Shoals Bend Park
Shoals Bend Park
The City's newest park is located at Corner Stone Lane near Burmingham Road and E State Hwy 76. It's the home of the annual Easter Egg Hunt and city softball league play. The picnic pavilion can be reserved by calling 417 546-4763.
Amenities include:
- Playground
- Large Picnic Pavilion
- Softball Field
- Basketball Court w/ additional markings for Pickleball
- Tennis backboard
- Concession Stand
- Large grass area (soccer, football, kites, bikes, etc.)
Walking Trails
The Dr. William Rosten Nature Trails
The Dr William Rosten Nature trail system follows Bull Shoals Lake from Shadowrock Park to Empire Park at Powersite Dam. The trail is paved and ADA accessible.
Gateway Biking Trail
This trail is perfect for the mountain biking enthusiast.
Take on the challenge of our mountain biking trails and enjoy the beautiful Ozarks while getting some exercise and fresh air. The trail will take you down winding paths through a creek and over several bridges. The Gateway trails system is behind the Boys and Girls Club off Coy Blvd east of US Highway 160 and winds through the City’s Nature Preserve.
Maps of the Gateway Trail
Maps of the Gateway Trail
GPS Map of the Gateway Trail
Shadowrock Park is closed due to flooding.
Shadowrock Park & RV Campground
This is the primary recreation area for the city. Located on the shores of Bull Shoals Lake, we provide a truly marvelous camping experience. For residents, playground, tennis courts, picnic areas, boat launch and swimming holes are frequently used all season attractions.
Amenities include:
- Shower Houses
- Fish Cleaning Station
- Fire Ring
- BBQs
- Horseshoe Pit
- RV Dump Station
Reservations: 417.546.2876
Camping Rates
- Tent site - no electric or water - $15/per day
- Electric and Water site - $25/day
- Water/Sewer/Electric site (1-8) - $30/day
- Senior discount (age 60 and over) -
Electric & water sites $20/day
Electric, sewer & water sites $20/day
Shadowrock Park Facility Use Rates
- Concrete area and Stage - $25/day
- Small Barn - $75/day
- Arena - $75/day except for riding club events which have no charge
- Large Picnic Pavilions - $20/day
- Ball Field - Charge only if lights are used
Local Boat Launches
Local Boat Launches
- Shadowrock Park
- Empire Park
- River Run Campground (Corps/Fee)
- Beaver Creek Campground (Corps/Fee)
- Rockaway Beach Park
- K-Dock
Employment opertunities
Be part of the parks team!
The City of Forsyth is looking for a few good individuals to help maintain our beautiful parks and trails. If you love working outside with your hands, we may have a spot for you. Duties would include mowing and maintaining park grounds and equipment, improving our existing facilities and helping shape the future of our parks.
We have full time and seasonal positions available.
Bring resume' or applications to Forsyth City Hall, 15405 US Hwy 160, Forsyth, Mo. 65653
