About Viola
Number of accommodations: 46
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Kayaking
Water Activities
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
Water Access
- Marina
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Reviews (190)
What Guests Are Saying
Viola Campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, peaceful atmosphere, and beautiful lakeside setting, making it a favorite among campers. Visitors appreciate the well-maintained facilities, friendly hosts, and enjoyable fishing opportunities right from the campsite. While some guests noted issues with site sizes and occasional management concerns, overall experiences remain positive, with many planning to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Viola Campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, peaceful atmosphere, and beautiful lakeside setting, making it a favorite among campers. Visitors appreciate the well-maintained facilities, friendly hosts, and enjoyable fishing opportunities right from the campsite. While some guests noted issues with site sizes and occasional management concerns, overall experiences remain positive, with many planning to return.
Review Summary
Gary R
VerifiedAugust 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: VIOL
The park attendants are the best we have ever had !!
Gary R
VerifiedAugust 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: VIOL
The park attendants are the best we have ever had !!
Johnny W
VerifiedJuly 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: VIOL
Viola is an awesome camp ground we stayed in spot 18. It has a beautiful view of the lake. The only bad thing is the rest rooms they are an old out house the need to be redone and put in some showers on this side this camp ground is the only one that has one set of showers
Johnny W
VerifiedJuly 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: VIOL
Viola is an awesome camp ground we stayed in spot 18. It has a beautiful view of the lake. The only bad thing is the rest rooms they are an old out house the need to be redone and put in some showers on this side this camp ground is the only one that has one set of showers
jessi S
VerifiedJuly 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 44, Loop: VIOL
There was a bit of an issue at check-in as someone had parked their truck in our slot. The owner was down there in mins to find the owner and get us in our slot. The entry to the slips for the camper is a tiny bit tight and awkward, but not too bad. The campground was a little crazy when we got there due to a terrible storm they had the night before. But the owners worked very hard at cleaning and clearing up the area. The campgrounds were wonderful. It was quite and clean, it had a beautiful view of the water, an easy walk away to the swimming beach and just across from the boat docks. I also really enjoyed that our site had space in between our neighbors, so it gave us a more natural setting. Plenty of room for our camper and the kids tent, as well as, plenty of shade for us and the dogs. Had a wonderful conversation with the owner a couple times, they were very helpful with questions we had as well as finding some firewood. Truly a delightful stay and can't wait to return!
jessi S
VerifiedJuly 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 44, Loop: VIOL
There was a bit of an issue at check-in as someone had parked their truck in our slot. The owner was down there in mins to find the owner and get us in our slot. The entry to the slips for the camper is a tiny bit tight and awkward, but not too bad. The campground was a little crazy when we got there due to a terrible storm they had the night before. But the owners worked very hard at cleaning and clearing up the area. The campgrounds were wonderful. It was quite and clean, it had a beautiful view of the water, an easy walk away to the swimming beach and just across from the boat docks. I also really enjoyed that our site had space in between our neighbors, so it gave us a more natural setting. Plenty of room for our camper and the kids tent, as well as, plenty of shade for us and the dogs. Had a wonderful conversation with the owner a couple times, they were very helpful with questions we had as well as finding some firewood. Truly a delightful stay and can't wait to return!
Cynthia A
VerifiedJuly 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 46, Loop: VIOL
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Cynthia A
VerifiedJuly 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 46, Loop: VIOL
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Anthony B
VerifiedJuly 17, 2023 • Stayed at: 40, Loop: VIOL
Shower need keep clean and everything all good..
Anthony B
VerifiedJuly 17, 2023 • Stayed at: 40, Loop: VIOL
Shower need keep clean and everything all good..
Location Viola
Address:
27501 Big Rock Road
Shell Knob, MO, 65747-9682
United States
The nearest major road is US Highway 65, approximately 20 miles to the east, providing access to the surrounding area.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.5617 / -93.5947
Elevation: 289 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Office hours are between the hours of and , seven days a week. Camphost and or Rangers will issue campground hangtags after valid check-in. Please check-out on departure. If Camphost is not present, please drop pink tag off at the dropbox.
- ALL personal equipment (boats, trailers, personal supplies etc. ) must be stored at reserved campsites. No equipment shall be stored in boat ramp/day-use parking for overnight storage.
- Large rigs may have trouble navigating these campground roads.
- No off-road vehicles permitted
- One tent and one RV or two tents are allowed per campsite
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
- All pets must be penned, caged or on a 6 foot leash at all times, No Exceptions!!!
- Sanitation, No dumping of household trash, gray water, rubbish, black water or any other waste material or waste liquid. All waste generated must deposed of at the dump station or removed from the project lands.
- Persons bring animals onto project lands are responsible for the proper removal and disposal of any waste produced by these animals.
- Failure to pay day use fees, and or properly display applicable receipt, permit or pass is prohibited.
- No parking in the grass, this is a violation of project land rules!!!
- Camping at one or more campsites at any one water resource project for a period longer than 14 days during any 30 consecutive day period is prohibited without the written permission of the District Commander.
- STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec.
- Please be advised that providing business services within a USACE campground is prohibited per Title 327.18(a) The engaging in or solicitation of business on project lands or waters without the express written permission of the District Commander is prohibited. This includes services such as RV or tent delivery & set-up, firewood sales and delivery.
- All discounted passes (Golden Age, Senior Lifetime, Senior Annual, Access) must be physically present apon arival. Fraudulant use of a Golden Age or Golden Access Passport (Printouts, photos ect.) is prohibited and will not be discounted.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
