Activities

  • hiking

    This park is known for its many hiking trails. Click here for more information.

  • backpacking

    Backpack camping is allowed along Turkey Pen Hollow Trail. Click here for more information.

  • Interpretive Programs

    Programs are offered on Saturdays during the summer or can be arranged. Click here for more information.

  • fishing

    Cast your line into Lake of the Ozarks from the park's accessible fishing dock. Click here for more information.

  • picnicking

    Whether your group is large or small, you will find the perfect spot for a picnic. Click here for more information.

  • boating

    You can arrive to the park on your boat. Click here for more information.

  • Playground

    Playground equipment and horseshoe pits are available at the Post Office Shelter; horsehoe pits and a sandbox are near the Lake Shelter.

  • swimming

    Although one of the park's popular day-use areas sits adjacent to Lake of the Ozarks, there is not a designated swimming area. Click here for more information.

Park information

Imposing architecture and breathtaking scenery combine to make Ha Ha Tonka State Park one of Missouri’s most treasured spots. Located on the Lake of the Ozarks, the park features the stone ruins of a turn-of-the-20th-century castle built by a prominent Kansas City businessman high atop a bluff. More than 15 miles of trails traverse the park, leading visitors to sinkholes, natural bridges, caves and down to the lake.

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Park Hours

Park Grounds

Summer Hours (On-Season)

  • April through October
    7 a.m. to sunset daily

Winter Hours (Off-Season)

  • November through March
    8 a.m. to sunset daily

The outdoor interpretive area, restrooms and brochures are available during these times. The park gates are closed at sunset. 

Visitor Center hours

Summer Hours (On-Season)

  • April through October
    7 a.m. to sunset daily

Winter Hours (Off-Season)

  • November through March
    8 a.m. to sunset daily

The outdoor interpretive area, restrooms and brochures are available during these times. The park gates are closed at sunset. 

Park Office hours

Summer Hours (On-Season)

  • April through October
    10 a.m.- 5 p.m. daily
    On occasion the park office may be temporarily closed while park staff assist large groups or conduct outdoor interpretive programs.

Winter Hours (Off-Season)

  • November through March
    Office is not regularly staffed. Park staff are usually available in the park daily. The office telephone answering machine is monitored for messages during daytime hours.