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GuideHorseshoe Lake State Park Campground
It’s ok
There is no electric or running water. The lake is ok but no swimming, boating and fishing only.
Best Glamping near Renault, IL
Washington State Park Campground provides premium glamping opportunities with a variety of accommodation types including cabins and yurts situated along the Big River. Located about 90 minutes from Renault, these upscale camping options feature comfortable beds, climate control, and private outdoor spaces with fire rings. Nearby, Twin Eagle Lake Estates & Hideout offers luxury glamping experiences with well-appointed cabins featuring modern amenities and prime waterfront locations. Both destinations maintain shower facilities, clean restrooms, and convenient access to electrical hookups. The sites accommodate various styles of outdoor luxury stays while maintaining a connection to nature. One reviewer noted, "Washington State Park has diverse fun with lovely campsites. Lots to do for all ages, including swimming and hikes of any difficulty/length."
Seasonal interpretive programs enhance the glamping experience, with park staff conducting educational sessions that appeal to both adults and children. Trails of varying difficulty levels wind through the natural surroundings, offering opportunities for hiking, wildlife observation, and scenic views. Fishing access points along the Big River provide additional recreational options for glampers seeking outdoor activities beyond their comfortable accommodations. The parks maintain market areas where visitors can purchase supplies, firewood, and souvenirs. A visitor highlighted, "The campsites were very clean and there are two great trails in the park with staff on site doing educational programs that my kids really loved." Most glamping sites remain open year-round, though amenities like showers may operate seasonally from late spring through early fall.
Best Glamping Sites Near Renault, Illinois (17)
1. Hawn State Park Campground
32 ReviewsFarmington, MO23 milesWebsite+1 (573) 883-3603$14 - $23 / night
"There is a main loop of campgrounds all facing one another (e.g. little to no privacy) with electric hookups and reservations allowed (these fill FAST) then there are a few primitive walk up sites for"
"Great state park to get away from everything for a while. We only were able to stay one night while passing through but would definitely stop here when in this area again."
2. St. Francois State Park Campground
29 ReviewsBonne Terre, MO26 milesWebsite+1 (573) 358-2173$14 - $21 / night
"Definitely a lot of kid noise, but I much prefer that to adults drinking into the night."
"The campgrounds have two loops, electric and basic. The electric loop sites are close together, and is mainly RV camping. The loop has great river access."
3. Washington State Park Campground
22 ReviewsCadet, MO31 milesWebsite+1 (636) 586-5768$10 - $30 / night
"The electrics sites are closer to the river, the tent sites are more private in trees in a separate area. Yay: Rent a canoe/kayak/tube to enjoy the river (on site!)."
"The campgrounds are a bit rocky like, but each has a picnic table and fire pit, and they sit on the hills of a beautiful Missouri pineforest."
4. St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
30 ReviewsEureka, MO38 milesWebsite+1 (636) 257-3018"Close to all the St Louis attractions as well as practically across the street from Six Flags. There is a pool and store on site."
"They have a dog park, rv hookup sites, electric tent sites and primitive sites. We stayed at a primitive tent site with both dogs."
5. Perryville RV Resort By Rjourney
11 ReviewsPerryville, MO32 milesWebsite+1 (314) 493-0225"Decorated for Halloween and very kid friendly. Spots are tight (wouldn't want to be here when the park is full). Nice park for kids, hiking trail and jump pad (trampoline)."
"It isn’t what we’re used to, we usually like more remote, isolated, rugged, off the grid type sites (we had just travelled from Utah where we spent 15 straight days in the desert on the rim of a canyon"
6. Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
27 ReviewsWildwood, MO43 milesWebsite+1 (636) 458-3813$14 - $29 / night
"Babler State Park Wildwood, MO
💰 $12-$21/night
🗓 Feb 19-21, 2022
Site 48 ⚡️💧
🦮 Pets Welcome (on leash at all times)
➕Concrete Pads, Quiet, Close to Interstate 40, Paved Roads, Easy to Access"
"There are miles of hiking and biking trails right outside your doorstep and plenty of woods to explore. "
7. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Resort At Six Flags
13 ReviewsEureka, MO38 milesWebsite+1 (636) 938-5925"We stayed here last minute for Labor Day Weekend and the staff were great with finding us a good tent site available."
