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Bidwell
Point
Description: This campground is a peninsular with many campsites set among a mixture of towering oak and pine trees, some with scenic views of the lake. There is a big beach area enjoyed by many.
Location: 9 miles northeast of Mountain Home on U.S. Highway 62, then 2 miles north on State Highway 101; cross bridge and take first access road to the right.
Facilities: 48 campsites (46 with (30 amp) electric hookups, 2 without), flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, sanitary dump station, launching ramp, swimming area, playground, and group shelter. For reservable campsite information please contact www.recreation.gov.
Fees: Basic $14, Electric $18-$20.
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Cranfield
Description: An “island” campground, accessed by a causeway, is closest to Mountain Home. All sites are well shaded.
Special Note : Please be advised that construction activities will be underway throughout this 2011 recreation season. Reservations may become available as construction is completed.
Location: 5.5 miles northeast of Mountain Home on U.S. Highway 62, then 2 miles north on Baxter County Road 34.
Facilities: 67 campsites with (30 amp) electric hookups, flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, sanitary dump station, launching ramp, swimming area, 2 group shelter, 0.75 mile nature trail, 2 playgrounds, amphitheater, and marina. For reservable campsite information please contact www.recreation.gov.
Fees: No Basic, Electric $20.
Open: April 1 – September 30.
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Dam
- Quarry Campground Area
Description: Year around camping is provided at this Class Campground is located along the North Fork River, downstream of the dam, and provides access to world-class trout fishing.
Location: 3 miles northeast of Norfork on State Highway 5, then 2 miles east on State Highway 177, located on the river side of the dam.
Facilities: 68 campsites (25 sites with 50 amp electric and water hookups, 45 sites with 30 amp electric hookups), group shelter #3, flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, sanitary dump station, no individual sewer hookup at any of the campsites, river boat launching ramp, and 2 playgrounds. For reservable campsite information please contact www.recreation.gov.
Fees: No Basic, Electric $18 - $20.
Open:Year-round.
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- Quarry Campground Area Map
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Dam
- Quarry Shelter Area
Description: A large day use only area with many facilities, adjacent to Norfork Dam.
Location: 3 miles northeast of Norfork on State Highway 5, then 2 miles east on State Highway 177, located on the lakeside of the dam.
Facilities: Swimming area, launching ramp, picnic sites, group shelter #1, playground, volleyball court, basketball goal, vault toilet, drinking water, trailhead, and marina. Also has a group camp area with 7 sites (no hookups), vault toilet, and picnic shelter.
Fees: $50 picnic shelter, $60 group camp.
Open: Year-round.
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- Quarry Shelter Area Map
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Gamaliel
Description: This campground has excellent facilities and is located on the Bennetts Bayou area of the lake. Most sites are tucked in among the timber or have canopies over the picnic tables for shade. Most campsites do not have a view of the lake.
Location: 9 miles northeast of Mountain Home on U.S. Highway 62, then 4.5 miles north on State Highway 101, then 3 miles southeast on Baxter County Road 42.
Facilities: 64 campsites with (30) electric hookups, flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, sanitary dump station, launching ramp, swimming area, group shelter, playground, interpretive area, 1-mile nature trail, and marina. For reservable campsite information please contact www.recreation.gov.
Fees: No Basic, Electric $20.
Open: April 1 - September 30.
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Henderson
Description: This popular campground is on a peninsula in the central area of Norfork Lake. The campground is subject inundation due to high lake levels which has removed the native shade trees. Each campsite has a canopy over the table for shade. The campsites offer scenic lake views and are adjacent to Highway 62.
Location: 10 miles east of Mountain Home on U.S. Highway 62, cross lake on bridge and turn left.
Facilities: 38 campsites with (30) electric hookups, flush and vault toilets, drinking water, sanitary dump station, launching ramp, and marina. No reservations accepted. All campsites are first come, first served.
Fees: Basic 13 - Electric $17.
Open: April 1 - September 30.
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Jordan
Description: Located in the south east end of the lake, one of the only locations on the lake to have natural sand beaches. Towering pine trees shade the campsites several along the bluff overlooking the lake.
Location: 3 miles east of Norfork Dam on State Highway 177, then 3 miles north on Baxter County Road 64.
Facilities: 38 campsites (31 with electric hookups, 7 without), flush and vault toilets, drinking water, sanitary dump station, launching ramp, swimming area, group shelter, and marina. No reservations accepted. All campsites are first come, first served.
Fees: Basic $13 - Electric $18.
Open: April 1 - September 30.
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Panther
Bay
Description: Wooded campground provides good boating access to the central portion of the lake. It is adjacent to Highway 62.
Location: 9 miles east of Mountain Home on U.S. Highway 62, then 1 mile north on State Highway 101
Facilities: 28 campsites (15 with electricity, 7 without), Flush and vault toilets, Showers, drinking water, sanitary dump station, launching ramp, swimming area, group shelter, playground, and marina. No reservations accepted. All campsites are first come, first served.
Fees: Basic $9, Electric $18.
Open: April 1 - September 31.
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Robinson
Point
Description: This is one of the most popular parks in the central portion of Norfork Lake. There are 102 campsites scattered through the 25 plus acre campground. Two peninsulas have sites very near the water. In 2011 improvement construction is being performed in various locations of the campground, including new boat launching and swimming beach. Additional showers and flush toilets have been added for greater convenience.
Special Note : Please be advised that construction activities will be underway throughout this 2011 recreation season. Reservations may become available as construction is completed.
Location: 9 miles east of Mountain Home on U.S. Highway 62, then 2.5 miles south on Baxter County Road 279.
Facilities: 102 campsites with (30 amp)electric hookups, flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, sanitary dump station, launching ramp, swimming area, 3-mile National Recreation Trail, and playground. For reservable campsite information please contact www.recreation.gov.
Fees: No Basic, Electric $18 - $20.
Open: April 1 - October 31.
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Point
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Tecumseh
Description: This campground meanders along the North Fork of the White River and is a very popular location for canoeing and fishing for Stripers and White Bass from the shoreline. This is a primitive campground with few amenities but a great for fishing and floating.
Location: Adjacent to U.S. Highway 160 at Tecumseh, MO.
Facilities: 7 sites with no hookups, vault toilets, drinking water, and launching ramp.
Fees: Basic $11, No Electric.
Open: April 1 - September 30.
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Udall
Description: Campground is in a river-like setting in an area known for good fishing. Most sites are well shaded.
Location: Off of Hwy 101 near Bakersfield, MO, 8.3 miles west on State Road O, then 0.7 miles on park access road.
Facilities: 7 sites with no hookups, vault toilets, sanitary dump station, drinking water, launching ramp, and marina.
Fees: Basic $12, No Electric.
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Updated/Reviewed:
27 Jan 2010
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