June 17, 2025

CAMPING CABINS

At Shady Beach Campground, great facilities are our standard. We’ll make sure your stay with us is a memorable one when you choose the comfort and convenience of our camping cabins! These air-conditioned camping cabins accommodate up to 6 people with 3 full size beds. Downstairs is one bed, a table with 2 benches and vanity area. Upstairs in large loft is one full size futon and the small loft has a Futon jumbo mattress. You need to furnish your own bedding. On-site bathhouses are about 100 yards from the cabins. Each cabin has electricity, so feel free to bring some of your favorite comforts of home! You may also bring a portable toilet, as we have a dump station located by the bathhouse.
May 15, 2025

Why Shady Beach in Noel, MO is Perfect for Group Camping Adventures

Planning a getaway with friends, a family reunion, or a youth group trip? Shady Beach Campground in Noel, Missouri is your ideal group camping destination! Nestled on the banks of the Elk River, our campground offers a peaceful setting with plenty of space and amenities to host your next group adventure.
April 23, 2025

Float Trip Planning 101: What to Pack for a Day on the Elk River

The river is flowing, the weather is warming up, and the floats are hitting the water! Whether it’s your first time floating the Elk River or you’re the go-to trip planner for your crew, knowing what to pack can make or break your day.
March 16, 2025

Spring Into Float Season: What’s New at Shady Beach Campground in 2025

We’re feeling it. The sun’s coming out, the gear is coming down from storage, and campers and float crews are already calling about reservations. That can only mean one thing—Shady Beach Campground in Noel, Missouri, is getting ready to open for the 2025 season!
February 21, 2025

Float the Elk River in Noel, MO and Camp at Shady Beach Campground

Nothing says summer quite like a float trip with friends, and there’s no better place to do it than on the Elk River in Noel, Missouri. With its gentle current, scenic surroundings, and lively atmosphere, the Elk River is the perfect destination for a day (or weekend) of floating, fun, and relaxation.