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).

Cell Phone Coverage at Noblett Lake

Cell signal at Noblett Lake (AVA, MO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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AVA, MO, MO★ 5 (1 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it 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

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

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

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
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.

Location

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Getting there →

From Willow Springs, at the junction of Highways 60/63 and 76, take Highway 76 west for about 7 miles. Turn south on Highway 181 for a little over a mile and turn left on Highway Ap for about 3 miles. Turn right on Forest Road 857 and continue about 1 mile to turnoff for the day-use area. The road continues to the Noblett Dam and Trailhead.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Mark Twain National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Mark Twain National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Noblett Lake cost per night?+
Noblett Lake costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Noblett Lake open?+
Noblett Lake is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Noblett Lake have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Noblett Lake?+
Noblett Lake is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Noblett Lake?+
Noblett Lake is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Noblett Lake?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Noblett Lake is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Noblett Lake open, and what are check-in times?+
Noblett Lake is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$50 /night★ 5 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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