Greensfelder County Park encompasses woodland terrain with diverse camping options beyond the equestrian focus. Located within St. Louis County's network of parks, the campground sits at approximately 700 feet elevation with surrounding trails traversing rolling Ozark foothills. During summer months, temperatures typically range from 65-90°F with moderate humidity, while spring and fall offer milder camping conditions.
What to do
Trail riding opportunities: The park maintains an extensive network of marked paths accommodating multiple user groups. "Trails are well marked maps available Awsome views and a cool trail by six flags this park is busy with hikers and bikers I'd say 90% of them are polite and yield to horses," notes one visitor to Greensfelder County Park.
Fishing access: Several nearby lakes offer productive fishing spots within short driving distances. "There is a lake you can rent kayaks for. They also have an accessible fishing dock that is covered," explains a visitor to Cuivre River State Park Campground.
Wildlife viewing: The natural settings around Bridgeton attract diverse wildlife throughout the seasons. At Horseshoe Lake, one camper shared that "This is a great place when the geese are migrating thru, I really hope to be back here some day!"
What campers like
Proximity to urban amenities: Many campers appreciate the balance of nature with nearby conveniences. "Not 2 miles from Six Flags, and 5 minutes from the freeway, you'll find plenty of beauty, creature comfort amenities, and cell service," reports one Greensfelder visitor.
Affordability: Budget-conscious campers note reasonable rates at several locations. At Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground, a camper mentioned "Great spot in a beautiful area close to St. Louis. No power but access to drinking water and waste water dump for just 8$."
Multiple activity options: Campers value parks offering diverse recreation beyond horseback riding. At Cuivre River, a visitor shared, "This park has plenty of well groomed trails and facilities spread out nicely. You could camp here for a weekend and stay busy."
What you should know
Varied camping conditions: Site characteristics differ significantly across campgrounds. At McCully Heritage Project, campers note "Ten dollars a night helps maintain land and natural area, all donation, very family oriented."
Wildlife encounters: Expect to share space with local fauna. One camper at Cuivre River reported, "Campground is beautiful and very woodsy. We saw bunnies hopping around and when we first arrived to our site a deer was grazing nearby, such a bonus!"
Train noise: Several campsites experience railroad noise. At St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA, a camper mentioned, "Close to train tracks and highway, but didn't notice with AC on in the camper."
Seasonal considerations: Facilities and available activities change throughout the year. A visitor to Horseshoe Lake noted, "There is no electric or running water. The lake is ok but no swimming, boating and fishing only."
Tips for camping with families
Look for recreational amenities: Choose campgrounds with dedicated facilities for children. At St. Louis West KOA, a camper shared, "There is lots to do at this park. There is a pool, bike rentals, dog park, movie night, basketball court, and more."
Consider noise levels: Select sites farther from roadways for quieter family experiences. One camper at Greensfelder noted, "The Family tent sites are very close to the road, as in 10ft from it, so traffic to and from the stables are rather annoying."
Pack for wildlife: Prepare for encounters with local wildlife. A Cuivre River visitor advised, "Don't leave anything out at night or raccoons will scavenge, we accidentally left our trash bag hanging (ugh!) but that was our fault."
Check water access: Confirm water availability for your specific site. At Greensfelder, a visitor reported "frost free water at both ends of the campground" but "no water at sites."
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: Verify site measurements before booking at horse campgrounds near Bridgeton, Missouri. At Cuivre River State Park, a camper noted "The campground is close to Lincoln Lake for kayaking" and offers "quiet and spacious" sites.
Hookup details: Confirm specific electrical connections available at your chosen site. At Greensfelder, one RVer reported "Only sites 20-29 have electric" with "2-20 amp plugs and 1-30amp plug" at most sites, and cautioned "site 29 only have 2-20 amp plugs no 30."
Backing considerations: Note site configurations for easier parking. A Greensfelder camper mentioned sites have "a lot of room to back in" and you can "park campers on grass to be closer to one side or another of your site."
Dump station availability: Plan ahead for waste disposal needs. One RVer at Greensfelder noted there's "no dump but KOA and RV dealer 5-7 mins away" for servicing needs.
