What camping is available in Missouri?

According to TheDyrt.com, Missouri offers a wide range of camping options, with 827 campgrounds and RV parks in Missouri and 44 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground in Missouri?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground in Missouri is Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park with a 5-star rating from 56 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping in Missouri?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 44 free dispersed camping spots in Missouri.

What are the best parks in Missouri?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 parks in Missouri that allow camping, notably Mark Twain National Forest and Ozark National Scenic Riverways.

Camping in Missouri

3,352 Reviews

A hefty sum of forty-one state parks with more than 3,600 campsites makes camping in Missouri a breeze to plan and enjoy. Long known as “The Cave State,” Missouri has nearly 6,400 historic caves to offer the archeologists at heart. And with abundant shoreline space, water activities are surprisingly easy to find at Missouri campsites. So round up the crew and grab your gear – it’s time to make memories camping in Missouri!

Thanks to the Lake of the Ozarks, the state has over 1,150 miles of shoreline, making camping in Missouri a must for water lovers. Experience the Ozarks’ breathtaking outdoors in the beautiful Ozark Mountains at one of Elk River’s three campgrounds, which offer rafting, canoeing, camping and angling.

Looking for a little history lesson along with your camping adventure? Look no further than Missouri’s intricate cave scene. Meramec Caverns located in the Ozarks is a 4.5-mile cave system that has existed for the past 400 million years. Meramec Caverns is just one hour from the heart of St. Louis, and offers lodging, camping, and canoeing in addition to guided tours of the cave.

The quaint and historic Graham Cave State Park is just over an hour west of St. Louis, and offers a walk through ancient history along with year-round camping availability, five hiking trails, and over 386 scenic acres to explore. Take a trip down literature lane and visit the famous Mark Twain Cave near Hannibal, MO. Mark Twain, a Hannibal native himself, incorporates the maze-like cave in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. Cave-lovers can also descend into the Onondaga Cave State Park to view towering stalagmites, stalactites, and active flowstones.

Get away and explore Missouri’s scenic shoreline spots and cave wonders. With The Dyrt, you can be sure to find the best camping in Missouri along the way.

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Best Camping Sites in Missouri (827)

1. Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park
56 Reviews
•182 Photos•
456 Saves
Black, Missouri
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$11 - $32 / night
2. Meramec State Park Campground
54 Reviews
•163 Photos•
261 Saves
Sullivan, Missouri
Tree-shaded campgrounds and cabins are what staying at Meramec State Parks is all about. Forty of our most scenic parks offer a wide range of sites, from basic sites to pitch a tent at to full-service sites for your RV. Fourteen favorite state parks offer lodging options ranging from motel rooms and fourplexes to a lake house, yurts and outpost cabins and makes for great camping near Kansas City.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$12 - $48 / night
3. Table Rock State Park Campground
51 Reviews
•92 Photos•
285 Saves
Hollister, Missouri
Table Rock State Park has two campgrounds and offers basic, electric and sewer/electric/water campsites. For a little extra space, try one of the park's family campsites or a platform tent site for a unique camping experience. Get everything you need for your stay at the park store.
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
- Group
$12 - $42 / night
4. Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground
49 Reviews
•182 Photos•
195 Saves
Kaiser, Missouri
With Lake of the Ozarks camping, enjoy the solitude of an undeveloped cove hidden along the shorelines of one of Missouri’s largest lakes. Swim, fish, boat or simply take in the view from a shady campsite or picnic area overlooking the Lake of the Ozarks. The park offers the opportunity to enjoy a variety of recreational activities on the lake or on shore. Lake of the Ozarks State Park offers basic and electric campsites and three organized group camps and Pin Oak Facility. For those who need a little extra space, family campsites are available. Stock up on camping supplies at the Camper Store, which is located near the campground entrance. On shore, hikers, backpackers, equestrians and bicyclists can wind through open woodlands, sunny glades, small springs and streams to bluff-top views of the Lake of the Ozarks. Water enthusiasts can make use of the park’s two swimming beaches, boat rentals and paved boat ramps. Park stores sell all of the necessary supplies for a day on the water. Year-round overnight accommodations include campsites, Outpost Cabins and yurts.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$13 - $50 / night
5. Sam A. Baker State Park Campground
48 Reviews
•106 Photos•
142 Saves
Patterson, Missouri
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
6. Onondaga Cave State Park Campground
39 Reviews
•102 Photos•
213 Saves
Leasburg, Missouri
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$12 - $52 / night
7. Blue Springs Lake Campground
41 Reviews
•38 Photos•
172 Saves
Blue Springs, Missouri
Blue Springs Campground features modern facilities and is located only 5 minutes from Blue Springs Lake. Some of the amenities include:
Attendant Fire Grill Firewood - $7/bucket (outside firewood is not permitted) Laundry Picnic Table Playground Restrooms Showers Premiere - Full Hookup with Concrete Pad: 29 sites Full Hookup: 16 sites Electric: 23 sites Electric and Water: 13 sites Total: 81 sites
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$33 - $48 / night
8. Bennett Spring State Park Campground
39 Reviews
•95 Photos•
151 Saves
Windyville, Missouri
The valley that cradles Bennett Spring has created a place of peace and recreation that has welcomed generations of enthusiastic anglers. Bennett Spring camping is one of Missouri’s earliest state parks and continues today to attract fishermen and nature lovers seeking to make new memories. More than 100 million gallons of clear, cool water gush from Bennett Spring each day and form a spring branch stocked daily with rainbow trout waiting for lucky fishermen. Fishing may be the main draw but the park also offers many other amenities such as a dining lodge, campgrounds, cabins and hiking trails. Whether you are a traditional fishing enthusiast or someone seeking a place to relax and refresh, Bennett Spring State Park has what you need to make every trip one to remember.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
9. Cuivre River State Park Campground
39 Reviews
•76 Photos•
232 Saves
Troy, Missouri
Cuivre River State Park is one of the state’s largest and most rugged parks! Cuivre River State Park lends a wilder, Ozarkian flavor to the otherwise predominately agricultural landscape of northern Missouri. Although not far from St. Louis, the park is a nature lover’s paradise. It is an outdoor delight to stroll through the park in the spring when flowering dogwood is in bloom or in the fall when the trees are ablaze with autumn colors. The park is perfect whether you want to enjoy an afternoon visit or spend a few days. Both primitive and modern campsites are available, and Lake Lincoln offers swimming, boating and fishing. The park’s wild and natural areas provide hiking, backpacking, photography and wildlife observation activities. There is also an equestrian trail with a campground for overnight stays. Cuivre River State Park offers reservable basic, electric and sewer/electric/water campsites, an equestrian campground, three organized group camps and a special-use camping area. Try one of the park's family campsites for a little extra space or a platform tent site for a unique camping experience.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$15 - $38 / night
10. Timbuktu Campground — Echo Bluff State Park
37 Reviews
•146 Photos•
191 Saves
Eminence, Missouri
The park features a primitive group/special-use camping area with a fire ring and restroom facilities. Call the park for information on how to reserve this area.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access

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Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park

Pets
Fires
Electric Hookups
Phone Service

$11 - $32 / night

Meramec State Park Campground

Tree-shaded campgrounds and cabins are what staying at Meramec State Parks is all about. Forty of our most scenic parks offer a wide range of sites, from basic sites to pitch a tent at to full-service sites for your RV. Fourteen favorite state parks offer lodging options ranging from motel rooms and fourplexes to a lake house, yurts and outpost cabins and makes for great camping near Kansas City.

Pets
Fires
Electric Hookups
Phone Service

$12 - $48 / night

Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground

With Lake of the Ozarks camping, enjoy the solitude of an undeveloped cove hidden along the shorelines of one of Missouri’s largest lakes. Swim, fish, boat or simply take in the view from a shady campsite or picnic area overlooking the Lake of the Ozarks. The park offers the opportunity to enjoy a variety of recreational activities on the lake or on shore. Lake of the Ozarks State Park offers basic and electric campsites and three organized group camps and Pin Oak Facility. For those who need a little extra space, family campsites are available. Stock up on camping supplies at the Camper Store, which is located near the campground entrance. On shore, hikers, backpackers, equestrians and bicyclists can wind through open woodlands, sunny glades, small springs and streams to bluff-top views of the Lake of the Ozarks. Water enthusiasts can make use of the park’s two swimming beaches, boat rentals and paved boat ramps. Park stores sell all of the necessary supplies for a day on the water. Year-round overnight accommodations include campsites, Outpost Cabins and yurts.

