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A hefty sum of forty-one state parks with more than 3,600 campsites makes camping in Missouri a breeze to plan and enjoy. Long known as “The Cave State,” Missouri has nearly 6,400 historic caves to offer the archeologists at heart.  And with abundant shoreline space, water activities are surprisingly easy to find at Missouri campsites. So round up the crew and grab your gear – it’s time to make memories camping in Missouri! 


Thanks to the Lake of the Ozarks, the state has over 1,150 miles of shoreline, making camping in Missouri a must for water lovers. Experience the Ozarks’ breathtaking outdoors in the beautiful Ozark Mountains at one of Elk River’s three campgrounds, which offer rafting, canoeing, camping and angling. 


Looking for a little history lesson along with your camping adventure? Look no further than Missouri’s intricate cave scene. Meramec Caverns located in the Ozarks is a 4.5-mile cave system that has existed for the past 400 million years. Meramec Caverns is just one hour from the heart of St. Louis, and offers lodging, camping, and canoeing in addition to guided tours of the cave. 


The quaint and historic Graham Cave State Park is just over an hour west of St. Louis, and offers a walk through ancient history along with year-round camping availability, five hiking trails, and over 386 scenic acres to explore. Take a trip down literature lane and visit the famous Mark Twain Cave near Hannibal, MO. Mark Twain, a Hannibal native himself, incorporates the maze-like cave in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. Cave-lovers can also descend into the Onondaga Cave State Park to view towering stalagmites, stalactites, and active flowstones. 


Get away and explore Missouri’s scenic shoreline spots and cave wonders. With The Dyrt, you can be sure to find the best camping in Missouri along the way.

Missouri

The Best Camping in Missouri | 100+ MO Campgrounds

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Bellamy, MO has a lot to offer. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Bellamy is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Find the best campgrounds near Bellamy, MO. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Bellamy

The Best Camping Near Bellamy, Missouri

Arrowhead Point RV Park is a quiet, secluded park with 44 level, full-hookup, pull-through sites. There are shade trees throughout the north end of the property, while the southern end is clear for satellite signal. We have a bath house, laundry, and WiFi. There are 2 clubhouses for group or club gatherings, with full kitchens, seating areas, and bathrooms. There are also 4 cabins on the property that range in price and amentities, starting at $25/night. 

Arrowhead Point RV Park & Campground

## Overview

Hawker Point Campground is a shady campground located on Stockton Lake in the scenic Ozark Mountains of southwestern Missouri. The lake and surrounding landscape offer countless recreational opportunities along its nearly 300 miles of shoreline, providing visitors with many ways to explore one of the most sought-after natural areas in the state.

## Recreation

Boating is always a popular pastime at the lake. Sail boating is especially popular and the lake hosts several races each year. The facility provides a boat ramp for easy access to the water.   
  
The waters of Stockton Lake are home to several species of fish including small and largemouth bass, crappie, white bass, walleye, catfish and sunfish, making it an ideal area for anglers.   
  
Several trails wind around the lake shore and through the landscape. The Stockton Lake Equestrian Trail continues approximately 15 miles between Hawker Point and Orleans Trail Campgrounds.

## Facilities

Hawker Point Park offers 62 campsites. Amenities like showers, a dump station and flush toilets create a comfortable camping environment.   
  
A boat ramp, picnic area and horse trail provide additional recreation opportunities, and a few non-electric sites are located near the equestrian trailhead, where horses can be kept. 

## Natural Features

The land surrounding the lake contains hundreds of acres of native prairie grasses, rolling hills and thick forests that turn crimson in autumn. An abundance of wildlife lives both in and around the water, including wild turkey, great blue heron, deer and bald eagles. Visitors can learn about the lake's bald eagles by attending an annual eagle-watching event during the winter. 

## Nearby Attractions

There are three full-service marinas located around the lake, which offer a wide range of services and supplies, including boat rentals, fuel, fishing tackle and restaurants.

Hawker Point

## Overview

Ruark Bluff East Campground is a shady campground located on Stockton Lake in the scenic Ozark Mountains of southwestern Missouri. The lake and surrounding landscape offer countless recreational opportunities along its nearly 300 miles of shoreline, providing visitors with many ways to explore one of the most sought-after natural areas in the state.

## Recreation

Boating is always a popular pastime at the lake. Sail boating is especially popular and the lake hosts several races each year. The facility provides a boat ramp for easy access to the water.   
  
The waters of Stockton Lake are home to several species of fish including small and largemouth bass, crappie, white bass, walleye, catfish and sunfish, making it an ideal area for anglers.   
  
Several trails wind around the lake shore and through the landscape. The Stockton Lake Equestrian Trail continues approximately 15 miles between Hawker Point and Orleans Trail Campgrounds.

## Facilities

Ruark Bluff East offers 91 campsites, two shower houses, a dump station, an accessible fishing dock and picnic area. Families also enjoy using the facility's swimming beach and playground.   
  
A boat ramp and beach are conveniently located just outside the entrance to Ruark Bluff East and West parks.

## Natural Features

The land surrounding the lake contains hundreds of acres of native prairie grasses, rolling hills and thick forests that turn crimson in autumn. An abundance of wildlife lives both in and around the water, including wild turkey, great blue heron, deer and bald eagles. Visitors can learn about the lake's bald eagles by attending an annual eagle-watching event during the winter. 

