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Missouri · Recreation.gov

Viola Campground

36.5601° N / 93.5952° W · Data Nov 2 2026, checked hourly
Tracked from May 1, 202751 monitored sites

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Opening record
No detected openings in the last 90 days

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01 · Availability Outlook · May 1 – May 3, 2027 · of 51 monitored sites

Of the 138 tracked site-nights (May 1 – May 3, 2027): 132 open for online reservation · 6 reserved.

Where the open windows are

4.3% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 132 of 138 remain open; here is where they are.

Load status

May 1 – May 3, 2027
Not open online4.3%
Open site-nights132 / 138
Reserved (of online inventory)6 / 138
Weekday openings44
Weekend openings88

Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 44 fall on weekdays and 88 on weekends (Fri–Sun).

Open dates by month

May 2027 – May 2027
04080120160132MAYSOLID = OPEN SITE-NIGHTS · DASHED OUTLINE = TOTAL BOOKABLE

May holds the most room. 132 of 138 site-nights are still open there.

Holiday windows

Sites open per night · of 46 sites
WindowNightSites openStatus
Memorial DayFRI May 280None open
SAT May 290None open
SUN May 300None open
MON May 310None open

Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.

Best-availability sites

Most open site-nights · tracked window
SiteOpen site-nights
01  3
02  3
03  3
04  3
05  3

The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.

Tracked window

Coverage

Campsite Sniper's data for this facility starts May 1, 2027. That is about 180 days after the current snapshot was taken, so dates before May 1, 2027 are not covered by what Campsite Sniper tracks here — they are not known to be unavailable. The site-nights shown on this page describe May 1, 2027 onwards only. Check Recreation.gov for earlier dates.

Stays and site detail

132 open site-nights across 44 sites at Viola, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.

Multi-night stays. 44 2-night, 44 3-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest May 1, 2027 at site 01.

RV length. Longest recorded site here is 84 ft. 41 sites take 25 ft, 24 sites take 35 ft, 17 sites take 40 ft.

All 44 sites with current availability
SiteMax RVHookupsOpen site-nightsLongest runDates
0132 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0216 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0332 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0442 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0535 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0635 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0738 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0830 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
0920 ftNone33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
1725 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
1824 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
1940 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2030 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2130 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2265 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2337 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2433 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2584 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2636 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2740 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2855 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
2942 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3042 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3142 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3260 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3322 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3460 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3533 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3627 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3728 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3836 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
3925 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4036 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4126 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4230 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4324 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4440 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4526 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4640 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4727 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
4825 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
5040 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
5140 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027
5325 ftYes33 nightsMay 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027

About Viola

Overview

Viola sits along the Kings River Arm of Table Rock Lake in the Missouri countryside. Boaters and water sports enthusiasts are particularly drawn to Viola for its easy access to the clear blue waters of Table Rock Lake.

Recreation

Whether on water or land, Viola Campground offers visitors countless recreational activities. Picnicking, swimming, scuba diving, boating, fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing are all popular pastimes at the park. Kings River Marina, located in the Viola Recreation Area offers everything from fuel to equipment rentals, to boat storage for visitors. Fishing licenses can also be purchased at the marina and anglers can go from there to try their hand at the excellent bass fishing the lake provides. Adjacent to the Marina, a playground, boat ramp and designated swimming area, each provide endless avenues for outdoors entertainment.

Facilities

Viola Campground offers 56 reservable campsites. Amenities like hot showers, drinking water, a dump station and electric hookups create a comfortable camping experience.

Natural Features

Table Rock Lake is a beautiful body of water surrounded by a forest of oak and hickory trees. Its waters wind down through the valleys and hollows of the Ozark Mountains, from Branson, Missouri to Eureka Springs, Arkansas.

More than five million visitors per year take advantage of this recreational oasis. Originally built for flood control, the Table Rock Dam has created a lake that boasts 779 miles of shoreline for the public to enjoy.

Nearby Attractions

The Dewey Short Visitors Center is located at the south end of Table Rock Dam. It offers three educational films focused on the history of the dam, the story of Lewis and Clark and the history of eagles and their endangerment in the state of Missouri. The visitor center also contains exhibits about the natural history of the area. Viola Campground is about 36 miles from Branson, Missouri, which offers grocery stores, gas and additional tourist attractions.

51 monitored sitesRVs up to 84 ft37 with hookups46 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 16

Getting there

From Shell Knob, Missouri, take Highway 39 south for 7 miles and turn west to campground entrance.

27501 Big Rock Road, Shell Knob, MO 65747-9682417-858-3904
BikingBoatingCampingDay Use AreaFishingHikingKayakingPicnickingSwimming SiteWater SportsWildlife Viewing

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FAQ

How do I get a reservation at Viola?

Reservations for Viola are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 132 of 138 tracked site-nights are open (95.7%), though availability can change. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.

Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?

No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.

How current is this availability data?

Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 16:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.

Can I get a multi-night stay at Viola?

44 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts May 1, 2027 at site 01. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.

Which sites at Viola fit a 35-foot RV?

24 of the 46 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 84 ft.

Which month has the most availability at Viola?

May 2027, with 132 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 138.

When is the next open date at Viola?

Campsite Sniper cannot answer that from the current snapshot. The availability data held for Viola begins May 1, 2027 — about 180 days after this snapshot was taken, so any earlier dates are outside what Campsite Sniper is tracking here rather than known to be unavailable. Check Recreation.gov for dates before May 1, 2027.

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