Pomme de Terre State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily sunrise – sunset
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions10-ft leash
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- mostateparks.com(417) 852-4291
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Partial closure Portion of the Park Closed for Managed Deer Hunt Nov. 6-8 - Pomme de Terre State ParkA portion of Pomme de Terre State Park will be closed from sunset on Nov. 5, 2026, until sunrise on Nov. 9, 2026, due to a managed deer hunt at the… (more)
A portion of Pomme de Terre State Park will be closed from sunset on Nov. 5, 2026, until sunrise on Nov. 9, 2026, due to a managed deer hunt at the park. The closure will encompass ...
Posted by the park 2026-11-06T12:00:00Z. Official alert
Overview
In Hickory County, about 19 miles north of Bolivar, Pomme de Terre State Park covers about 757 acres.
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and ranger programs. On the water side, there is a swimming beach. Overnight options include 2 camping areas, with tent sites. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | sunrise – sunset | — |
| Office | Daily | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | — |
| Park | 2025-2026 State Holidays: On the following days (actual or observed), staff will not be available and park buildings will be closed: Thanksgiving Day; Nov. 28, 2025; Christmas Eve; Christmas Day; New Year’s Eve; New Year’s Day; Martin Luther King Jr. Day; Lincoln’s Birthday; and Washington's Birthday. | ||
Official wording
Park Grounds: Sunrise to sunset, year-round
Park Office - Pomme de Terre: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday year-round
2025-2026 State Holidays: On the following days (actual or observed), staff will not be available and park buildings will be closed: Thanksgiving Day; Nov. 28, 2025; Christmas Eve; Christmas Day; New Year’s Eve; New Year’s Day; Martin Luther King Jr. Day; Lincoln’s Birthday; and Washington's Birthday.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Fees and passes
Fees apply to camping, lodging and some tours (e.g. cave tours).
Statewide fee rule from Missouri's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Missouri State Parks reservation system (UseDirect / Tyler, 'ICampMO')
- Phone
- 877-422-6766 (877-ICampMO)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions · leash up to 10 feet
Not allowed in or on: any building that is not part of the cabins for canines program.
We recommend no more than two dogs per campsite. Pets must be supervised and kept on leashes no longer than 10 feet at all times. Pet waste bags are available in most locations. Other than service animals, pets are not allowed inside any building that is not part of the Cabins for Canines program, or in public swimming areas or waters reserved for fishing.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburg Area CampgroundLoops 100 and 200 map Loops 300 and 400 map Season: Year-round** Reservations: Apr 1-Oct 31 | — | Basic, Electric*, Electric/Water*, Family*Showers | — |
| Hermitage Area Campground Season: Mar 1-Nov 30 Reservations: Apr 1-Oct 31 | — | Basic, Electric*, Family*Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
Pomme de Terre State Park offers campgrounds in both the Pittsburg and Hermitage areas of the park. Both offer a variety of amenities and family campsites for those who need a little extra space.
The Pittsburg area features a full-service marina, beach, shelter house and trails. The Hermitage area amenities include a large beach, a picnic area and trails. Park stores, which sell camping supplies, are located in both areas of the park.
Printable campground maps are available for your reference by clicking the "Map" links.
Individual Campground Information
CampgroundAvailable DatesShowers/Water AvailableReservationsTypes of Sites
Pittsburg Area Campground
Loops 100 and 200 map
Loops 300 and 400 map
Year-round**Apr 1-Oct 31Apr 1-Oct 31Basic, Electric*,
Electric/Water*, Family*
Hermitage Area Campground
(Map)
Mar 1-Nov 30Apr 1-Oct 31Apr 1-Oct 31Basic, Electric*, Family*
**Loops 200 and 300 are only open March through November.
For a $5 fee, non-campers may use a vacant electric campsite for the purpose of charging their electric vehicle for a period not to exceed one hour.
- The campgrounds are fully reservable.
- The dump station, showerhouse and water are turned off during the off-season (November through March). A frost-free spigot is available near the entrance of the Pittsburg Area Campground.
- Parking of watercraft or all-terrain vehicle (ATV) trailers off of the campsite pad (usually in the grass) is permitted at this facility.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Cabins: 2 units
- Camper cabins: 4 units
- Yurts: 3 units
Yurts
Pomme de Terre State Park offers you an alternative camping experience without having to bring your own tent. A yurt is a circular structure with a fabric cover, much like a tent, and a wooden frame making it strong and weathertight. It sits on a wooden platform with decking and has a locking door. There are three large windows to enjoy the view and a dome skylight.
The yurts are located in the Loop 400 in the Pittsburg area of the park. Each yurt features a log futon, log futon bunk bed, a dorm-size refrigerator, coffee table, lamp, air conditioner and heater. The unit sleeps five with a maximum occupancy of six. Tents or other alternate lodging accommodations are not allowed in the rental areas.
