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Moonshine Beach Rec. Area in July: How Hard Is It to Book?

Moonshine Beach Rec. Area · MO · Table Rock Lake

The verdict

Easy

Booking difficulty 3 out of 10. Usually available — you can often book close to your trip.

Rarely sells outBased on 3 years of reservation data

July rarely sells out — you can often book close to your trip.

Moonshine Beach Rec. Area in July scores 3 out of 10 for booking difficulty — easy. Usually available — you can often book close to your trip.

Across the last 3 years of reservation history, the typical July booking was locked in about 34 days before arrival, with the campground running roughly 39% full that month. The lightest arrival day is Sunday, so shifting to a midweek start is the single easiest way to improve your odds.

Lead time

How far ahead people book

Same day: 0% of bookingsSame day1–3d: 8% of bookings8%1–3d4–7d: 14% of bookings14%4–7d1–2wk: 5% of bookings5%1–2wk2–4wk: 19% of bookings19%2–4wk1–2mo: 22% of bookings22%1–2mo2–3mo: 14% of bookings14%2–3mo3–6mo: 11% of bookings11%3–6mo6mo+: 8% of bookings8%6mo+Median booking lead time: 34 days ahead
Demand split

Weekend vs. weekday demand

Weekend (Fri–Sat)Weekday (Sun–Thu)

Best odds: arrivals are lightest on Sunday in July. A midweek arrival is your easiest booking.

Booking window · July 2027

When July reservations open

Reservations for Moonshine Beach Rec. Area in July 2027 operate on a rolling 6-month window releasing at 7:00 AM ET.

July 1 stays open

January 1, 2027

at 7:00 AM ET

Release style

6-Month Rolling Window

Releases daily 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM ET

Campsites for July 1, 2027 become bookable on January 1, 2027 at 7:00 AM ET. Each subsequent date throughout July releases day-by-day exactly 6 months prior to arrival.

Facility note: Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.

Fees

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.

Plan B

Easier nearby options in July

If your dates are flexible, these nearby campgrounds are typically easier to book.

River Run Park

MOEasy

BEAVER CREEK (MO)

MOEasy

COBB RIDGE

MOEasy

FAQ

Moonshine Beach Rec. Area in July: common questions

How hard is it to book Moonshine Beach Rec. Area in July?
Moonshine Beach Rec. Area rates 3 out of 10 for July — Easy. Usually available — you can often book close to your trip.
How far in advance should I book Moonshine Beach Rec. Area for July?
The typical July reservation was made about 34 days before arrival, so plan to book as early as your dates allow.
When do July reservations open for Moonshine Beach Rec. Area?
Reservations for Moonshine Beach Rec. Area in July 2027 open on a rolling 6-month window. Sites for July 1 become bookable on January 1, 2027 at 7:00 AM ET, with each subsequent day releasing day-by-day 6 months ahead.
What is the best day to arrive at Moonshine Beach Rec. Area in July?
Arrivals are lightest on Sunday. A midweek arrival is usually the easiest booking.

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