2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Kampsville River Park offers full RV hookup sites with water, electricity, and a dump station for $25 per night, with payment collected at the village hall. Several RV campgrounds operate in the region, including Pere Marquette State Park Campground with electric sites and a dump station, though water hookups are shared and may require additional hose length. "Nice flat sites with either cement pad ($50) or gravel ($45). 3 loops all near water. Showers and laundry facility," noted one camper about St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park, which provides pull-through and back-in sites with full hookups. Concrete pads accommodate larger motorhomes, while gravel sites offer a more economical option for smaller rigs.
Year-round availability varies between parks, with Pere Marquette State Park open throughout all seasons. Most campgrounds require reservations, though Kampsville River Park typically has vacant sites even during peak summer months. Bathroom and shower facilities are generally well-maintained across the region's RV parks, with several offering additional amenities like laundry services. The terrain is mostly level, making setup straightforward for most rigs. Travelers should note that some locations like 370 Lakeside Park feature limited shade as trees are still young. Pet policies are generally accommodating, with most parks allowing dogs on leash, though specific restrictions may apply depending on the facility.
"Nice level concrete pads but definitely a bit crowded. Lots of big rigs. Very nice folks who checked us in. We seem well connected. Nice old downtown of St. Charles. Worth a walk. Art and stuff."
"Full hookups, concrete pads. No firepits. Close to a bunch of stuff. Fast wifi."
from $56 - $61 / night
"We checked in and proceeded to back-in Site 426 with full hookups. As the last site in the campground, the curve in the road made for an exceptionally easy back-in."
"I've been to 370 Lakeside Park many times to walk around the huge lake and to hear concerts in the summer, but I had never camped there. Still haven't. I'll explain."
from $35 - $60 / night
"Excellent little RV park behind a brewery. The Katy trail borders the park for easy access to town."
"Nice basic rv park with full hook ups and a clean shower house. All the roads and pads are gravel and level."
from $25 - $58 / night
"As the pictures on the Dyrt show, it’s a large area of white gravel. It’s clean, has very wide spaces for rv’s which are very level and has water and electricity."
Available this weekend
from $19 - $29 / night
"We had full hook ups. They looked to be working on a bathroom/shower house that will be really nice when done! They have a pool, kids area and a putt putt area. Nice grass area for the dogs too."
"Our site was a good ways away from the road, and they're pretty generous with their firewood. Their bathrooms are pretty old though. All in all we enjoyed our stay."
from $20 - $32 / night
"The prices are incredible, and you can even do your laundry for free! I would recommend this to anyone looking for a quiet, beautiful, and affordable place to get away."
"Owners live right off the property so very convenient. Very nice owner Helen, came by the site to check us in. Right off a small county hwy, but not too noisy. Very quiet and relaxed place."
"Good value. 25$ for an RV site with water, dump and power. Payment at the village hall. Still vacant sites in July."
"Our friend suggested F-17, which was an easy back-in. F-17 was available, and was actually cheaper, so we saved$6 on the back-in site."
"The sites are spacious with nice big fire rings. The sites are gravel and are semi level but still need leveling. It was quiet and peaceful, a good nights rest passing through."
from $40 - $60 / night
ScoutMy favorite spot in all of St. Louis! The lady who is the owner and the front desk attendant are wonderful and I have never had a problem here with anything! Free WiFi, laundry, and a public shower and bathroom if needed! There’s also cool walking/biking trails and a park with a children’s playground as well! The gas station is also walking distance for any small necessities
ScoutMy favorite RV spot in St. Charles. It’s pretty quiet minus the cool boats and train but other than that it’s peaceful…also love the price!
GuideThis is a nice, clean, little campground.Free of charge dispersed.No hookups , car pads , fire pits right on the mississippi river , just beautiful , really , really impressed
ScoutNice and easy. Good spacing between sites
ScoutThis is one of the worst state parks I’ve ever visited. The sites are small no water or electricity. Takes 15 minutes from civilization to get there.
TravelerTrails in the area re nice but facilities for this many sites are limited. Sites are close to each other.