"Good breakfast and nice store. Really enjoyed our trip bundled with a Six Flags trip."
8. Scott AFB FamCamp
4 ReviewsMascoutah, IL32 milesWebsite+1 (618) 256-2067"You are on the entire opposite side of the base, away from everything, absolutely everything.."
"The nearby lake is scenic and peaceful. The campground has occasional airplane noise but it's not bad for a Air Base."
9. Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground
10 ReviewsCollinsville, IL38 milesWebsite+1 (618) 931-0270"Horseshoe Lake is one of my most visited parks and most favorite park in the STL and surrounding areas. First off absolutely beautiful land and peace is easily achieved."
"Great spot in a beautiful area close to St. Louis. No power but access to drinking water and waste water dump for just 8$."
10. Twin Eagle Lake Estates & Hideout
9 ReviewsPotosi, MO39 milesWebsite+1 (573) 436-3034"Camped before, getting ready to go this weekend. They have day long family friendly activities and the campsites deck out for Halloween with a $500 prize for best. Then at dish trick or treat."
"The showers and bathroom are clean. The fishing great and the camp sites are spacious and level. They have cabins for rent too and pavilion and amphitheater"
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St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
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Greensfelder County Park
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St. Louis NE-Granite City KOA
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Hummingbird Hollow Outdoors Farm Sanctuary
Glamping Reviews near Renault, IL
216 Reviews of 17 Renault Campgrounds
Stephanie O.
TravelerSt. Francois State Park Campground
Excellent choice for quick weekend trip!
Had a wonderful weekend camping trip in the basic loop. Grass well-trimmed, campground pretty clean and full of families. Definitely a lot of kid noise, but I much prefer that to adults drinking into the night. Staff always cheerful and eager to provide a good experience; they do ride around every so often to check in on things. Camp host on site. Some sites certainly better than others; the biggest ones are near the entrance to the basic loop.
Bathrooms older and not spotless, but they stay on top of stocking them. Very well lit at night. Check-in station has patches, t-shirts, and firewood for sale in big bundles for $5. They do cover them when it rains.
There is definitely a friendly community atmosphere, but you can keep to yourself if that's your preference.
There is a nice 3-mile hike that begins at the campground.
Kyle K.GuideHawn State Park Campground
Tiny park packs a punch
Hawn State Park is tiny but excellent. There is a main loop of campgrounds all facing one another (e.g. little to no privacy) with electric hookups and reservations allowed (these fill FAST) then there are a few primitive walk up sites for tents only (no hookups, no reservations), and these are what I most recommend. You can camp right by the gugling creek with total privacy. Campgrounds have running water and showers from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
The park itself has lots of great hiking trails with unique ecology, geology, and plant life.
- KKayla B.Traveler
Greensfelder County Park
Hidden Gem in St. Louis County
Pretty nice wooded campground close to St. Louis! Each site has a picnic bench, a fire pit and grill. It was very quiet when we stayed there on a Friday night, but it go really busy on Saturday morning because the equestrian folks use the campground as a staging area. There are two trail heads near the campground(very nice hiking!)
Lucas M.GuideGreensfelder County Park
Good for City Folk
For those who need to get out of town yet can't imagine not checking the latest tweet, Tik Tok, or Instagram post, this park is for you. Not 2 miles from Six Flags, and 5 minutes from the freeway, you'll find plenty of beauty, creature comfort amenities, and cell service.
We are looking at 3 primitive campsites(closed at the time of this review), 6 family tent sites, as well as plenty of RV spaces with electrical hookups.
The park is known for its well-groomed trails, which are used by hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians alike. Plenty of stables surround the area, where you may rent a horse and go for a stroll through the woods.
The primitive sites are large, with picnic tables and an outhouse, while the family tent ones are near restrooms, showers and a source of water.
