Table Rock State Park (Missouri)

Park State park on Table Rock Lake with boating

Table Rock State Park near Branson, Missouri, sits on Table Rock Lake and attracts boaters, anglers and campers with marina facilities, lakeside trails and picnic areas.

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Table Rock State Park is a Missouri state park on the shore of Table Rock Lake, located in the southwest part of the state near the city of Branson. The park provides public access to the lake and associated recreational facilities.

Facilities include campgrounds, picnic areas and boat launches that provide access for boating, fishing and swimming on Table Rock Lake. Trails and shoreline paths offer short hikes and vantage points over the reservoir.

The park exists to provide public recreation and shoreline access to Table Rock Lake, the reservoir formed by Table Rock Dam. Management has focused on maintaining visitor facilities and protecting the lakeshore environment.

Situated on Table Rock Lake in southwestern Missouri, the park lies in the Branson area and is part of the lake and reservoir system that serves the region for recreation and water management.

  • Recreation focus: Park facilities focus on lake recreation - boating, fishing, picnicking and shoreline camping are the primary uses.

What to See #

  • Campground and day-use areas: The park includes a campground and picnic facilities close to the lake shoreline, providing direct access to the water for day use and overnight stays.
  • Boat ramps and shoreline access: Boat ramps and lakeshore access points provide launching and shore-fishing opportunities on Table Rock Lake.
Table Rock State Park (Missouri)
Table Rock State Park, 100 State Highway 165, Branson, MO 65616, United States (approximate)
36.5876, -93.3102
Daily 6am-10pm (park grounds; visitor center hours vary seasonally)
Park entry free; some facilities (camping, marina) have fees - check Missouri State Parks for current rates

How to Get to Table Rock State Park (Missouri) #

From Branson, Missouri, take MO-165 to the park entrance; signage on major routes directs visitors to boat ramps and the visitor center.

Tips for Visiting Table Rock State Park (Missouri) #

  • Arrive early to secure a marina or lakeside picnic spot on holiday weekends.
  • Drive the scenic roads along the lake at sunset; the light on Table Rock Lake is unusually good for photographers.
  • If hiking, stick to marked trails-the Ozark terrain can be deceptively steep.

Best Time to Visit Table Rock State Park (Missouri) #

Summer for lake activities; autumn for hiking and cooler temperatures.

Summer
June-August · 22-33°C
Boating and swimming are at their peak; expect heavy weekend use.
Autumn
September-November · 10-22°C
Pleasant hiking weather and fall color in the Ozarks.

Weather & Climate near Table Rock State Park (Missouri) #

Climate

Table Rock State Park (Missouri)'s climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1090 mm/year), wettest in May.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3° 11°

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (117 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 25°

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 30°

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
19° 33°

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 32°

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
15° 28°

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
23°

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
16°

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 11°

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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