TravelerCame to Riverside landing on a Tuesday-Thursday for car camping and there was only a few other RVs and one other tent camper. Reserved a spot right on the river, very scenic and quiet. Right by some train tracks so trains do run by, but that was the only loud noise! No restrooms here so bring your own amenities if you aren’t in an RV
ScoutGood showers 10 dollar tenting fire pits and park benches at each site. Dump stations and there are flushing and pit toilets on site
ScoutTraveling for the first time with our two Bangal cats. Easy to get to from stl area. Clean bathrooms.
The Illinois and Mississippi River confluence area creates a diverse camping environment near Kampsville, Illinois. The region sits at approximately 450 feet elevation with hardwood forests and river bluffs dominating the landscape. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-90°F with moderate humidity and occasional thunderstorms.
Bike the Katy Trail: Access the popular trail directly from Beyond the Trail RV Park in Defiance, Missouri. "The Katy trail borders the park for easy access to town. Beautiful views across a large farm field (soy beans when we were here) to the hills beyond with incredible sunsets," notes a reviewer.
Explore historic towns: Several campgrounds offer proximity to charming river towns. "We went back to see the Arch Natl park and down into historic st. Charles. Beautiful historic town with plenty to see and do, with a casino past that," reports a camper at Sundermeier RV Park.
Visit local wineries: The region contains numerous wineries within short driving distance. "The park is bordered by the Katy Trail which will take you into town (and many other scenic places) so bring your bikes! Just on the other side of the trail is a great brewery with a fantastic patio and rooftop deck," shares one visitor about Beyond the Trail RV Park.
Convenient river access: Many campgrounds offer direct river or lake proximity. "This campground, a City of St Peters park and campground, is as excellent as a campground comes. The park/campground rents paddleboats, kayaks, and canoes in addition to different kinds of bikes. There is a walking trail around the lake (4+ miles)," explains a camper at St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathhouses stand out in camper reviews. "Very well ran, clean, secure, friendly, professional campground. Full service, pull through site. Excellent park, lots of amenities," notes one visitor about St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park.
Good site spacing: Many campgrounds offer adequate space between sites. "The campsites are 'state-park-size', especially the back-in sites which all have plenty of lawns behind them. All sites have a view of the small lake," shares another camper about St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park.
Seasonal flooding risk: The Mississippi and Illinois Rivers can flood certain campgrounds. "This area is prone to flooding. It was out of commission for most of the summer of 2019 as the entire area was flooded," warns a camper about the region.
Variable shade conditions: Tree coverage varies significantly between parks. "This park had very little [trees]. It seems to be new, and there are trees planted, but it will be awhile before they provide any shade," mentions a reviewer at St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park.
Noise considerations: Pere Marquette State Park Campground offers quieter surroundings than some riverside locations. "The campground is located in an open grove of old trees. There were owls when we were there. In winter there are a lot of eagles feeding in the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers which meet at the park," reports a visitor.
Water activities: Multiple parks offer kid-friendly water recreation. "The lake is nice and they have some spots close to it. There is a lot to do here. They have an archery range. The rent out peddle boats, bikes and peddle cars/buggies as well," shares a camper about St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park.
Playground access: Some campgrounds feature play areas. "This park is beautiful. Located about 25 minutes from St Louis. They have paddle boats and bikes and group bikes for rental. Located right next to a lake with a lot of RV and tent camping spots. Kids had a blast riding bikes," notes a visitor.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Cherokee Lakes Campground offers secluded sites with wildlife watching. "The sites are outfitted with a picnic table and brick fire rings. Some have water spickets. There's a central covered picnic area. Lots of shade and tall trees," reports one camper.
Electrical safety: Check connections carefully at rv sites near Kampsville, Illinois. "DO NOT use the 30A receptacles here unless you have a surge protector with an Electrical Management System (EMS) that explicitly confirms correct wiring before connecting your RV," cautions one experienced RVer about Sundermeier RV Park.
Site surface variations: RV campgrounds offer different pad types affecting price and stability. "The sites are a bit close together and not many trees but I've been to worse. The not many trees is due to it still being a fairly new campground," notes a reviewer about a nearby park.
Water pressure considerations: Bring a pressure regulator when camping at rv sites around Kampsville. "The water pressure was so strong that I could barely open the water pump!" warns a camper about one park.
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