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Best Campgrounds near Annapolis, MO

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Campgrounds in and around Annapolis, Missouri largely center on the Black River with several developed camping facilities within easy reach of town. Big Creek RV Park, Highway K Campground, and Bearcat Getaway provide a mix of accommodation types including tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins. Most established campgrounds in the area offer water and electric hookups, with several providing full RV services including sewer connections and dump stations. The region includes primitive tent camping options as well as more developed sites with amenities like showers, restrooms, and camp stores. Twin Rivers Landing and Bearcat Getaway both feature cabin rentals alongside traditional camping, serving visitors seeking different comfort levels.

Road access to most campgrounds remains reliable year-round, though many camping areas operate seasonally from spring through fall. Highway K Campground typically runs from May to September, while several other facilities remain open throughout the year. One visitor noted, "We have stayed here a few times over the past couple of years and really enjoy that it's right on the Black River and that it is still within a couple hours drive from St. Louis." Cell coverage varies significantly throughout the area, with several reviews mentioning limited or no service at certain campgrounds. Campers should prepare for potential connectivity issues, especially in more remote locations. Most developed campgrounds provide firewood for purchase, and many include picnic tables and fire rings at individual sites.

The Black River serves as the primary draw for many visitors to Annapolis area campgrounds. Several camping facilities offer direct river access for swimming, fishing, and paddling. According to one visitor, "Nice beach, chill atmosphere, great staff. Live music on the weekends." Tent sites with river proximity tend to fill quickly during summer months. Multiple reviews mention the quality of float trips on the Black River as a highlight of the camping experience. While some campgrounds maintain a family-friendly atmosphere, others feature weekend entertainment including live music that creates a more social environment. Reviews indicate several campgrounds in the area maintain clean facilities with friendly staff, though weekend periods may bring larger crowds and more activity, especially at riverside locations.

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Best Camping Sites Near Annapolis, Missouri (148)

    1. Sam A. Baker State Park Campground

    48 Reviews
    Patterson, MO
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 856-4411

    "State Park in Southeast Missouri along Big Creek. Well maintained campsites with electric hook ups. Water and dump stations, but no water hook up sites."

    "Shower houses were conveniently located in camping area. Big River was just a small walk away from the campsite. I know they had been flooded, but I am still cleaning rocks and dirt from the camper."

    2. Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park

    56 Reviews
    Black, MO
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 546-2450

    $11 - $32 / night

    "It is located on the Black River, and the water flowing through the shut-ins is crystal clear and cool."

    "Johnson Shut-Ins State Park is located on the Black River in Missouri, just south of St. Louis. This makes it a popular location on hot summer days, especially weekends."

    3. Taum Sauk Mountain State Park Campground

    22 Reviews
    Ironton, MO
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 546-2450

    "Also worth noting is that there is water faucet an a drinking fountain next to the restroom bldg, so you can get fresh water if needed."

    ". 😊 The sites are all walk in but it’s a short walk from your car to the site. Very rocky ground so be careful where you put your tent. Pit toilets are located at the entrance to the campground."

    4. Big Creek RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Annapolis, MO
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 598-1064

    "We stay here anytime we want to go to south east Missouri. The owners are absolutely awesome folks the park is immaculately kept the spots are level clean and well kept."

    "A little too close to one another for my liking, but well put together and level. Camp Host very nice and helpful woman and prices were reasonable, especially for firewood and propane."

    5. Marble Creek Rec Area

    10 Reviews
    Arcadia, MO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 438-5427

    $10 - $20 / night

    "There is hiking, it is in a National Forest that allows Dispersed Camping outside designated areas and off roads."

    "Site # 20 had a perfect path to the water, and a reasonable creek walk up to a swimming hole."

    6. Bearcat Getaway

    7 Reviews
    Annapolis, MO
    7 miles
    Website

    $12 / night

    "Now I opt for a site as far away from the stage as possible and do not bring my children here lol. Nice facilities, no real complaints. I bet weekdays are a lot more serene."

    7. Twin Rivers Landing

    6 Reviews
    Black, MO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 637-2274

    $10 - $15 / night

    "Large primitive sites with plenty of space and access to community water pump in each area. Full RV hookup sites with room for tent camping friends. Trash pickup."

    "Outside there is a big water spigot, picnic table, fire ring, and grill. You have access to the "beach" on the crystal clear Black River."

    8. Huzzah Valley

    11 Reviews
    Patterson, MO
    14 miles
    Website

    $11 - $65 / night

    "The "Zoo" is for the younger and rowdier crowd, and is located north of HWY 8, away from the family-friendly sites, and has later quiet hours and is known for its party-like atmosphere. "

    "Full hook up, shade and near river. Plenty of room on the gravel bar to have fun.

