The greater St. Louis area surrounding Bridgeton offers RV camping options within a 30-mile radius, providing access to both urban attractions and outdoor recreation. Most campgrounds operate year-round with occasional weather closures during Mississippi River flooding events. Seasonal variations affect availability, with summer weekends typically requiring advance reservations for RV sites near Bridgeton, Missouri.
What to do
Katy Trail access: Sundermeier RV Park provides direct trail access for cycling enthusiasts. "You can literally be parked right at the Katy Trail. Through the gate at the rear of the campground, and you can bike for miles. Easy ride in to St. Charles a wonderful historic river town on the Missouri River," notes one visitor to Sundermeier RV Park.
Gateway Arch viewing: Casino Queen RV Park offers views of downtown St. Louis and the Gateway Arch. A camper at Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park remarked, "Close to the arch, that's why we chose this place to stay overnight. Lots of noise from the interstate and there's a train that goes by a couple times in the middle of the night, but the view of the arch and downtown St Louis and access to both is fantastic."
Water recreation: Several parks feature lakes for fishing and kayaking. "This park is beautiful. Located about 25 minutes from St Louis. They have paddle boats and bikes and group bikes for rental. Located right next to a lake with a lot of RV and tent camping spots," shares a visitor to St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park.
What campers like
Historic town exploration: Nearby historic St. Charles offers restaurants and shops within walking distance of some campgrounds. "Just a place to park the camper and sleep. Big rig friendly for sure. Went back to see the Arch Natl park and down into historic st. Charles. Beautiful historic town with plenty to see and do, with a casino past that," writes a reviewer at Sundermeier.
Winery access: Beyond the Trail RV Park provides convenient access to local wineries. A camper reports, "This is just a great park. It is located in a sleepy little winery town. It is just a few minutes from the main part of town with multiple beautiful wineries within a few miles." Beyond the Trail RV Park sits adjacent to breweries and wineries accessible by walking or biking.
On-site dining: Some parks feature restaurants within the grounds. "Pay attention to the BBQ place in the parking lot... fantastic food and a 10% discount for park customers," notes a visitor to Cahokia RV Parque, highlighting the unexpected convenience of having dining options within walking distance.
What you should know
Noise considerations: Railway lines and airport flight paths affect several campgrounds. "It is near a highway, there a railroad bridge right next to it, and it is under the airport flight path. The planes and trains stopped after about 10-11pm I think. The lower# sites are closer to the trains, and the higher# sites were further away," explains one camper at Sundermeier RV Park.
Flooding risk: Low-lying areas experience occasional closures. A visitor to St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park noted, "One of the downsides to this location is that it is prone to flooding. It was out of commission for most of the summer of 2019 as the entire area was flooded." Monitor weather when planning trips during spring and early summer.
Urban location realities: Some parks operate in industrial areas with appropriate security measures. "Security is proactive in patrols and are friendly and helpful. No frills but a great view of the arch. Centrally located and across the bridge from downtown," explains a visitor to Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and activities: Some parks offer children's amenities. "Kids had a blast riding bikes. Even finding a few little frogs jumping around and fireflies at night," shares a family who stayed at St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park, highlighting the simple outdoor activities available.
Swimming options: Seasonal pools operate at select campgrounds. "There is a pool, bike rentals, dog park, movie night, basketball court, and more. You can bring your RV, travel trailer, tent camp, or stay in a cabin," explains a visitor to St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA.
Fishing spots: On-site fishing ponds provide entertainment for children. A visitor to Pin Oak RV Park reports, "A nice private catch and release pond, an old little mini golf setup, a small (but adequate) swimming pool kept the kids busy. About 45-50 minutes West of downtown STL, it was close enough to do 'city things,' but far enough out that it felt like camping."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Different campgrounds offer varying site layouts and spacing. "The sites we had was very small and there are train tracks that run near by the campground so it can be quite noisy. The pool is nice as well as the bathrooms and showers," advises a camper at St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA.
Utility placement awareness: Check connections before arrival. "Utilities are set up weird on all sites - Water and electric are at the very rear of the site by the sewer, so you will need a decent sized hose to reach if your water intake is in the front of your camper," warns an RVer at Draft Kings at Casino Queen.
Level site availability: Most RV campgrounds near Bridgeton feature concrete or gravel pads. "We loved how spacious it was. The roads within the campground were double-wide so we had no trouble turning and getting into our spot. The sites were double-wide concrete. We were able to park next to our 5th wheel with enough room to not feel crowded while using the picnic bench. Also the site was level," reports a visitor describing their experience at Sundermeier RV Park.