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To prepare for your yurt experience, bring your camping gear such as lanterns, cooking and eating utensils and water containers. The yurts do not have running water, so plan accordingly. Guests must bring their own linens and sleeping bags. Open-flame cooking is not allowed in the unit. Cooking with griddles, Crock-Pots and other non-flame cooking devices is allowed. Smoking is not allowed inside the unit.
As part of the Cabins for Canines Program, guests renting Yurt B or Yurt C are allowed to bring up to two dogs. Detailed information on associated fees and rules can be found through the "Cabins for Canines" link on the right. Cleanup and trash removal is the responsibility of the lodging guests and should be completed before checkout.
A picnic table and a fire ring and grill for barbecuing or campfires are located outside the unit. A modern central restroom and showerhouse in Loop 400 is available during the camping season (April 1 to Oct. 31). During the camping off-season, a vault toilet and water are available.
The yurts are available for rental year-round. Yurts A and B are accessible for people with disabilities. For details on lodging reservations and other information, call our concession at 417-852-1031 or visit their website.
LAKE HOUSE
Enjoy the comforts of home in this wood-frame lake house. Located on the Hermitage side of the park near the park office (see lodging on map), the lake house is within short driving distance of a boat launch and picnic area. The house sleeps up to six people. Two bedrooms each offer a queen-size bed, with a third bedroom offering single bunk beds.
Rental availability: year-round
For details on lodging reservations and other information, call our concession at 417-852-1031 or visit their website.
Amenities include drive-up parking, a kitchen, full bathroom, three bedrooms, heating and cooling, TV (local channels), ceiling fans, and a washer and dryer. Bed linens are provided, as well as towels in the bathroom for your convenience. Kitchen amenities include a gas range, full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, sink, dining table with seating for six, pots and pans, table service for six, coffee pot, toaster, and microwave.
A large, partially shaded deck spans the house's back and has a charcoal grill, picnic table and patio table with chairs. A fire ring is located nearby. Use the deck or large shaded backyard to take in the great views of Pomme de Terre Lake or walk down to the lake's edge.
As a designated Cabins for Canines unit, guests renting the lake house are allowed to bring up to two dogs for an additional fee. Detailed information on fees and rules can be found through the "Cabins for Canines" link in the upper right of this page. Cleanup and trash removal is the responsibility of the lodging guests and should be completed before checkout. A trash dumpster is located nearby.
Camper Cabins
These beautiful camper cabins are brand new, installed at Pomme de Terre State Park in 2020. The camper cabins have electricity and feature heating and air conditioning. They accommodate up to four adults and two youths. Accommodations include separate bedrooms* – one with a queen bed, the other with two single bunks – and a fold-out couch in the living room area. A microwave, coffee pot and full-size refrigerator are also included. Guests must bring their own bedding. All camper cabins offer an outdoor picnic table and fire pit. There is no running water in the camper cabins, but guests have access to the campground showerhouse, which is open seasonally from April through October. A vault toilet is available year-round.
*The ADA accessible unit has only one bedroom.
Marina Cabin
This premium full-service camper cabin is a perfect glamping getaway, with lakeside views and easy access to Marina Grill & Rentals. It is located on the Pittsburg side of Pomme de Terre State Park, down Marina Road. Accommodations sleep up to six people, with one bedroom with a queen bed and a loft area with two twin beds. The unit contains a full kitchen and bathroom. Bedding, towels and most kitchen supplies are provided by the Marina at Pomme for your convenience. Dine in your screened-in porch or relax out on the patio. A picnic table and a fire pit with grill cover are available outside.
For temporary closures related to weather, stewardship activities and maintenance, as well as temporary trail closures, visit our Park and Site Status Map.
Things to do
FishingBoatingCampingSwimmingHikingPicnickingCanoeing and kayakingRanger and interpretive programs
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Bluff Trail | — | — | — |
| Indian Point Trail | — | — | — |
Trail descriptions from the park
Cedar Bluff TrailIndian Point Trail
- Trail Map
- Trail Information
- Trail Map
- Trail Information
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Restaurant or food service
Water
- Swimming beach
Camping
- Tent camping
Lodging
- Cabins
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Pittsburg Side
Park Office
You will see the park office on your right as you enter the park. An accessible parking space is adjacent to the office entrance with pavement to the door. An outside information board is available for after-hours convenience. The nearest accessible restroom can be found in the campground showerhouse.
Campground
The wooded campground on the Pittsburg side of Pomme de Terre State Park has six electric campsites and one basic campsite that are accessible. All provide an extended-end table, pedestal grill, fire ring and lantern post. Conveniently located accessible water hydrants are found throughout the area. Three vault toilets have been modified for all visitors.
