Managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation, Deer Ridge Conservation Area sits in rural Lewis County, offering both drive-in and walk-in camping access. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets, picnic tables, and designated fire rings for evening campfires. Pet owners can bring their dogs along on camping trips.
Campers use this conservation area as a base for exploring the broader region, with camping near Lewistown providing additional overnight options. The walk-in sites require carrying gear from parking areas, while drive-in spots allow vehicle access directly to camping areas.
Description
Visit the Missouri Department of Conservation's website for more information.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundDeer Ridge Conservation Area is located in Missouri
Directions
From Lewistown, take Route H north 5.50 miles, then Route Y west 2 miles to the main tract.
Coordinates
40.17358234 N
91.81728582 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 10 min from Iowa City, IA
- 2 hrs 17 min from Columbia, MO
- 2 hrs 37 min from Jefferson City, MO
- 2 hrs 57 min from Davenport, IA




