end offers a more secluded atmosphere compared to the northern stretches near Branson, providing a truly tranquil lakeside environment for visitors.
Amenities & Park Features
The park features numerous campsites equipped with electric hookups, accommodating both smaller trailers and larger motorhomes. Guests have access to essential facilities designed for comfort and convenience, including:
- Centrally located dump station and potable water spigots.
- A designated swimming beach and an easy-access boat launch ramp.
- Onsite nature trails that offer scenic overlooks and birdwatching opportunities.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
While the lake is the primary draw for world-class fishing and boating, there are plenty of regional highlights to explore. Dogwood Canyon Nature Park is just a short drive away, offering tram tours and trout fishing. For those seeking entertainment, the vibrant shows and shopping of Branson, Missouri are roughly 30 minutes away. This proximity allows guests to enjoy the excitement of Silver Dollar City during the day before returning to the quiet of their campsite.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for boating enthusiasts and anglers who want quick access to the water. It is also an excellent choice for families looking for a classic camping experience with swimming and hiking opportunities. If you prefer a quiet, nature-centric stay over the high-energy environment of a resort town, Old Highway 86 provides the perfect balance of accessibility and peaceful seclusion in the Ozarks.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Jan Johnson
Stayed at this COE several times - beautiful place, big camp sites and extremely clean bathhouse. Nice playground area and beach. Quiet area yet close to all the Branson attractions. Easy on/out dump station
Denny Dalton
One of our favorite campgrounds! All the staff are super friendly and actually have became friends of ours. The grounds are clean, from the sites, fire pits, restrooms, and showers. Beautiful peaceful views of the lake.
terry hooper
This COE campground has large sites that level. The showers are only warm water. Many sites have a nice view of the lake.
Melanie Craig
The grounds are well kept. It's right by Table Rock Lake. Rhe Camp Host were amazing. We were first time out of state rivers. there was a problem with our electricity at the pole and they helped us by pass the problem for the night. We got there later so maintenance was no longer on duty. They sent maintenance over first thing in the morning to repair the pole and we were set. We also had a slight drip at the water in take and we didn't have any washers so they provided us with one and even put it in for us. They came by a few times during our 3 day stay to ask if everything was good. The lady cleaning the restrooms even stopped and asked if she good give the dogs treats. I just really cannot say enough good about this campground. Anytime we go back to Branson this is most definitely where we are staying!
Donna Elmore
We love this campground. It's always kept clean The host are extremely friendly and helpful. Big shout out to Ken who helped us get in our camper when it locked us out. Faulty lock.🙁
Jo Coner
A lovely place to set up camping for a few days. Clean shower house and grounds. Most spaces are on the lake.
Stormer Too
The hosts, Norm & Rhonda Taft, are amazing! So very helpful, they over deivered in every way. From the ease of completing the entry process, to leading us to our site, asked if we needed anything, made sure we were safely in our spot. In addition, they were helpful with getting late arriving family memebers through the same process. These folks couldn't of been more helpful!!! The campground is WELL kept, asphalt sites, bordered with stone, picnic tables, dependable-clean electricity, 40psi water pressure, easy dump on the way out(no sewer at each camping site). What a beautiful view of Table Rock Lake!!!
Brent Mayberry
This place is beautiful. Very spacious sites. Camp host are great. Bathroom/ Showers are very clean. We love it here!
Kayla Campbell
This is a great, family friendly COE campground! Not a bad spot there. The hosts were super friendly. Sites are paved and level - great for biking! Plenty of good fishing spots. There is a playground, basketball goal and a swim beach. And, if your lucky, The Branson Belle cruises right by your camp site!
Brian Schwarz
Pretty fantastic campground and RV park about 20 minutes southwest of Branson. Check online (recreation.gov) for openings of the great campgrounds around Branson & Table Rock Lake. There are a few gems, and this one is a sweet, quiet location with primarily RV camping, but we set our tent up on the end of the large paved parking pad. This also allowed us to cook out on the grill/fire pit without smoke going right at our tent. Again, even with a pretty full campground, people were respectful of each other for the most part and kept noise levels down. We enjoyed the lake being at our toes, and amenities of Old 86 location include nice bathroom, showers, fishing, and roped swimming areas in Table Rock. Our childrenloved to catch crawdads/crayfish and enjoy the water. Small playground and basketball hoop available, and some great walking areas. Hook-ups for water and power were convenient and easily accessible. Our biggest challenge was trying to drive tent stakes into the ridiculously rocky Ozarks dirt, so we resorted to tying our tent lines around heavy rocks found nearby. In October, the Fall leaves were turning brilliant colors. Overall, it was a great experience of camping with family, and we'll enjoy revisiting this one.