4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Cabin rentals near Bourbon, Missouri provide both rustic and modern overnight experiences along the Meramec River. Blue Spring Ranch offers cabin accommodations with easy access to river activities and recreational amenities including a pool and zip line. Most cabins feature electricity, indoor plumbing, and basic furnishings, though amenities vary by location. Ozark Outdoors-Riverfront Resort provides similar cabin options with river access. A visitor commented that "we stayed at Blue Springs for three consecutive years in a row. We have children in tow, and love all of the amenities."
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Meramec State Park Campground, Meramec Caverns Natural Campground, and Bass' River Resort maintain cabin rentals that accommodate various group sizes. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months when river activities are most popular. Most cabins are pet-friendly but may require additional fees. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, many visitors appreciate that cabins provide shelter while maintaining access to outdoor recreation: "Clean shower houses and a pool cap off the nice experience."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties—some offer full kitchens while others provide only basic refrigeration and microwave access. Huzzah Valley Resort and Stanton-Meramec KOA maintain on-site stores with basic provisions. Indian Springs Resort and Campground offers seasonal cabin rentals from April through October. Some properties like Bass' River Resort and Garrison Canoe Rental provide cabins with varying levels of privacy and river proximity.
"Huge park with tons of amenities and options. Although there is year round Camping, the host on site advised water to each individual site will be turned off end of October for winter."
"It appears to be a typical state park. There are lots of old trees. Sites are pretty close together but it is late October so it is not crowded."
Available this weekend
from $14 - $65 / night
"We chose an electric site towards the back to avoid most people."
"Store, pool, ropes course, playground, and several options for floating, including a 1 1/2 mile tube loop you can do over and over all day."
"This is a private campground run by Meramec Caverns. The campground is large and shaded, right on the river. There are hook up sites and tent sites."
"Security patrols around the clock and doesn't put up with any ridiculousness. Campsites available on pavement, gravel for campers and RVs and grass for tents."
from $23 - $38 / night
"Full hookups(electric/water/sewer) for rvs, as well as primitive tent sites. Facilities are bit on the older side, but 2 shower houses are available. River access within walking distance."
"Have camping and RV rentals. Very accommodating staff. They provided a cookout on Fridays and Saturdays. Plus a dance hall after floating."
"We rented the large cabin, very nice space, great views, and everyone is very friendly. Recommended for any float trip"
"This was a great campsite with water and electric hookups. We tent camped and floated the 6 mile float. Bathrooms we're clean and we'll maintained. Showers needed quarters to operate."
from $11 - $16 / night
"They have a few different clusters of camp sites and cabins as well. We did a 5 mile float which was amazing! They bus you up river and then you end up back at the campground."
"We park close to the creek, we drive to the Meramec River and sometimes enjoy petting a horse or goat. Last year we zip lined. It’s close to the caverns and other awesome sites."
"One we used, and many other we saw, had small trees outlining the edges of the sites.
We had a group of people next to use who were very loud on Friday evening until past midnight .""They originally booked us for a tiny camping lot, and were awesome to find a larger spot for our group upon arrival. We rented one of the pavilions as well."
"It's a large grassy area with plenty of trees (though no shrubbery or other privacy screens). There are no numbered campsites. Vehicles can be parked and tents pitched anywhere on the grass."
"Shaded level sites, nice pool, general store, playground, float trips. Community fire pits, no fires allowed at rv sites."
"They have canoes for rental onsite. Nice place but sites are un-level for Motorhomes and they are a little tight. Relaxing to walk around the park."
"We tent camped in sites 61-64 (now one huge site, but at one time they were three individual), which directly overlooks the river and sits on a very private corner."
"Shower was ice cold the first day but much warmer the next. Float was easy and beautiful.
The puppies for sale that we got to play with were an added bonus."
TravelerIt’s fun to see the animals. I was happy they have an outdoor shower because I needed it when I got here. I’d say the only down side is the animals roam so there is a lot of poop. Wouldn’t want to wander at night.
TravelerPretty dirty from last people. Toilet paper everywhere. But it’s a quiet place to park for the night. Not recommending anything more than parking for the night.
GuideIt appears to be a typical state park. There are lots of old trees. Sites are pretty close together but it is late October so it is not crowded. Each spot has a level gravel spot, electrical hook up (some are 50 and others 30 and ours had a 110 plug in which is what we needed, as well as a picnic table, and a fire pit. There are both pit toilets and a large building that has flush toilets and showers. Everything is old and would benefit from a refresh but it was all clean enough for camping.
TravelerTent to electric to full hookups available. multiple shower toilet facilities throughout campground. All sites with nice concrete parking pad.
TravelerStayed overnight, got a great site next to the pond, escorted to site by friendly staff…..
GuideThis is definitely more of a “camp” site with bugs and pretty basic needs. When we arrived on Thursday no one was there. Easy to park. When we left Saturday morning of Labor Day, it was a parking lot zoo! Location near caverns is super cool. Bathrooms are sketchy. Super buggy and only a screen door between outside and toilets/showers. It’s a little concerning for a women to shower behind a curtain and only a flimsy screen door to outside. We were backed to river in a 35’ travel trailer no sewer at site and dump station on way out was in passenger side while all dump pipes are on driver side. It worked to go under but interesting to solve.
