Crowder State Park Closed for Managed Deer Hunt Dec. 4-6, 2026

Crowder State Park will be closed from sunset on Dec. 3, 2026, until sunrise on Dec. 7, 2026, due to a managed deer hunt at the park. Only registered hunters and people working the event will be allowed in the park. Organized group camping, special-use camping and backcountry camping will be unavailable from Dec. 3, 2026, through Dec. 6, 2026. The main campground is already closed during this time of year.

For more information, please call the park office at 660-359-6473. For a complete list of closures and advisories, please visit our Park and Site Status Map.

Burr Oak Shelter (Shelter #3)

at Crowder State Park

To reserve this shelter, or to check for availability, visit our reservation page* or contact the park at 660-359-6473.

*Shelters can be reserved online from 30 days to 12 months in advance of the day of use. Reservations for arrival dates less than 30 days out can be made only by contacting the park.

exterior of picnic shelter

Shelter Amenities

  • 10 picnic tables
  • Grill(s)
  • Length x width: 21' x 41'
  • Maximum occupancy: 50
  • Vault toilet
  • Water hydrant

For more information about the park's picnic areas, click here.

playground slide
Coordinates
40.095842, -93.666751