Along the Meramec River in the Missouri Ozarks, Indian Springs Resort and Campground runs as a family-oriented operation with a notably organized activity calendar, including scavenger hunts, movie nights, and pancake breakfasts. The campground sits within easy reach of campgrounds near Steelville, and draws families looking for a structured outdoor experience rather than a remote getaway. Sites range from pull-through RV spots with electric and water hookups to basic tent sites, with some of the latter positioned directly above the river on a private corner that reviewers consistently describe as spacious.
Float trips on the Meramec are a central draw. The resort provides both boat rentals and shuttle services, and the put-in is less than ten minutes away by car, making self-guided floats straightforward. A large sandy beach with natural swimming holes sits onsite, along with a seasonal pool. Adventure Outdoors and Lucky Clover Lakeside River Resort are among the nearby river-access campgrounds in the area for those wanting to compare options along this stretch.
Denni G. notes a "clean campground and beach area," a sentiment that surfaces across multiple reviews. Showers cost 25 cents and have been described as clean and hot, though at least one visitor reported cold water on the first day. WiFi is available at the camp store, though cell service may be limited. Pets are allowed, and reservations are available. Sites closer to the river involve a longer walk to bathrooms and the store, so campers who prioritize convenience over water views may want to request a more central site when booking.
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Map & DirectionsIndian Springs Resort and Campground is located in Missouri near Steelville
Directions
From St Louis: Take Interstate 44 West. Exit in Cuba and turn left onto Hwy 19. Drive about 10 miles. Turn right onto Hwy 8 West. (It’s right BEFORE you get into the town of Steelville.) Drive 2-3 miles. After you pass Candy Cane RV, look for the red Indian Springs canoe on the right. This is Indian Springs Rd. Take Indian Springs Rd. 2 miles to arrive at your getaway adventure on the river. From Springfield: Take Interstate 44 East. Exit in St. James and turn right onto Hwy 8. Take Indian Springs Rd. when you see the red Indian Springs canoe. It’s 2 miles to your getaway adventure on the river.
Address
185 Indian Springs Rd
Steelville, MO 65565
Coordinates
37.97648671 N
91.42973782 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 18 min from Jefferson City, MO
- 1 hr 25 min from St. Louis, MO
- 1 hr 49 min from Columbia, MO
- 2 hrs 22 min from Cape Girardeau, MO












