Bull Shoals Lake
USACE Little Rock District • Built 1951 • 45,440 surface acres • 1050 miles shoreline
Bull Shoals Lake
Great Day on the Water
Level is right at normal conservation pool (-0.6 ft), water temp is a comfortable 72°f, light winds around 5 mph, no active algae or safety advisories.
What to Know About Bull Shoals Lake
One of the largest reservoirs in the Ozarks with over 1,000 miles of shoreline stretching between Arkansas and Missouri. The White River tailrace below Bull Shoals Dam is one of the premier trout fisheries on earth.
Boat Ramps & Launches
Public concrete launches, usable lake elevations, and federal pass info🚤 Bull Shoals Marina
Usable (Level OK)Full-service marina providing vessel mooring, slip rentals, fuel dock, and visitor services.
🚤 Bull Shoals State Park
Usable (Level OK)Public recreation park offering lakefront shoreline access, picnic areas, and boat launch facilities.
🚤 Ozark Isle Park
Usable (Level OK)Public recreation park offering lakefront shoreline access, picnic areas, and boat launch facilities.
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Official federal, Corps of Engineers & state park campsites⛺ Buck Creek (Mo)
$18 - $32 / nightRelax in the shaded campsites at Buck Creek, on the Arkansas side of the massive Bull Shoals Lake. Here, there's plenty of opportunities for water sports, hiking and picnicking. The Peel Ferry, the last remainin...
⛺ Cranfield Park
$18 - $32 / nightCranfield Park is surrounded by the clear waters of Norfork Lake. It's the closest campground to the city of Mountain Home and offers plenty of pleasing views of the lake from its well-shaded river island sites....
⛺ Highway 125 Park Bull Shoals
$18 - $32 / nightEnjoy the beautiful scenery overlooking Bull Shoals Lake, known in the area as a water sports paradise. The park is a departure point for the Peel Ferry, which connects Highway 125 from Arkansas to Missouri. Pee...
⛺ Lakeview Park
$18 - $32 / nightLakeview Park Campground is located on Bull Shoals Lake. Set in the scenic Ozark Mountains of northern Arkansas and southern Missouri, the lake has hundreds of miles of lake arms and coves perfect for boating, w...
⛺ Oakland Park
$18 - $32 / nightKick back and relax at one of Oakland's 32 campsite with electric and water hookups. Visit the easily accessible marina or get on the lake to fish or participate in water sport activities on Bull Shoals Lake. Re...
⛺ Rush Campground
$18 - $32 / nightRush Campground has 12 tent only sites with no electrical amenities and no flush restrooms. Reservations are required to camp at Rush Campground through recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. Drinking water is availa...
⛺ Theodosia Park
$18 - $32 / nightTheodosia Park offers panoramic views of the Bull Shoals Lake. The easy-access shoreline is an asset to campers seeking full days of fun out on the water. Recreation Bull Shoals Lake appeals to jet skiers, water...
Full-Service Marinas
Fuel docks, wet slips, ship stores, and boat rentals⚓ Bull Shoals Marina
Full-service marina providing vessel mooring, slip rentals, fuel dock, and visitor services.
Today's Fishing Outlook
Favorable feeding forecast today with the First Quarter (56% illuminated). Surface water is 72°F with a steady pool (-0.01' in 24h). Fish will feed aggressively along windblown points and main-lake humps during the primary major window.
Fishing Regulations & Species
State Wildlife AgencyLicense Info: AGFC / MDC reciprocal rules apply on border waters.
Regulations Summary: Trout permit required for river tailrace fishing.
View Official Wildlife Department Regulations →Lake Rules & Boating Safety
All standard USACE and AGFC boating safety laws apply.
Recent Community Reports
Real-time water clarity, hazards, and ramp wait times shared by boaters and anglers.
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Spaceborne Satellite Observation & Water Clarity
Fresh multi-spectral overhead Earth observation from the European Space Agency (ESA) Sentinel-2 constellation (10m spatial resolution).
Satellite imagery and indices processed via Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem (CDSE) / Sentinel Hub API. Data reflects actual surface conditions at the time of orbital passage.
Derived from Band 4 red reflectance across open water pixels. Low reflectance indicates minimal suspended silt and high underwater visibility for angling and navigation.
Normalized Difference Chlorophyll Index (NDCI: 0.040) measures phytoplankton concentration using Red-Edge (B05) and Red (B04) bands to detect early bloom development before surface scums appear.
Normalized Difference Water Index (NDWI) contrasts Green and Near-Infrared spectra to map shallow shoals, sandbars, and exposed islands (like Sometimes Island on Travis or Wood Island on Texoma).
Recommended Gear for Current Conditions
Algorithmically matched to today's water temperature (73°F), lake elevation, and weather forecast.
Bassdash UPF 50+ Performance UV Sun Protection Fishing Hoodie
Ultra-breathable moisture-wicking UV shield designed to prevent all-day open water sunburn and heat fatigue without overheating.
Onyx A/M-24 Deluxe Automatic/Manual Inflatable Life Jacket (USCG)
Lightweight, comfortable low-profile design that automatically inflates upon immersion while allowing full arm mobility for driving and casting.
SereneLife 10'6" Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard (Complete Kit)
Calm winds (5 mph) offer pristine mirror-calm coves for touring, paddleboard fitness, and shoreline exploration.
Garmin Striker 4 Fishfinder with CHIRP Sonar & Dual-Beam Transducer
High-frequency CHIRP sonar pinpoints submerged humps, river channel dropoffs, bait balls, and suspended gamefish with crisp target separation.
Commercial Marinas & Featured Partners on Bull Shoals Lake
Verified marine operators, boat slip facilities, and licensed guide services.
⚓ Bull Shoals Marina
Full-service marina facility providing vessel mooring, guest slip rentals, marine fuel dock, and lakefront boater amenities on Bull Shoals Lake.
Charter Guide or Boat Rental on Bull Shoals Lake?
Reach thousands of visiting boaters and anglers checking live water levels, surface temperatures, and ramp conditions before heading to Bull Shoals Lake.
Living on Bull Shoals Lake
Considering buying a lake cabin, dockable waterfront home, or retirement property on Bull Shoals Lake? Water levels, dock stability, and flood pool buffers are critical factors in waterfront valuation.
Huge 36-foot flood storage capacity behind Bull Shoals Dam.
Mountain Home, AR
Regional medical and commercial hub between Bull Shoals and Norfork Lake, premier retirement destination.
Bull Shoals, AR
Quiet town directly at Bull Shoals Dam with immediate lake and White River tailwater access.
Flippin, AR
Famous home of Ranger Boats and world-class White River trout fishing outfitters.
Theodosia, MO
North shore Missouri gateway known for Theodosia Marina and quiet Ozark coves.