Pets
Fires
Electric Hookups
Phone Service

$13 - $50 / night

Sam A. Baker State Park Campground

Pets
Fires
Electric Hookups
Phone Service

Onondaga Cave State Park Campground

Pets
Fires
Electric Hookups
Phone Service

$12 - $52 / night

Blue Springs Lake Campground

41 Reviews

38 Photos

172 Saves

Blue Springs, Missouri

Blue Springs Campground features modern facilities and is located only 5 minutes from Blue Springs Lake. Some of the amenities include:

Attendant
Fire Grill
Firewood - $7/bucket (outside firewood is not permitted)
Laundry
Picnic Table
Playground
Restrooms
Showers


Premiere - Full Hookup with Concrete Pad: 29 sites
Full Hookup: 16 sites
Electric: 23 sites
Electric and Water: 13 sites
Total: 81 sites

Pets
Fires
Electric Hookups
Phone Service

$33 - $48 / night

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Recent Reviews in Missouri

3352 Reviews of 827 Missouri Campgrounds

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‘Chelle S.
Guide
Nov. 4, 2024
Sugar Camp Lookout Tower Dispersed Area
Beautiful and Peaceful
Mark Twain National Forest is always a great getaway. This location is tucked away from the main road and is easy to get to. Could easily get 4 rigs + in the sight. Established fire ring (be mindful of burn bans). Close to Roaring River and Table Rock lake.
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‘Chelle S.
Guide
Nov. 4, 2024
Edge of the Woods RV Park and Campground
Anna is a fantastic host
We have stayed at this campground several times and Anna is there to answer all your questions and really take care of you. This is close to Roaring River and Table Rock Lake. You are also close to Cassville if you’ve forgotten anything or want to eat out!
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Alicia N.
Scout
Nov. 4, 2024
Alley Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
Small sites with little privacy - campground fine, but not great
I'd seen a lot of great reviews for this campground, so I had high expectations when we arrived for a night in early November. We reserved a spot in the 900 loop, just to be safe - a few of the camping loops allow reservations, and the rest are walk in. The loop was very open, spaces all fully visible to each other. The bathrooms were locked for the season after 10/15.
Since things were pretty empty, we moved to the 500 loop, which was more tree covered, near the river, and next to the shower house, which was the one park bath open for the winter. Bathrooms and showers were clean, though no camp host was present the night we stayed.
We were the only people on the 500 loop, so it was fine, but again - sites VERY close together. Some picnic tables were less than 20 feet apart. The 600 loop was the only heavily occupied loop when were there, filled with campers, presumably because of the electric access.
This is a NPS campground, so its amenities tend to be fewer than many MO state parks. I have other parks in this area that have more scenic and private tent camping. Just on the other side of the river is the Alley spring and mill, which are lovely - and ironically, some of the picnic sites are more spacious than these tent sites. I wish we could camp on that side!
J
James D.
Scout
Nov. 3, 2024
Brazil Creek Camping Area
Great Little Rest Stop
Very nice free camp ground that is suitable for any type of camping.
The Ranger, who was very nice, had good service with AT&T, I had TMobile at my campsite with a booster.
Miles and miles of trails for Mountain Biking, horse riding or just hiking, and you can ride your ATV on the roads but you need an orange triangle.
Well worth the 20 to 30 minute trip off the highway.
Angela
Scout
Nov. 3, 2024
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Resort At Six Flags
Nice parks
Had a great fishing trip and swimming trip
Joe
Scout
Oct. 31, 2024
Schifferdecker Park
Country
No good
Bradley R.
Traveler
Oct. 31, 2024
Coyote — Mark Twain State Park
Great off-season camping
We visited twice in the off-season we loved the campground so much. It’s quiet and secluded. Very clean and beautiful.
Tripi A.
Scout
Oct. 30, 2024
Milo Farm Sacred Land Retreat
The best camping
No. Hay palabras para describir esto tan increíble
Lee D.
Legend
Oct. 28, 2024
Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park
Quiet during the off-season but expect it would be poplular in the summer!
General: Very large state park with six separate loops/areas:
• Loop 1: 10 Equestrian sites with water and electric (50 amp)
• Loop 2: 20 FHU sites (50 amp)
• Loop 3: 21 Sites with electric only (50 amp)
• Loop 4: 14 sites with no hookups
• Loop 5: 14 walk-in sites plus three special use sites
• Six cabins
Site Quality: We stayed in Loop 3. Each site was very generous in size and reasonably distanced from each other. Most had foliage separating them. All sites looked to be level, and the camper pads were either all concrete or concrete/macadam and in very good shape. A large wooden picnic table, lantern/garbage hook, and fire pit complete each site.
Bath/Shower House: The one closest to our site (and I’m assuming others are the same) had three toilet/sink combos and one family restroom/shower. On the other side of the building were three shower rooms. While they were clean, the floors were concrete, and the walls cinderblock and there was a bit of a musty odor.
Activities/Amenities: We were there during the week in May and the visitor center and both stores (one in the campground and one by the Shut-Ins) were only open on the weekends. There was a laundry room with very reasonably priced machines ($1 each for the washer and dryer), a playground, and an amphitheater (which also was not in use when we were there). There is a gravel path that bisects each of the loops providing a nice way to walk/run throughout the campground. The signage in the park is good so even though no one was at the check-in station, it was easy to find our site and other facilities. The big draw for this park is the shut-ins (narrow constriction or gorge in a stream) where people can swim/slide from one to the other via small waterfalls into pools of water. We did see a few hearty souls in the water when we were there, and I can only imagine what it would be like on a hot summer weekend!
We had almost the entire Loop 3 to ourselves, so it was a very quiet stay for us (except for the cicadas)!.
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I W.
Traveler
Oct. 26, 2024
Prairie State Park Campground
Tent camping
Lots of ticks. Good clean campground. Bathroom. Bison roam the park. Ticks also roam the park. Found a burnt guitar. Wooden pole hit truck. Prarie walk had lots of ticks, but no tick dogs.
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I W.
Traveler
Oct. 26, 2024
Huckleberry Ridge Conservation Area
Tent camping
Pretty remote. Quiet. Tick dog tried to get through the tick gate but failed unfortunately. No table. Burn ban, so no fires. No ticks. Hard to get to in the dark, but nice scenery.
Nathan P.
Ranger
Oct. 26, 2024
Bennett Spring State Park Campground
Beautiful area with lots of camping spotsis
This is a beautiful area with a lot of camping spots. Campground 1 is down by the water and really meant for the big rigs. Most of the other campgrounds (5 total) also have plenty of space to spread out. We saw plenty of 5th wheels up in the other campgrounds. Many had electric, though don't think many have water. Which is fine for a long weeked or something - just fill up the freshwater before heading out.
Of course if you like fishing this is a wonderful place. Not my thing, but I enjoyed people watching.
Linda H.
Guide
Oct. 25, 2024
Rudolf Bennitt Conservation Area
Forest and Lake Dry camping
Heavily forested with a lake. Trails and camping areas in woods are setup for equestrian with good trails for hikers, bikers and horses. Camping at lake is open gravel or grass. Nice fishing lake with docks, boat ramp and vault toilet and the only one provided. Parked lakeside. Quite night with one fishing boat late morning. Get a brochure with park map at entrance as roads pass through park and private property.
GB N.
Scout
Oct. 22, 2024
DD Hwy Campground
October tent camping
Tent camping back away from the RVs & we were the only people. Gorgeous river to view just a few steps away & the night sky view was fantastic. LOVED the bathroom & shower facilities!
J
John R.
Legend
Oct. 22, 2024
Asher Creek Campground — Lake Wappapello State Park
Small campground with large sites.
Beautiful small campground with large sites. Restroom was emaculate. Clean park with a boat launch. Electric only spots and dispersed. Water and dump are on site.
L
Larry F.
Guide
Oct. 21, 2024
Port Of Kimberling Marina & Resort
Gorgeous Autumn Camping
