Shawnee Bend

Harry S. Truman Lake, Missouri

Overlanding score
55/100
Booking
Reservable
Site types
rv, group
Max vehicle length
Not published

Amenities

waterplaygroundboat rampfishingvisitor center

About Shawnee Bend

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.

Source: Recreation.gov

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