ScoutMost of the campers here live here long term. It’s more of a trailer park than a camping spot. They have a pool but most people probably wouldn’t use it. The restrooms and showers or shower, only one for the entire grounds, are 2 stars. If you needed an emergency stop over it would work.
GuideI stayed the weekend at Patt’s place and absolutely loved it the atmosphere accommodations the owner she was more than helpful. I’m a solo camper female in my stay there was awesome.
ScoutIn the past my cousins and I would camp here every year at least once with Grandparents and my aunt and uncle. Always had a great time swimming, fishing and hiking. The park is beautiful and the camp sites are very nice. It does get pretty packed at times. Everyone seems to get along and its always nice to meet people from other cities or even some locals. I'm planning on setting at least two dates per year to take my kids and grandkids camping here so they can have the great experiences I had as a kid. Alot of spots to chose from if available.
Cabins near Bourbon, Missouri primarily sit along the Huzzah, Courtois, and Meramec Rivers at elevations ranging from 600 to 800 feet. The region's humid continental climate features hot summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F and mild winters. Several properties maintain seasonal cabins, restricting availability during winter months when water activities are limited due to cooler river temperatures in the 40s.
Cave exploration: 15-minute drive from many cabin accommodations, Meramec Caverns offers guided tours of massive underground chambers. "Pay the extra for the caves tour! Down the road there's an old iron foundry and a historic cemetery to explore," notes a visitor at Meramec State Park Campground.
Floating trips: Various lengths available through most cabin providers. "We rented the new tubes they carry. They were very comfortable with back support and pillow when you're leaning back. 20 bucks for a 4 hour float, ya can't beat it," reports a guest at Garrison Canoe Rental and Campground.
River swimming: Sandy beaches provide access points for swimming in the Meramec and Huzzah Rivers. "There's a river nearby with a rocky beach to keep the kids busy. You can go tubing or canoeing," explains a visitor from Indian Springs Resort and Campground.
Hiking: Multiple trail systems through forested hills and riverside paths. "Nice hiking trails, all easy/moderate. Rent canoes on site," mentions a guest at Meramec State Park Campground.
River proximity: Many cabin sites feature direct water access. "Our campsite was right on the river. Area isn't very big which is nice," notes a camper at Indian Springs Resort and Campground.
Affordability: Basic cabins start around $65/night with pricing increasing for larger units and premium amenities. "We could never go here on our own. $12.50 per adult and $7.50 per youth. Yikes!" comments a group visitor to Ozark Outdoors-Riverfront Resort.
Cabin variety: Options range from primitive one-room structures to multi-bedroom units with full amenities. "Full hookups and is shaded in the right places," reports a visitor to Bass' River Resort.
Camp stores: Most cabin providers maintain on-site stores with camping supplies and food basics. "Camp store, firewood available," notes a camper at Meramec Caverns Natural Campground.
Reservation timing: Summer weekends book 3-6 months in advance, particularly for larger cabins. "A group of friends and I go to Garrison's every year for a great float and two nights of camping. We have been able to reserve a private area for a pretty large group," shares a visitor to Garrison Canoe Rental and Campground.
Cell service limitations: Most cabin sites have poor cellular connectivity. "The campground is great. Most of the sites are flat and paved. The campground is right next to the Meramec River. There is WiFi available but it is not reliable. The cell phone service is virtually non-existent," warns a camper at Meramec State Park Campground.
Cabin amenities vary widely: Many basic cabins lack bathrooms, requiring use of communal facilities. "Some sites have close access to the river. The staff was very friendly and the prices were reasonable," notes a visitor to Garrison Canoe Rental and Campground.
Noise considerations: Campsites are designed with different noise expectations. "Stayed on the family side and had a great time. Staff super helpful and upbeat," explains a camper at Ozark Outdoors-Riverfront Resort.
Accommodation selection: Choose cabins with bathing facilities when camping with young children. "We've camped here a couple times and each time it hasn't been overly crowded. We had plenty of space and privacy," shares a visitor to Meramec State Park Campground.
Wildlife viewing: Dawn and dusk offer prime wildlife observation times. "The State Park has a great canopy of trees located next to a stream as a setting for the campground that bounds with wildlife. We saw deer and raccoons here that entered our campsite," reports a camper at Meramec State Park Campground.
Activity scheduling: Book adventure activities several days in advance during peak season. "The Floating Trees ropes course was supposed to be about 2 hours but the instructors let them go an extra 45 minutes without anyone feeling rushed," notes a visitor to Huzzah Valley Resort.
Meal planning: Some facilities deliver food to cabins and campsites. "Dinner was delivered with a smile after driving through a spring storm," reports a visitor to Stanton-Meramec KOA.
Site selection: Request full hookup cabins for longer stays. "We chose an electric site towards the back to avoid most people. I was pregnant and they had already winterized the back bathroom/shower house but opened up a room for me to use so I didn't have to shlep my belly all the way across the grounds," explains a camper at Ozark Outdoors-Riverfront Resort.
Leveling consideration: Terrain varies significantly between cabin sites. "Some of the spots are close together but it seems to be that way because they kept as many natural trees as possible," notes a visitor to Ozark Outdoors-Riverfront Resort.
Proximity planning: Select cabins based on proximity to amenities like bathrooms or river access. "We stayed in the campground closer to the river. There are quite a few tent spots as well, so we felt a little crowded just based off where our site was. Would definitely recommend sites 106-108," advises a visitor to Bass' River Resort.
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