    We floated. They picked us up and dropped us off at our camp sites since we had a large group."

    9. Highway K

    4 Reviews
    Annapolis, MO
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 223-7777

    $14 - $50 / night

    "We have stayed here a few times over the past couple of years and really enjoy that it’s it’s right on the Black River and that it is still within a couple of our drive from St. Louis."

    "Loved this location and being next to the water. Hard to pitch a tent in some areas if you require stakes.. lots of rock in the more primitive spots. Locals are friendly."

    10. Silver Mines

    16 Reviews
    Fredericktown, MO
    19 miles
    Website

    $15 - $100 / night

    "This is a nice little campground located in the Mark Twain National Forest. The St."

    "Our site was right next to the campground hosts who were very nice and very involved (they even found my parents who made the mistake of taking the first Silver Mines exit)."

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  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Lake Girardeau Campground

    Clean and free

    Stayed here in September. Had the campground to myself. It's run by Missouri Dept. of Conservation so there's no charge. Each site has concrete picnic tables, grill and lantern hook.

  • Maddie L.
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Twin Eagle Lake Estates & Hideout

    Owners get drunk so they can fight with customers!

    Went to go have a peaceful birthday dinner tonight with my family, and the lovely owners Tyler and Jennifer Juliette were so intoxicated that they kicked us off the property for being in a open public space without camping passes. My fiancé and some of the other guys were all hanging around the dumpster area(no sign saying you can’t be there), when a manager came over and was very rudely asking if they had day passes. When my fiancé calmly tried to explained we were there under a reservation, and we were only hanging around the public general store, the manager proceeded to get visibly angry and said she was informing the owner of our behaviour. After my fiancé came and told me of the situation, I went outside to see what the chaos was. Tyler and Jennifer proceed to come up to my fiancé and say“are you the one who was mouthy with my manger”. Mind you, they both were clearly intoxicated and had alcohol in hand and the manager had a cigarette hanging out of her mouth most of the interaction. After they came up I looked at Tyler and said“Sir we are here under reservation if I could just explain” and Tyler replied“I don’t care about a reservation and you’re going to let me talk.” They proceeded to say we needed to leave or they would call the cops. I told them obviously they had too much to drink and that we would leave. As we turned around to go inside and grab our belongings, they followed us the entire time. Tyler followed me so closely I was so scared he was going to grab me! Literally he was half an inch away from being chest to back with me, and I told him aggressively to back Up, get away from me and that I am a young woman. When we got inside, the owners told my family we were the most“disrespectful children” they’d ever met, mind you we are both legal adults. I grab my belongings, we left, and we surely will never ever be back! My family was left embarrassed, shocked, and disturbed by how poorly the owners handled the situation. If they had kindly asked us to see our passes or that we couldn’t hang by the dumpsters, there would have been 0 issue. If anyone there witnessed the interaction, I am highly sorry for the scene. However this was 100% poor business management and could’ve been handled 1000x better. So unfortunate that the owners are to entitled and money hungry to hear out the people who give them business.

  • Overland 1.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Piedmont Park

    Beautiful Place

    This is a beautiful campground. It is an older campground but very well maintained and very clean. The view from my camp is spectacular. I have electric, water, a covered picnic table, a fire ring and all for $8/night with my pass discount. Only negative thing I can say is the long hike to the bathrooms, but not really all that bad. Wonderful campground, will stay here again

  • Overland 1.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Mark Twain National Forest Markham Springs Campground

    Beautiful out of the way spot.

    This is a very clean, well kept campground in Mark Twain National Forest. It has electric, vault toilets showers and a potable water spigot. Very reasonably priced. The water was cut off for repairs shortly after I arrived but, no problem, stuff happens. Been here 12 days and it has been very enjoyable. I did a field report and it tested my "cell" reception but I have no signal here so I am using Starlink and have a great connection so that will skew the test results. They need to ask if using Starlink before doing that test.

  • J
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Log Yard Campground Backcountry Camping — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

    Beautiful but not free

    Stunning 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.

  • Trevor S.
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Tom Sauk Mountain State Park

    Primitive

    We didn’t camp here but drove up the mountain to check out the look out. Took a trip through the campground, tent camping only and it looked like most sites had platforms and a picnic table. I seen one or two restrooms. Looked nice and wasn’t crowded. Several hiking trails, I think we’ll come back in the future to hike

  • Trevor S.
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Black River Hideaway Campground

    Clean and neat

    Camp host were very friendly, park is very clean and neat. Nice amenities through the campground; pool, small playground, basketball court and volley ball. Would most definitely stay again.

