Campground · MO
MOONSHINE BEACH REC. AREA
MOONSHINE BEACH REC. AREA is generally plan ahead to book. Across the 2 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in June (4/10) and eases to its lowest in July (3/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (June), arrivals are lightest on Sunday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
- 1 electric sites
- 1 water hookups
- 1 accessible sites
Activities: SWIMMING SITE, WATER SPORTS, VISITOR CENTER, HIKING, BOATING, BIKING, DAY USE AREA
How much does it cost to camp at Moonshine Beach Rec. Area?
Day use fees $5.00 per car. Day use fee $2.00 per person walk in. Gate attendants are happy to help you with your inquiries, but cannot make reservations. Please call (877) 444-6777 for reservations.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.