Noblett Lake

Mark Twain National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: AVA, MO, MO

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

Noblett Lake Picnic Pavilion provides a sheltered place among forests, streams and wildlife, for groups to picnic near Noblett Lake. It is a great location for birding, canoeing and boating.The pavilion offers seating for up to 75 people. If over 75 people, a special use permit is required; please contact Tray Hall at 417-967-4194.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/noblett-lake to be notified when sites open up.

Noblett Lake offers scenic camping in the Ozark Mountains with excellent fishing, hiking via the 22-mile Ridge Runner Trail, and opportunities for wildlife viewing. Real campers praise the peaceful morning atmosphere and well-maintained access roads.

Wildlife alert: American Mink, North American River Otter, Wood Duck, Eastern Phoebe, Eastern Whip-poor-will, Pond Slider, Three-toed Box Turtle, Common Watersnake. Note: Lake water contains leeches and horse hair worms.

Insider tips for Noblett Lake: Book early—this is a popular federal campground with limited sites Only electric trolling motors or non-motorized boats allowed on lake Access roads are well-maintained and passable by standard vehicles

Skip Noblett Lake if: You need hookups—no hookups available at most sites. You prefer developed campgrounds—this is dispersed camping with minimal infrastructure. You plan to visit outside May-October—seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Noblett Lake: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Udall Park (Udall, MO), Gamaliel (Gamaliel, AR), Bidwell Point Park (Gamaliel, AR), Cranfield Park (MOUNTAIN HOME, AR).