Berry Bend

$14.00/night

33134 Berry Bend Ave.
WARSAW, MO 65355

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ATTENTION TRUMAN LAKE CAMPERS: Beginning on March 1, 2026, spring (March 1-April 14) and fall (October 1-November 30) shoulder camping seasons will be by reservation only. Cash and checks will not be accepted. As with past shoulder seasons, reduced camping rates are in effect due to reduced amenities (waterborne facilities are closed, no park attendants on duty). Reservations may be made in advance or on the day of arrival through www.recreation.gov. Please do not set up on a campsite without first reserving that site.

Feb 26, 2026 – Dec 1, 2026

Overview

Berry Bend Campground sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.

Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, and boating.Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.

Recreation

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

Several miles of trails are available for hikers and horses within Berry Bend. The Park Trail is a 2.5 mile trail that is a great hike for beginners and those wanting to explore the area. The West Trail is approximately 10 miles and traverses many steep ridges and valleys, while the East Trail is approximately 16 miles and is somewhat more level and overlooks the lake in several areas. Both the West and the East trails have cut through trails for riders that dont wish to go the entire route.

Facilities

This large campground offers two loops, B and C Loop with a total of 91 sites. B loop consists of 7 campsites that are very spacious with full hook-ups including 50-amp electricity, water, and sewage. There is a flush restroom in B loop, but no showers. B loop campers needing shower facilities must use the shower house in C Loop.

C Loop offers 86 sites. Sites 39-78 are 50-amp with water while the remainder of C loop is 30-amp with dispersed hydrants. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities, and a dump station. A boat ramp and playground offer additional recreation opportunities.

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.

Camp site features

Across 91 camp sites:

Electric hookups: all 91 sites
Water hookups: 41 of 91 sites
Sewer hookups: 7 of 91 sites
Picnic table: 7 of 91 sites
Pets allowed: all 91 sites
ADA accessible: 8 of 91 sites
Longest RV: 75 ft
Largest party: 10 people
Power up to 50 amps
Equipment: RV, Tent, Trailer

Directions

From Z Highway, travel approximately 2 miles south on the Berry Bend Access Road.

Stay Limit

Check in from 6 PM, check out by 6 PM.

Reviews

240 reviews

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Brenda R

Loop:C

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Reviewed 14 days ago

Overall it was a great stay. I wish the bathrooms and shower house was open until November 1st. There were a lot of campers at this campground. We didn't check in or out. I don't even know how you know we were there. Never had any communication with any park staff.

Diana J

Loop:B

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Reviewed 16 days ago

The camp hosts are wonderful. They are very friendly and made our experience wonderful.

William Z

Loop:B

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Reviewed 22 days ago

This is one of the best camping spots around the lake. Limited cell phone and tv reception, nice to get away from it all.

Scott H

Loop:B

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Reviewed 23 days ago

Always a nice quiet place to go. Nice level site with plenty of room.

Joanne C

Loop:C

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Reviewed a month ago

Love Berry Bend!

Greg P

Loop:C

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Reviewed a month ago

Great camping in the shoulder season (campsite had water/power still on, facilities were closed). Campsite was clean and simple to level camper. Nice to have a view of the lake. Some shade at most sites. No signs guiding you to your campsite in C loops, so before or upon arrival, familiarize yourself with the map (it's posted at shower houses too). Lots of hydrants near non-water sites. Dump station is in great condition with hookups for cleaning water and drinking water.

Availability

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