  • Linda C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Brazil Creek Camping Area

    Small and picturesque

    Stayed one night. Beautiful country drive from 1-44. Abundant shade. No Verizon service. Aggressive horseflies and mosquitoes. Lots of sewer flies in the vault toilet. Water source is creek.

Guide to Annapolis

Camping near Annapolis, Missouri, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Exploring: The trails around Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park are perfect for hiking. One visitor mentioned, "The Scour Trail was also close and really neat to see," making it a great spot for nature lovers.
  • Swimming and Relaxing: At Sam A. Baker State Park Campground, families can enjoy the water. A reviewer said, "The water is slow and shallow enough in tons of places for littles and deep and cold enough for the older kids and adults to cool off too."
  • Fishing and Boating: Big Spring Campground is a fantastic place for fishing and kayaking. One camper noted, "Great park lots to do—hiking, swimming, boating, kayaking, etc."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Sam A. Baker State Park Campground. A visitor remarked, "Bathrooms were clean, roads were well maintained, and the signs were very clear."
  • Spacious Campsites: Many enjoy the roomy sites at Peoples Creek - Lake Wappapello. One reviewer said, "The spaces are big with fire pits and barbeques at every site."
  • Wildlife Encounters: Campers at Taum Sauk Mountain State Park Campground love the wildlife. A camper shared, "We even had a deer run through our campsite while we sat fireside!"

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Silver Mines, have fewer amenities. A visitor mentioned, "This campground doesn't have a lot of amenities, but makes up for it in beauty all around the campground."
  • Cell Service Issues: If you're planning to stay at Murphy Overlook, be prepared for spotty cell service. One camper noted, "AT&T service was spotty - basically nonexistent."
  • Seasonal Access: Some campgrounds, like Pinewoods Lake Rec Area, have specific seasons for camping. A reviewer mentioned, "It was a great stay! Site 10 had a beautiful view of the lake."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Huzzah Valley, which offers a mix of fun and safety. A camper said, "RV sites are clean, mostly level, and well spaced out, with quiet hours rules to accommodate families."
  • Pack for Water Activities: Bring swim gear if you're heading to Sam A. Baker State Park Campground. One family shared, "The store is adorable, the food is surprisingly really good."
  • Plan for Quiet Time: Some campgrounds have designated quiet hours, like Huzzah Valley. A visitor mentioned, "The 'Zoo' is for the younger and rowdier crowd... and has later quiet hours."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: If you're bringing a big rig, be cautious at places like Peoples Creek - Lake Wappapello. A reviewer warned, "If towing anything over 35', be careful when navigating."
  • Look for Full Hookups: Campers appreciate full hookups at Silver Mines. One RV owner said, "There are a few electric sites riverside, and many primitive sites on top of the hill."
  • Be Prepared for Tight Spaces: Some campgrounds can be cramped. A visitor at Sam A. Baker State Park Campground noted, "Camp host was nice and river was also very nice but campground was really tight."

Camping near Annapolis, Missouri, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Annapolis MO campground open year-round?

Camping availability around Annapolis varies seasonally. Asher Creek Campground — Lake Wappapello State Park operates with limited occupancy during off-seasons, making it possible to have much of the campground to yourself on weeknights or during non-peak times. Similarly, St. Joe State Park Campground offers camping throughout different seasons, with varying levels of occupancy. For specific opening dates and seasonal closures, it's recommended to check with individual campgrounds directly, as many state park campgrounds in Missouri may have limited services during winter months.

Where is the Annapolis MO campground located?

Annapolis, MO offers several camping options in the surrounding area. Big Creek RV Park is located near Annapolis and provides convenient drive-in access. The region is part of the beautiful Ozarks in southeastern Missouri, with nearby attractions including the Black River. Highway K campground, consisting of East and West sections, is situated right on the Black River and is within a couple hours' drive from St. Louis, making it accessible for weekend getaways.

What amenities are available at the Annapolis MO campground?

Campgrounds near Annapolis offer various amenities depending on the location. Marble Creek Rec Area provides natural features with access to water from nearly anywhere in the campground, plus hiking trails and dispersed camping options in the surrounding National Forest. For more developed facilities, Timbuktu Campground — Echo Bluff State Park offers full hookup RV sites with 30/50 amp electricity, water, and sewer connections on perfectly level concrete pads. The nearby lodge provides dining options with breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.

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