## Nearby Attractions

Several full service marinas are located around the lake, offering groceries, gas, tackle and more.

## Charges & Cancellations

There is a $10 cancellation fee for all reservations. A $10 fee is also applied when changing reservation dates. If you would like to modify your reservation during the original dates, you can do so for no additional fee.

Ruark Bluff East

We are open year round, so you can enjoy our family-friendly park in any season, taking advantage of amenities like our swimming pool, mini golf, playground, wi-fi internet access, and full hook-ups for RVs.

Spend an afternoon viewing the houses on the Nevada Victorian Tour explore the Bushwhacker Museum, or spend a fun Saturday night at the Nevada Raceway dirt track. You can sample the wares of the Missouri Pecan Growers, go bird watching at the August A Busch Jr. Memorial Wetlands at Four Rivers CA, or play a round of golf at the Frank E. Peters Municipal Golf Course. See the incredible tournament baseball field at Champion Diamonds or tour the Missouri Welding Institute.

With nearby attractions like the Osage Village State Historic Site and Fort Scott National Historic Site, you’ll find plenty to explore in our area.

We are conveniently located near I-49 (Highway 71) and Highway 54, north of Joplin Missouri, south of Kansas City, west of Eldorado Springs, and east of Fort Scott Kansas. Nevada (Nee-Vay-Duh) is a great place to stop and stay a while. Plan your visit today with a phone call or e-mail or click on the reserve now button.

Osage Prairie RV Park

## Overview

Orleans Trail Campground is a shady campground located on Stockton Lake in the scenic Ozark Mountains of southwestern Missouri. The lake and surrounding landscape offer countless recreational opportunities along its nearly 300 miles of shoreline, providing visitors with many ways to explore one of the most sought-after natural areas in the state.

## Recreation

Boating is always a popular pastime at the lake. Sail boating is especially popular and the lake hosts several races each year. The facility provides a boat ramp for easy access to the water.   
  
The waters of Stockton Lake are home to several species of fish including small and largemouth bass, crappie, white bass, walleye, catfish and sunfish, making it an ideal area for anglers.   
  
Several trails wind around the lake shore and through the landscape. The Stockton Lake Equestrian Trail continues approximately 15 miles between Hawker Point and Orleans Trail Campgrounds.

## Facilities

Orleans Trail Park offers 118 campsites, three shower houses, two dump stations, a boat ramp and a swimming beach.   
  
The campground is divided into north and south: non-electric sites, the showers and beach are in Orleans Trail North; and non-electric individual sites and the group camping area are in Orleans Trail South. An equestrian trailhead where horses can be kept is located in the south portion.

## Natural Features

The land surrounding the lake contains hundreds of acres of native prairie grasses, rolling hills and thick forests that turn crimson in autumn. An abundance of wildlife lives both in and around the water, including wild turkey, great blue heron, deer and bald eagles. Visitors can learn about the lake's bald eagles by attending an annual eagle-watching event during the winter. 

## Nearby Attractions

The Orleans Trail Marina is located nearby with camping and full marina services available.

Orleans Trail

Ruark Bluff West is a shady campground located on Stockton Lake in the scenic Ozark Mountains of southwestern Missouri. The lake and surrounding landscape offer countless recreational opportunities along its nearly 300 miles of shoreline, providing visitors with many ways to explore one of the most sought-after natural areas in the state. Recreation Boating is always a popular pastime at the lake. Sail boating is especially popular and the lake hosts several races each year. The facility provides a boat ramp for easy access to the water. The waters of Stockton Lake are home to several species of fish including small and largemouth bass, crappie, white bass, walleye, catfish and sunfish, making it an ideal area for anglers. Several trails wind around the lake shore and through the landscape. The Stockton Lake Equestrian Trail continues approximately 15 miles between Hawker Point and Orleans Trail Campgrounds. Facilities Ruark Bluff West offers 74 campsites, showers, a dump station and a boat ramp. Many of the sites have electric hookups. A boat ramp and beach are conveniently located just outside the entrance to Ruark Bluff East and West parks. Natural Features The land surrounding the lake contains hundreds of acres of native prairie grasses, rolling hills and thick forests that turn crimson in autumn. An abundance of wildlife lives both in and around the water, including wild turkey, great blue heron, deer and bald eagles. Visitors can learn about the lake's bald eagles by attending an annual eagle-watching event during the winter. Nearby Attractions Several full service marinas are located around the lake, offering groceries, gas, tackle and more. ADA Access: N

Ruark Bluff West

Stockton

Located on the northeast side of the main body of the lake, Crabtree Cove offers a nice view of the dam and great access to fishing. This part of Stock Lake Campgrounds has 59 campsites and includes universally accessible sites, tent only sites, non-electric RV sites, and 30 amp electric sites. Facilities include: shower house, dump station, boat ramp with courtesy dock, fishing dock, playground, and picnic areas. The regular fee season is 16 April thru 30 September; the shoulder season is 15 March thru 15 April and 1 October thru 30 November; camping is free the rest of the year.

Crabtree Cove

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The Best Camping Near St. Louis | Missouri Campgrounds

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Independence

The Best Camping Near Independence, Missouri

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Blue Springs

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Florissant

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Arrowhead Point RV Park & Campground

Hawker Point

Ruark Bluff East

Osage Prairie RV Park

Orleans Trail

Ruark Bluff West

Stockton

Crabtree Cove

COE Stockton Lake Hawker Point

Lamar City Park

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