Public Land Camping

WHEATLAND PARK

, MOManaged by USACE
WHEATLAND PARK

Things to Do

CampingSwimming site

RV & Site Information

For RV enthusiasts planning a visit, WHEATLAND PARK accommodates recreational vehicles up to 45 feet in length. This US Army Corps of Engineers is available for advance reservation, making it a reliable choice for planned trips.

Guests at WHEATLAND PARK can enjoy essential amenities including Water Hookup. The site is maintained by US Army Corps of Engineers, ensuring consistent upkeep and facilities management.

Popular activities at this location include Camping, and Swimming site. The campground's proximity to offers convenient access to additional outdoor recreation opportunities in the Missouri region.

Located in , Missouri, WHEATLAND PARK provides bookable camping options for visitors exploring America's public lands. Contact the site directly for real-time availability and current conditions.

About this place

Overview Attention Campers! We are looking for volunteers to help us maintain campgrounds. For more information and volunteer applications, call 417-745-6411 and ask for park ranger Heard.Wheatland Park sits along the sparkling shores of Pomme de Terre Lake, known as the "gem of the Ozarks," for its deep, clear waters. The phrase "Pomme de Terre" is French for potato or "apple of the earth." Most likely, the river was named by early French trappers and fur traders, who discovered plants resembling potatoes on the riverbanks.Recreation Pomme de Terre Lake is popular among water skiers and anglers. A number of coves on the lake provide seclusion for ideal fishing conditions, regardless of power boating on other areas of the lake. Largemouth bass, crappie and white bass are common catches, but it is the stocked muskie fishing that is particularly popular as muskie are rare to the region.Facilities Wheatland Park has 36 campsites with electric and water hookups and 7 sites with electric hookups only. The accessible group picnic shelter fits up to 75 guests and has electricity. Additional amenities include two shower houses, a boat ramp, courtesy dock, playground and a swim beach.Natural Features Pomme de Terre Lake is located in the rugged, tree-topped hills of the west-central Missouri Ozarks. The lake is long and winding with 7,790 surface acres and 113 miles of shoreline. Nearby Attractions An excellent golf course and one of the country's best dirt race tracks are near Wheatland Park.

Getting There

From Springfield, MO, take Highway 13 North to Bolivar, MO, then travel on Highway 83 northeast past Elkton, MO to Highway 254. Follow Highway 254 E to The Triangle and take CR205 South. Follow signs to park.

Amenities

Water Hookup
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