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"I love the shaded tent campsites and easy access to firewood, boat dock and open area perfect for large family gatherings"
"I hiked from McCormack Lake to here, which is only about 4 miles (unfortunately, though, some of the trail is quite overgrown.) However, most people just park at their campsite."
"There is a horse next to the camp sites and it's just so beautiful. Float launches from the campground, so convenient. "
"You can drive to Greer Spring that is a spring that comes out of a cave. It was in Backpacker Magazine as well. This has been my favorite river to float down so far."
"You can access it from the river and it is a short walk and well worth it"
"Well worth the walk or float, such a beautiful place it used to have a big sycamore tree we could swing off of or jump out of , the old rock damn / bridge is still there and a nice place to take pics"
"River access and super close to stream/cave/waterfall area. Water from the cave is so fresh and clear! Truly a beautiful area!"
"going here and it is great , there is great trout fishing and several real good swing holes the campsites are right beside the river which is really nice , the only issue is the restroom is a little walk"
"Seriously beautiful campsite, and near some excellent floating & gorgeous springs."
"We had a local with his hounds running around with a flashlight looking up trees for about an hour around 9PM. I'm guessing he was raccoon hunting...?"
"Totally alone with a gorgeous lake."
"No one around on this 5 degrees F night. Access road is steep but not rough."
"Plan around hitting the two springs on both legs of the 20 mile loop. car camping available at the camp 5 pond trailhead (no water available). BRING A GPS!"
TravelerStunning views. Multiple spots. All have a picnic table and fire ring. They have a QR code on each picnic table so you can book your site through the state and pay $10 to Camp but there's no service in that area so I'm not sure how they expect us to be able to do that. There's two camping sections. One is about halfway down the road. It's grass and trees and it's across from a vault toilet and a trash bin. If you go all the way to the end of the road it rocks and sand and you're right on the water but there's no toilets or trash.
The coordinates for this place just takes you to the start of the road not to the actual campsites. So once you get to the road just drive down it. It's not too far and car could make it.
The only annoying thing was that when I stayed with my tent on the rocks by the water, all the way at the end, I could still hear the person at the very first campsite with RV generator humming very loudly and it took away a lot of the ambiance of the place. So it's primitive but you may not be alone.
TravelerMost of the sites on this app that say there's just first camping this area or wrong. They've been turned into day. Use only areas. We did find this small road with a loop at the end that have pull-in campsites. They're nothing special, some of them are overgrown. Mostly all of them don't have any kind of fire ring. Looks like nobody really ever comes out here. There's a big one at the very end of the road where the circle is. It does have a rock fire ring and it's probably the nicest one available. There was nobody here when I came so it was fun to let the dogs run.
If you go down the road to what used to actually be the Noblett Lake campground (it is now a picnic area, no overnight camping allowed). They do have vault toilets available but they're gross.
This road and loop is just straight primitive camping. Nothing special at all.
TravelerPretty much all the campsites listed in this area have been turned into day use only/ No camping here spots. The gate to go down towards this campsite was locked.
TravelerWhat a fun little spot here. Showed up on a Sunday afternoon and had the place to myself until Tuesday. There must be an ATV trail close by because Sunday evening we had about 20 side-by-side show up to hang out by the river all in all just a great place
ScoutThe loop with electricity is filled to capacity. However you are within walking distance to an amazing river to cool down in. The national park is beautiful as well
GuideDespite living in this general area my entire life I’ve never been to Clearwater Lake, the trip was better than I expected. We got an amazing spot with 10/10 views. The first day it did rain, keeping us in the car, but after that we were able to set up our site and head straight to the water! It was pretty hot tent camping but not unbearable.
GuideSites are well spaced out and most are level. It’s been almost empty every time we have been there. Very pretty in the fall with the colors along the lake
TravelerGood concrete pad. Abit short for our 36' camper. Parking available on road or grass.
TravelerThe Big Spring is awe inspiring and this is a perfect place to stay to see it. Nice quiet and yet lively. Plenty of deadfall if you’re not looking to buy firewood.
Camping near Alton, Missouri, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Alton, Missouri, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Enjoy the great outdoors and make some unforgettable memories!
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According to TheDyrt.com, Alton, MO offers a wide range of camping options, with 128 campgrounds and RV parks near Alton, MO and 13 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Alton, MO is Greer Crossing with a 4.7-star rating from 6 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 13 free dispersed camping spots near Alton, MO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Alton, MO that allow camping, notably Mark Twain National Forest and Ozark National Scenic Riverways.
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