Stayed 3 nights. Weekend had a few family gatherings near us, but the weekdays we pretty much had the place to ourselves. Campground is well maintained with beautiful views of Table Rock Lake. We were in upper section (electric only) - the lower section next to the marina has full hookups. There are a few pull-through, but most sites are back-in and long enough for al most any rig.
Nadia
Scout
Oct. 14, 2024
The Woods at Plaza Drive RV Park
2015 or older
If your camper is 10 yrs or older then don't even try it
Ioan P.
Legend
Oct. 12, 2024
Jonesburg Gardens Campground
Small
Most tenants work in the Vicinity . The spaces are a little bit dirty. Nobody picks up after the dogs. The pound is nice, but filthy water
Ioan P.
Legend
Oct. 12, 2024
Trailside RV Park
For one night, ok
Is situated near very busy Hwy and rails road. It is a little tight but the stuff is very nice.
Beth M.
Guide
Oct. 5, 2024
Mill Creek (missouri)
Lovely Lake View
Everything about this campground is fantastic. The lake surrounds the point, the sites are cleverly designed, the October crowd is quiet and friendly, it's near Branson, strong Verizon signal.
Beth M.
Guide
Oct. 5, 2024
Cobb Ridge
Motors Mostly
This beautiful campground in classic Ozark hardwoods is a haven for things with motors. Bikes, ATVs, gold carts, all manners of off-road thingies, and the louder the better. At the same time, it was clean, folks were respectful, and it was quiet after dark. Enough Verizon signal to get Facebook. Some sites have electricity.
T
Tiffany M.
Scout
Oct. 3, 2024
Halstead Hideaway Campground
Amazing
We have stayed here multiple times and it is super peaceful, the host are great and help with anything you need!
Bobby B.
Scout
Oct. 2, 2024
Grand Trace State Forest
Quiet Missouri Conservation Area
In Amish country. About eight fire rings. Probably could park anywhere and camp regardless of rings. 2 OCT 24 and been here five days and saw only two other campers. One night and two night stays for them. Safe place although I am a manly man so I do not worry. Safe for females I mean. About 30 minutes to Bethany proper where civilization is. 3 bar Verizon reception.
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kimella W.
Scout
Oct. 1, 2024
Timbercrest Park
Affordable
Affordable and right on edge of town
Roger W.
Legend
Sep. 30, 2024
Weston Bend State Park Campground
Clean, Attractive, and Quiet
Weston Bend, MO 9/24: As of early September 1/2 of the campground is closed for construction. I understand that some sites will be upgraded to full hookups. (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good
(72 yr olds in 27’ trailer.)
Overall Rating: 5 for a state park . Hiking and overlooks nearby. This is a nice campground to visit Leavenworth from. Very clean showers. Price 2024: About $15 for non electric sites. $25 for electric sites Security: Gate w code for night time entry Usage during visit: Very full during weekends. Plenty of free sites during the week Visual Privacy Between Adjacent Sites: Some more than others Site Spacing: Very good Pad surface: Blacktop Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Pretty quiet Outside Road Noise: None Through Traffic in campground: No reason for Electric Hookup: All sites but # 3 and 26. Sewer Hookup: Coming to some sites by 2025 Dump Station: Yes Potable Water Available: Yes, at dump stations and some scattered spigots Generators: Allowed Bathroom: One building with flush toilets. One pit toilet near site #26 Showers: Yes. Clean and nice. Pull Throughs: 1 or 2 Cell Service (AT&T): 2 bars Setting: Thick deciduous forest Recent Weather: Some 90 - 100 degree days in late August Solar: # 3 has better solar than the other non-electric site shady #26. Insects: Not bad Host: Great Rig Size: large rigs Sites: #3 and # 26 are non- electric. #26 is the most private.
Gordy Y.
Scout
Sep. 30, 2024
Hoot Owl Bend
Not recommended for cars
It seems like a bad place to park for the night; sign says area closed 10pm-4am, so camping of any kind seems unallowed.
Joel R.
Legend
Sep. 27, 2024
Birch Creek RV Park
Nice spot for quick stop
This is a small RV park just off I-44 about 20 minutes from Meramec Caverns. It’s very close to the highway so there is lots of highway noise. Some sites are farther away so not so bad. There is easy access from I-44.
30 & 50-Amp Electrical, Water & Sewer Hook-ups. Concrete pads. Bathroom/showers are clean. Pet friendly, coin laundry. Some pull thru sites. Adjacent to the Great American Flea Market on weekends if you like that stuff.