The showerhouse contains two rooms complete with side-transfer toilets, roll-in showers, lavatories with lever-handled faucets and electric hand dryers. Outside are an information kiosk, a water fountain and a bench overlooking the playground, which has not been modified for accessibility. Two parking spaces share an access aisle with a 2.4% cross-slope. The laundry is a large room with two top-control machines and a folding table; however, the threshold has a 5-inch step.
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The campground’s dump station has not been modified for accessibility.
The amphitheater offers level, paved parking and a pathway with less than a 3% slope to the program area where several seating options are offered.
Camper Cabins
One of the park's four camper cabins is considered accessible. The accessible cabin has one bedroom and features electricity, heating and air conditioning. There is no running water in the camper cabins, but guests have access to the campground showerhouse, which is open seasonally from April through October. A vault toilet is available year-round.
Yurts
Yurts A and B are accessible with level parking and an accessible ramp for those with mobility impairments. Outside each of these yurts is an extended-end picnic table, lantern post, pedestal grill and fire ring. Yurt C has an accessible ramp but has otherwise not been modified for accessibility.
Marina
Parking is mostly level with one accessible space. To allow for lake fluctuations, parking is well above the water line. Visitors may use railed steps or follow the road, with a maximum slope of 7.5% for 20 feet, to access the dock. The slope of the railed gangway to the dock changes with the lake level. Two boat slips have been constructed for accessibility.
The two-lane boat launch is paved with a roughened concrete pathway. The average slope is 9.6%. The courtesy dock has a 3-inch step with no railings or curbs.
An accessible restroom is located on the marina entrance road and has one accessible parking space.
Marina Cabin
The marina cabin has not been modified for accessibility.
Shelter
An open shelter, seating up to 75 people, looks out over the lake and provides two level, accessible parking spaces, a water fountain, extended-end tables, a group grill, lights and an electrical outlet. An accessible individual picnic table is located across the roadway. A nearby vault toilet provides an accessible parking space and has a side-transfer toilet with grab bars. A playground is located in the vicinity but has not been modified for accessibility.
Beach
The beach area provides two accessible parking spaces on a 4% cross slope. A shaded bench, situated to overlook the beach, is available for resting. For picnicking, a mostly sunny site provides an extended-end table and a pedestal grill. Located just up the hill above flood level is an accessible vault toilet.
Hermitage Side
This side of the park has not been modified for accessibility.
Picnic Area
A large paved parking lot with mostly level, unmarked parking serves this lightly wooded picnic area. All access is over natural turf.
Campground
One electric and one basic site, in this lightly wooded campground, are accessible and provide a paved pad with an extended-end table, a fire ring and a lantern post. An accessible water hydrant is conveniently located nearby.
The showerhouse has level, paved parking with paths to the entrance. Inside you’ll find front-transfer toilets, accessible lavatories, lowered mirrors and electric hand dryers. The paths leading to the showers have a 1-inch drop in height, which may be a barrier to some users. The showers are 3 feet wide with grab bars and benches. A large laundry room offers top-control machines.
Outside the showerhouse is a park information board. The campground dump station is located behind the showerhouse, but outside of the fresh water hydrant, has not been modified for accessibility.
The amphitheater is located at the end of the campground above the boat ramp. A paved parking space has an adjacent path leading to the seating area where several seating options are available.
The campground also has a playground, but is has not been modified for accessibility.
Campground Boat Ramp
Paved parking has an average 3.8% slope with no level staging area. The four-lane ramp has an 8% slope. The courtesy dock has a paved pathway with a 4-inch step onto the dock. Vault toilets are located up the hill and have not been modified for accessibility.
Lake House
The lake house has not been modified for accessibility. It has three step-ups to enter.
Beach
The beach has paved, striped parking on an average 2% slope with the gravel immediately adjacent to it. No modifications have been made. The change house is not accessible. Picnicking is accessed over natural turf.
Boat Launch
The boat launch has paved parking on an average 4.3% slope with no level staging area. The three-lane boat ramp has a 7.4% slope. A courtesy dock nearby moves with the lake level and is accessed by a concrete ramp.
The vault toilets have paved pathways; however, the user will encounter 1-to-4-inch steps and little maneuvering room.
Pomme de Terre State Park
23451 Park Entrance Road
Pittsburg, MO 65724
417-852-4291
1-800-334-6946
1-800-379-2419 TDD
Last updated: September 2024
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 23451 Park Entrance Road
Pittsburg, MO 65724 - Nearest town
- Bolivar — about 19 mi north (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 37.8772, -93.3204
- Phone
- (417) 852-4291
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Missouri State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Quick List of Parks and Historic Sites (HTML) + MoDNR ArcGIS boundary layer for coordinates
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology