Can you reserve a site at Shawnee Bend?

Yes, Shawnee Bend is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Shawnee Bend?

60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Shawnee Bend?

Yes, pets are allowed at Shawnee Bend.

Shawnee Bend, Missouri — 2 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Shawnee Bend Park sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.

Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, swimming and boating.

Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.

Recreation

Shawnee Bend is an excellent fishing location. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.

A playground and sandy beach make the area perfect for families.

Facilities

This year-round day-use area offers two large group picnic shelters. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, playgrounds, swimming beach, boat ramp and drinking water.

Natural Features

Harry S Truman Reservoir lies among the rolling hills and rocky bluffs of the Ozark Plateau. Mature hardwoods of Oak and Hickory with cedar trees mixed in cover the area.

Wildlife such as whitetail deer, turkey, hawks, ospreys, eagles, and many different water birds can be found in and around the park.

An abundance of fish such as crappie, bass, walleye, paddlefish, blue and channel catfish can also be found in Harry S Truman Reservoir. Approximately 8,800 acres of standing timber were left in the lake to provide quality aquatic habitat.

Nearby Attractions

The 950 miles of shoreline around Truman Lake provide plentiful opportunities for fun in the outdoors. Many parks surround the lake, including Harry S. Truman State Park.

The Harry S. Truman Visitor Center sits atop Kaysinger Bluff and provides a spectacular view of the dam and reservoir. Exhibits provide information about the rich history of the Osage River Valley from pre-civilization to modern day. Waterfowl, bald eagles and turkey vultures are commonly seen from the observation deck.

The facts

2 bookable sites
2 sites for day use only
2 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 60 ft
Up to 48 people per site
Loops: SBEN

Site types

2 Group Shelter Nonelectric

Amenities

Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

2 campsites at Shawnee Bend

Check-in 9:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	SBEN	Group Shelter Nonelectric	—	Paved	60 ft	48	♿ 🐾
002	SBEN	Group Shelter Nonelectric	—	Paved	60 ft	48	♿ 🐾

Getting there

From Highway 7, travel north on the Dam Access Road for 3 miles and follow signs into the park.

38.25889, -93.42194 · 38°15'32.0"N 93°25'19.0"W

Directions (Google Maps) · Directions (Apple Maps)

Typical weather

Typically 90°F in Jul, down to 43°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	43	47	57	68	76	85	90	89	82	70	57	46
Low °F	22	25	34	44	55	65	69	67	59	46	36	27
Precip in	1.8	2.1	3.0	4.6	5.5	5.2	4.7	4.0	4.1	3.5	3.1	2.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Shawnee Bend

Can you reserve a site at Shawnee Bend?: Yes, Shawnee Bend is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Shawnee Bend have?: 2 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Shawnee Bend?: 60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Shawnee Bend?: Yes, pets are allowed at Shawnee Bend.

Camping near Shawnee Bend

Bledsoe Ferry 1.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Long Shoal 2.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Thibaut Point 2.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Osage Bluff 5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Berry Bend 6.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Bucksaw 10 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sparrowfoot 16.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Bledsoe Ferry Boat Ramp 1.4 mi · Activity pass
Osage Bluff Boat Ramp 5.9 mi · Activity pass
Berry Bend Boat Ramp 6.2 mi · Activity pass
Fairfield Boat Ramp 8.1 mi · Activity pass
Windsor Crossing Boat Ramp 9.9 mi · Activity pass

Contact

Phone 660-438-7317
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Shawnee Bend