Guide to Missouri

Camping in Missouri offers a mix of beautiful landscapes, fun activities, and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there's something for everyone.

What to Do

Hiking and Trails: Many campgrounds, like Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground, have great hiking trails. One camper mentioned, “Beautiful campgrounds. Hiking trails. Super showers & toilets. Clean. Friendly staff.”
Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, check out Bennett Spring State Park Campground. A reviewer said, “The Niangua River was gorgeous and so fun to swim in (clear all the way to the bottom).”
Water Activities: Campgrounds near lakes, like Cooper’s Landing Campgrounds and Marina, are perfect for kayaking and swimming. One visitor noted, “You will have water and electric but no sewer and no dump station on site.”

What Campers Like

Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Maramec Spring Park stated, “Great and clean shower house. Well taken care of.”
Friendly Staff: Many visitors mention the helpfulness of campground staff. At B Berry Farms & Co., a camper said, “The whole B Berry family are great people. They helped us get in and told us all the fun & exciting things around the farm to do.”
Scenic Views: Campgrounds like Raccoon Ridge offer stunning views. One camper shared, “Heavy wooded with shared paths to lake or cove. Marina is within 1 mile by water or 15 minutes by car.”

What You Should Know

Reservation Policies: Some campgrounds have strict cancellation policies. A visitor at Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground expressed frustration, saying, “Their reservation process raised concerns with their non-industry standard policy of requiring a 10-day notice for cancellations.”
Wildlife: Be prepared for wildlife encounters. A camper at Raccoon Ridge warned, “Keep food and bait inside as raccoons rule at night.”
Ticks and Bugs: Some areas have ticks, so bring bug spray. A review for Pine Ridge Recreation Area mentioned, “Only bummer was lots of ticks.”

Tips for Camping with Families

Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids. At Boiling Springs Campground, a camper noted, “This camp area is very clean and family friendly! The river was pretty!”
Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A family at Bennett Spring State Park Campground enjoyed cooking fresh food over the fire.
Safety First: Always supervise kids near water. A reviewer at Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground mentioned, “They have both showers and running water restrooms.”

Tips from RVers

Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground said, “The utilities were in the middle of the pad and water pressure was decent.”
Look for Amenities: Choose campgrounds with electric hookups. A visitor at Cooper’s Landing Campgrounds and Marina appreciated, “The general store has many options including a wide variety of food and drinks.”
Be Prepared for Crowds: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A reviewer at Pittsburg Area Campground noted, “Really quiet during the week. However, fishing boat traffic increases through the week.”

Camping in Missouri has its perks and quirks, so be ready for a memorable experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available in Missouri?
According to TheDyrt.com, Missouri offers a wide range of camping options, with 827 campgrounds and RV parks in Missouri and 44 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground in Missouri?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground in Missouri is Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park with a 5-star rating from 56 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping in Missouri?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 44 free dispersed camping spots in Missouri.
What are the best parks in Missouri?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 parks in Missouri that allow camping, notably Mark Twain National Forest and Ozark National Scenic Riverways.

Camping in Missouri

Best Camping Sites in Missouri (827)

1. Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park

2. Meramec State Park Campground

3. Table Rock State Park Campground

4. Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground

5. Sam A. Baker State Park Campground

6. Onondaga Cave State Park Campground

7. Blue Springs Lake Campground

8. Bennett Spring State Park Campground

9. Cuivre River State Park Campground

10. Timbuktu Campground — Echo Bluff State Park

Popular Camping Styles in Missouri

Tent Camping in Missouri

RV Parks in Missouri

Free Dispersed Camping in Missouri

Cabins in Missouri

Dog Friendly Camping in Missouri

Glamping in Missouri

Horse Camping in Missouri

Pet-friendly camping in Missouri

Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park

Meramec State Park Campground

Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground

Sam A. Baker State Park Campground

Onondaga Cave State Park Campground

Blue Springs Lake Campground

Recent Reviews in Missouri

3352 Reviews of 827 Missouri Campgrounds

Beautiful and Peaceful

Anna is a fantastic host

Small sites with little privacy - campground fine, but not great

Great Little Rest Stop

Nice parks

Country

Great off-season camping

The best camping

Quiet during the off-season but expect it would be poplular in the summer!

Tent camping

Tent camping

Beautiful area with lots of camping spotsis

Forest and Lake Dry camping

October tent camping

Small campground with large sites.

Gorgeous Autumn Camping

2015 or older

Small

For one night, ok

Lovely Lake View

Motors Mostly

Amazing

Quiet Missouri Conservation Area

Affordable

Clean, Attractive, and Quiet

Not recommended for cars

Nice spot for quick stop