Shawnee Bend
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About Shawnee Bend
Shawnee Bend is a national park campground at Harry S. Truman Lake in Benton County, Missouri. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Shawnee Bend is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access). Campers rate it 4.5/5 across 82 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Harry S. Truman Lake include Bledsoe Ferry.
Total reservations in April — 2023: 1 · 2024: 1 · 2025: 1
Location
Address
Warsaw, Missouri
Coordinates
38.2589, -93.4219
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 7 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Bledsoe Ferry
Harry S. Truman Lake
Shelters
Harry S Truman State Park
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Buck Ridge Campground
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Bobcat Run Campground
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Raccoon Ridge Campground
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Shawnee Bend FAQ
How far in advance should I book Shawnee Bend?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Shawnee Bend?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Shawnee Bend. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Shawnee Bend right now?
Shawnee Bend is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Shawnee Bend located?
Shawnee Bend is located in Harry S. Truman Lake, near Warsaw, Missouri.
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