The lake also hosts numerous populations of ducks and geese during the fall and winter months. Management of this vast resource is aimed toward providing good habitat for many species. Hunting licenses are required in Missouri. Special permits are required for certain game such as deer, turkey and waterfowl. Facilities available in each campground vary from the most fully equipped to the more isolated, less developed, primitive camping areas.
Camping is permitted in designated areas only.
Picnicing facilities are available around the lake for just about any size picnic you can imagine. Wappapello Lake is host to a variety of recreational boating opportunities. Water skiers and sailboaters can be seen on the lake as you drive across Wappapello Dam. The lake's 180 miles of picturesque shoreline attracts boats of all sizes. Swimming has long been one of the more popular activities at Wappapello Lake.