The whole park is rather pretty with plenty to do and see.
Now, with that said, I was not a huge fan. This is not a place for a person who wants to get away from people. The Family tent sites are very close to the road, as in 10ft from it, so traffic to and from the stables are rather annoying. Being very close, the freeway noise is still present, and you'll find many motorcycles riding by you on their way through the winding roads of Wildwood. It's a nice sight but the noise sucks. The place has A LOT of deer which means that ticks are everywhere-which is not a big deal if you know what you're doing.
During the time I spent here 2 different homeless looking kids stopped by asking for food, money, to borrow my phone to make a call. One after the other had to be shooed out of my site. That was followed by a STL County Police Officer patrolling the location. That did not settle well, and the night was a bit odd. Keep in mind that I was here alone and during the middle of the week so, chances are, during the weekend you might not have the same experience.
Overall, this is well maintained park with plenty of activities and close to all the luxuries that a town can offer, lots of amenities nearby or on site.
You would enjoy it:
- If you want to be near civilization.
- If you are a family with children.
- If you want to enjoy Six Flags and then go camping.
- If you would like mountain biking.
- If you need facilities such as bathrooms and showers
You'd, maybe, not enjoy it so much:
- If you'd like to disconnect.
- If you are looking for less noise
- If you are looking for less cars/traffic
- If you are looking to be alone with your thoughts.
- Jessica B.Guide
Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
Our 1st Trip In Our Camper!
We loved our stay at Babler, aside from the snow & wind - the park is great! Review below ⬇️
⛺️ S I T E R E V I E W ⛺️
📍 Dr. Edmund A. Babler State Park Wildwood, MO
💰 $12-$21/night
🗓 Feb 19-21, 2022
Site 48 ⚡️💧
🦮 Pets Welcome (on leash at all times)
➕Concrete Pads, Quiet, Close to Interstate 40, Paved Roads, Easy to Access, Gated Overnight with access code
➖Small/Close Sites, No Water in Off Season, Only Vault Toilets - No Showers in Off Season
📶 AT&T Service 4 out of 5
🚮 Dump Station located behind bathhouse. NO WATER during off season!
🚻AMENITIES •Playground •Hiking, Biking & Equestrian Trails •Wood & Ice •Interpretive Programs •Visitor Center •Special Use Area •Laundry, Flush Toilets & Showers ON SEASON ONLY!
🏕SITES Reservable 12 Months-FCFS in off season 72 Reservable 8 Accessible sites Basic - Electric Concrete Back In Lantern Hook, Picnic Table & Fire Ring
⏰ HOURS/DATES April - October 7:am - 9:pm Nov - March 7:am - 6:pm
🔺Park Office 8:30am - 4:pm M-F
🔺Visitor Center April - Oct 9:am - 4:30pm W - Sun Nov - March 9:am - 4:pm - Sat-Sun Dec - Feb CLOSED
Ashley F.
LegendHummingbird Hollow Outdoors Farm Sanctuary
Open spaces with forest & creek near by!
Ashley here with The Dyrt. I want to extend a warm welcome to Susan, your host. We're so excited to have this property on The Dyrt! Come camp under the stars with her sweet farm animals, including Nikki the goat! Enjoy your personal fire-pit. Campsites are spaced far enough apart to feel private. Give them a visit and leave your review here. Don't forget the photos!
- Kelsie L.
RangerSt. Francois State Park Campground
Easy Riverside Camping
The campgrounds have two loops, electric and basic. The electric loop sites are close together, and is mainly RV camping. The loop has great river access. Further from the river is the basic loop - these sites are nicely spaced, most back to the woods, and all were grassy.
All sites are within reasonable walking distance to the very nice shower house, bathrooms, it even had laundry. All facilities were well maintained and clean. Campground host sells wood and ice. Nice playground next to shower house.
