Places to Camp near Columbia, MO

274 Reviews

Central Missouri has a surprise for outdoor enthusiasts: It’s home to some of the best camping in the state. Near Columbia, MO, there are a number of conservation areas along the Missouri River. Rock Bridge Memorial State Park is minutes from the city and offers a fun and educational experience for children and adults. There are plenty of scenic trails to hike, bike, or explore on horseback. The park is home to fascinating natural features, including a cave system, and is one of the many opportunities to explore the outdoors near Columbia. A number of campgrounds are located around the city with amenities and campsites to accommodate the type of camping you're looking for, whether you want to stay closer or farther from the city lights.

Map showing campgrounds near Columbia, Missouri

Best Camping Sites Near Columbia, MO (69)

1.
Finger Lakes State Park Campground
21 Reviews
57 Photos
76 Saves
Hallsville, Missouri
The roar of ATVs and off-road motorcycles combines with the peacefulness of rolling hills at Finger Lakes State Park, one of two ATV parks in the state parks system. Built in a former coal mining area, Finger Lakes’ trails and motocross track are popular with users who come for the day, but often fall under the spell of the spacious campground, leafy trees and hilly terrain. The park is also the site of the challenging 2.75-mile Kelley Branch Mountain Bike Trail and a 4.5-mile water trail.
Finger Lakes State Park offers basic and 30-amp and 50-amp electric campsites.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
2.
Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground
16 Reviews
37 Photos
38 Saves
Columbia, Missouri
Cottonwoods RV Park is a family & pet-friendly RV Park and Campground that is located in the heart of the Missouri off of US Highway 63 in Columbia, Missouri. We are just 4 miles north of I-70, minutes from the University of Missouri, and just minutes from many local attractions including Warm Springs Ranch: The Budweiser Clydesdales Breeding Ranch.
Our park features paved roads and gravel sites and many indoor and outdoor amenities. Each site is equipped with Full Hook Ups - Electric, Water, and Sewer and a concrete patio and picnic table. Be sure to check out amenities and social calendar pages. We hope while you are here, you will enjoy our friendly, relaxed, and clean atmosphere!
We would love to be your choice for the perfect option for camping whether you are looking for. Come join us and make new memories and lifelong friends!
We are proud to be voted as the 2018 Mid-Size Missouri Park of the Year by the Missouri Association of RV Parks & Campgrounds.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$45 - $52 / night
3.
Cooper’s Landing Campgrounds and Marina
16 Reviews
34 Photos
93 Saves
Jamestown, Missouri
Looking for a spot to launch your boat, rest your head for the night, or spend some quality time with your friends and family? Cooper’s Landing offers all of this and more! We’re a year-round full-service marina, campground, store, and live music venue on the banks of the Missouri River and right off the Katy Trail.
Our family-friendly campground is freshly graded for RV and tent camping and our brand new Backyards and Beyond edition glamping tent package is ready to rent. The country store is stocked with ice, cold beverages, snacks, and firewood. Bring your own grub, or be wowed by the occasional food truck!
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$10 - $60 / night
4.
Pine Ridge Recreation Area
12 Reviews
35 Photos
109 Saves
New Bloomfield, Missouri
This area is located in a pine forest and provides a campground and picnic area while serving as a trailhead to the 36-mile Cedar Creek Trail. Four picnic sites and 8 campsites are provided. Larger grassy area can provide small groups such as scouts.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Dispersed
- Trash
5.
Arrow Rock State Historic Site Campground — Arrow Rock State Historic Site
20 Reviews
34 Photos
69 Saves
Arrow Rock, Missouri
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
6.
Lazy Day Campground
32 Reviews
68 Photos
81 Saves
New Florence, Missouri
Lazy Day has full hook up RV sites, pull through sites and tent sites.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$40 - $55 / night
7.
Hanson Hills Campground
8 Reviews
9 Photos
48 Saves
Kingdom City, Missouri
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
8.
Cedar Creek Resort & RV Park
5 Reviews
13 Photos
22 Saves
Columbia, Missouri
- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
9.
Rock Bridge Memorial State Park - Educational Scout Camps
5 Reviews
6 Photos
38 Saves
Columbia, Missouri
Just minutes from Columbia, Rock Bridge Memorial State Park gives visitors the chance to scramble, hike and bicycle through a scenic environment – and lets them peek into Missouri’s underworld. The park contains some of the most popular hiking trails in the state and also offers solitude while hiking in the Gans Creek Wild Area. Visitors can also see a large cave system with its rock bridge, sinkholes, a spring and underground stream at the Devil's Icebox. You can explore Connor's Cave in the light of the opening for a taste of the underground world.
Non-profit, educational or Scout groups can take advantage of the special-use area for overnight primitive camping. It features two fire rings, a vault toilet and several picnic tables. There is no water or electricity. The cost is $2 per person, per night. Reservations are required. For more information, call 573-449-7402.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Trash
- Picnic Table
10.
Graham Cave State Park Campground
27 Reviews
73 Photos
109 Saves
Montgomery City, Missouri
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access

Popular Camping Styles near Columbia

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Pet-friendly camping near Columbia

Finger Lakes State Park Campground

The roar of ATVs and off-road motorcycles combines with the peacefulness of rolling hills at Finger Lakes State Park, one of two ATV parks in the state parks system. Built in a former coal mining area, Finger Lakes’ trails and motocross track are popular with users who come for the day, but often fall under the spell of the spacious campground, leafy trees and hilly terrain. The park is also the site of the challenging 2.75-mile Kelley Branch Mountain Bike Trail and a 4.5-mile water trail.

Finger Lakes State Park offers basic and 30-amp and 50-amp electric campsites.

Pets
Fires
Electric Hookups
Phone Service

Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground

Cottonwoods RV Park is a family & pet-friendly RV Park and Campground that is located in the heart of the Missouri off of US Highway 63 in Columbia, Missouri. We are just 4 miles north of I-70, minutes from the University of Missouri, and just minutes from many local attractions including Warm Springs Ranch: The Budweiser Clydesdales Breeding Ranch.

Our park features paved roads and gravel sites and many indoor and outdoor amenities. Each site is equipped with Full Hook Ups - Electric, Water, and Sewer and a concrete patio and picnic table. Be sure to check out amenities and social calendar pages. We hope while you are here, you will enjoy our friendly, relaxed, and clean atmosphere!

We would love to be your choice for the perfect option for camping whether you are looking for. Come join us and make new memories and lifelong friends!

We are proud to be voted as the 2018 Mid-Size Missouri Park of the Year by the Missouri Association of RV Parks & Campgrounds.

Pets
Fires
Electric Hookups
Phone Service

$45 - $52 / night

Cooper’s Landing Campgrounds and Marina

Looking for a spot to launch your boat, rest your head for the night, or spend some quality time with your friends and family? Cooper’s Landing offers all of this and more! We’re a year-round full-service marina, campground, store, and live music venue on the banks of the Missouri River and right off the Katy Trail.

Our family-friendly campground is freshly graded for RV and tent camping and our brand new Backyards and Beyond edition glamping tent package is ready to rent. The country store is stocked with ice, cold beverages, snacks, and firewood. Bring your own grub, or be wowed by the occasional food truck!

Pets
Fires
Electric Hookups
Phone Service

$10 - $60 / night

Pine Ridge Recreation Area

12 Reviews

35 Photos

109 Saves

New Bloomfield, Missouri

This area is located in a pine forest and provides a campground and picnic area while serving as a trailhead to the 36-mile Cedar Creek Trail. Four picnic sites and 8 campsites are provided. Larger grassy area can provide small groups such as scouts.