PLAYING IN STONE COUNTY
TABLE ROCK LAKE
With the formation of Table Rock Lake in the late 1950s , a true recreational paradise was created . Table Rock Lake has been listed as the # 1 Lake in the U . S . by TravellersWorldWide . com for several years running . The vast size of Table Rock Lake makes it a great place for watersports , fishing or relaxing . Table Rock Lake has many “ fingers ” or “ arms ” creating coves . Coves are often where you ’ ll find fishermen dropping a line or boats pulling tubes and skiers . “ Coving out ,” where several boats will drop anchor and spend the day , is popular during the summer months . You ’ ll find small numbered signs around the lake marking points to help you navigate . If you ’ re new to Table Rock Lake we recommend picking up your own copy of the official Table Rock Lake Map . You can find them at the Chamber ’ s Welcome Center or area marinas .
Formed in
1958
Spanning 2 states across 5 counties
800 miles
(+/ - ) of Shoreline
40,000 acres
(+/ - ) of Surface Area
Boating
Table Rock Lake is perfect for all types of water activity . Boating is the most popular way to enjoy the area , and you ’ ll see a vast array of sizes and types . Many boaters also enjoy watersports such as skiing , tubing , wake surfing , and more ! You can use your own boat or rent one from one of the lake ’ s 14 public marinas . Boat owners often purchase or rent a boat slip annually . If trailering your boat , there are 24 public boat launches available to easily access the water . Public boat launches are operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers .
2 / 3 of lake ’ s shoreline
is in Stone County
Swimming
In addition to anchoring a boat and enjoying a splash in one of Table Rock Lake ’ s coves , the best spots to swim around Table Rock Lake can be found at US Army Corps of Engineers public use areas .
Fishing
World-class fishing is waiting for you at Table Rock Lake . Pick any season , and you ’ ll find outstanding fishing . With mild Ozark winters , the lake never freezes on the main channel allowing fishing throughout the year . Table Rock Lake is considered one of the top bass lakes in the United States .
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