Dewey Short Visitor Center

We had stopped for information about the area around the dam. The center has many interesting displays and the setting on Table Rock lake is beautiful The volunteers on duty were extremely informative about the history of the dam and the surrounding area. There are picnic tables near the visitor center wit that have a beautiful view of the lake. We took a short walk on path the edge of the lake, it was well paved and led tothe dock of the Branson Belle, which had a nearby parking lot for passengers. There is a gift shop with restrooms inn the ticket area/gift shop and a refreshment stand nearby. The area around the visitor center has many marked/measured trails and maps are available for the more serious hikers. Knowledgeable staff at visitor center, interesting exhibits, clean bathrooms, beautiful scenic area for picnics or hikes make this a worthwhile stop on your visit to the area. There is also a very interesting fish hatchery below the dam, also well worth a stop. Fish food is available and feeding the trout is a fun activity for kids of all ages.
5 7 years ago (05-05-2018)

Really nice visitors center but give your self time to see everything. Plus they have scavenger hunts you can do. It was really fun trying to find all the stuff. Sites are beautiful!
5 7 years ago (10-04-2018)

What a cool place! They had an informative movie about the history of the dam, and an entire museum dedicated to the dam and history of the area. Super neat and free place to go!
5 7 years ago (01-05-2018)

Gorgeous building with even better views. The help desk employees were wonderful and knowledgeable. The kids had a blast.
5 7 years ago (06-05-2018)

Nice stop near Table Rock Lake, and free. Only small disappointment was they didn't have even a small gift store for things my husband and I collect, like postcards and lapel pins. But really nice and informative.
4 7 years ago (22-04-2018)