Portion of Pomme de Terre State Park Closed for Managed Deer Hunt Nov. 6-8, 2026
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 most of the park's Hermitage Area.
These facilities will be off-limits to the public:
- Cedar Bluff Trail
- The Hermitage Area Campground
- The boat ramp, store and playground within the Hermitage Area Campground
These areas and facilities will remain open:
- The entire Pittsburg side of the park
- The lake house
- The day-use boat ramp on the Hermitage side
For more information, please call the park office at 417-852-4291. For a complete list of closures and advisories, please visit our Park and Site Status Map.
Swimming - Pomme De Terre State Park
Cool off or lounge in the sun at one of the park's two public swimming beaches, located on both sides of Pomme de Terre Lake. There is a restroom and change house facility located at each beach. Swim at your own risk.
Check Beach Status | Hermitage Beach Hours of Operation | Pittsburg Beach Hours of Operation