Big River is great for many water activities - kayak, float, fish, etc. I gave a try at fishing and caught a couple small bluegills. If you'd rather get away from the people, there are a number of beautiful trails to hike, many providing bluff river views or are along creeks (I prefer hikes with water views!) I hiked the swimming deer trail, which is 3.15 miles and a combination of forested areas and bluff riverside terrain. The trailhead is at the campgrounds, which made it very easy to access.
While we were there, we encountered a lot of wildlife! We passed by a momma (we assumed) raccoon in a tree, a few snakes on the trail, a few turtles on the trail, an abundance of squirrels, and even had some deer spend time right behind our campsite. It was amazing!
- Cassondra P.Ranger
Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Resort at Six Flags
Clean campground - Tight sites
We stopped her for a few nights to check out St. Louis. It’s about a 30-40 min drive to the arch from campground
Sites were all gravel, fire pits were poorly placed and frequently it fell under someone else’s slide or trailer. We always bring our solo stove so we could have a fire in a better spot on our lot
Pool and bathrooms were clean, staff were very friendly
This campground has a ton of “cabins”
There is a very large hill to get in and some sites are VERY tight - we thankfully had a decent size site comparatively
Guide to Renault
Glamping close to Renault, Illinois offers campers access to Missouri's mineral-rich St. Francois Mountains and the rolling hills of the Ozark Plateau. Located where the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers converge, this area features mature oak-hickory forests that provide shade during summer months when temperatures typically exceed 85°F. Campgrounds in this region sit at elevations between 400-1,000 feet and remain open year-round, though some reduce services during winter months.
What to do
Hiking diverse trails: At Hawn State Park Campground, trails range from easy walks to rugged backcountry routes. "The hiking in this state park is fantastic. The campground is small but well maintained. The eco-system is something to marvel and we would have loved to see it in the summer," notes Chad K. The park offers pine-covered paths with water features not commonly found in other regional parks.
Watersports on nearby lakes: Twin Eagle Lake Estates & Hideout provides multiple water access points with rental equipment available. "The lake has many easy entrances for swimmers near the club house - broad steps or large boulder for the more adventurous. Can be a bit slippery tho so bring your water shoes," advises Wendy P., who visited with her husband and two dogs.
Historical exploration: Visit the prehistoric petroglyphs at Washington State Park, which are accessible via short walking paths from the camping areas. "The prehistoric Petroglyphs nearby are a must see," recommends Phil W., who camped for a full week in March and found the experience educational despite the cooler weather.
What campers like
Secluded tent sites: Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground offers private camping spots at affordable rates. "The campground is relatively small but has great sites to camp. Very private and clean. 5 ⭐ in my opinion simply because of the overnight price and privacy," writes WanderlustDu0, highlighting that tent sites cost only $8 per night for self-service registration.
Live entertainment options: Weekend campers appreciate evening activities at Twin Eagle Lake Estates. "Saturday night there was live music. Just a single guy with a guitar but great choice of music and great singing voice. Had a great 2 days," shares Wendy P., indicating these events happen regularly during peak season without additional fees.
Short drive from urban areas: St. Francois State Park Campground provides a convenient glamping option close to Renault, Illinois for those seeking quick weekend escapes. "Nice camping area. It was not overly crowded. We went beginning of June during the covid crisis/RV buying crisis. It has decent camping sites and they are right next to the river and swimming holes," notes Kristen R.
What you should know
Site selection factors: At St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA, tent sites vary significantly in privacy and noise levels. "Decent tent sites, standard ones are definitely more private than those with electric and water. Nice spot along the creek, but had other campers cutting through our site throughout the night," reports Danielle C., suggesting requesting creek-side standard sites when booking.
Off-season limitations: Many campgrounds maintain limited services during winter months. "Not having water available except at the camp host, and no open restrooms and showers until after April 1, regardless of when the last freeze is was inconvenient for a spring break trip," explains Archie S. about Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground.
Noise considerations: Train tracks and highways border several campgrounds. "Close to train tracks and highway, but didn't notice with AC on in the camper," shares Craig F. about Route 66 KOA, indicating that RVs provide better sound insulation than tents at this location.
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