Cabin camping near Bunker, Missouri offers rustic to modern options within the Ozark mountains at elevations ranging from 600-1,000 feet. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer highs averaging 85°F and winter lows near 20°F. Spring and fall provide milder temperatures in the 60-70°F range, with periodic thunderstorms common from April through September.
What to do
Water activities: Float the Black River from Twin Rivers Landing, where the waters remain clear for visibility. "We go there each year and we are impressed with the owners for keeping this campground clean. The bathrooms and showers are always clean and friendly staffs. Lots of river rats as this campground is right by the black river which is always a canoe/kayaks hot spot," notes one visitor.
Trout fishing: Cast a line at Montauk State Park Campground, where the Current River provides excellent fishing conditions. "This is a great area to fish for trout. The river is beautiful and offers a place to relax. The campground offers several different options depending on your setup," explains a camper.
Hiking: Explore local trails through the Ozark forest. "We were hiking the OT from Taum Sauk to Johnson Shut-ins so we opted for a camping cabin to keep it simple," shares a visitor who used Twin Rivers Landing cabins as a basecamp.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention the maintenance standards at cabin sites. "The park as usual was yet maintained in almost perfect conditions, staff was very nice," says a visitor at Sam A. Baker State Park Campground.
Scenic river access: The ability to walk from cabins directly to water is highly valued. "We were hiking the OT from Taum Sauk to Johnson Shut-ins so we opted for a camping cabin to keep it simple. We were delighted to find it had A/C!" reports a camper at Twin Rivers Landing.
Cabin amenities: Electric service and climate control receive particular praise. "This place literally has everything you can want from walk in tent sites to an entire lodge with all the amenities. Campsites are all well manicured and offer everything from basic sites to full RV hook ups," explains a visitor at Echo Bluff State Park.
What you should know
Reservation timing: Book cabins well in advance, especially during summer months. "The only negative is that we have experienced are that you need to reserve your side months in advance because this campground is so popular," warns a camper at Echo Bluff State Park.
Weather considerations: Spring brings periodic storms and flooding potential. "We spent four days at the park with friends during the higher rain and very, high river. I have never seen the river through the park so high to the top of the banks," notes a visitor at Sam A. Baker State Park Campground.
Shade availability: Newer cabin developments may lack mature trees. "This campground felt very sterile. You are not sheltered at all by the forest trees," cautions a camper about Echo Bluff State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming spots: The Black River provides safe, accessible water play areas. "Large primitive sites with plenty of space and access to community water pump in each area. Access to shower house near the main entrance. Laundry on site as well!" notes a visitor to Twin Rivers Landing.
Kid-friendly activities: Look for organized events at state parks. "They have neat programs going on while we were there including a smores contest and adult scavenger hunt," shares a camper at Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park.
Safety measures: Some cabins include railings and enclosed spaces for younger children. "The cart provided was great to walk our gear down the trail to our site, and there was a flat deck for us to camp on (which was great on our rainy weekend)," explains a Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park visitor.
Tips from RVers
Campsite selection: Sites vary considerably in size and privacy. "We stayed in the RV on a spot with river view. Was really nice! Site 148 has standing water when it rains, but that was the only wet spot in the RV areas," advises a visitor at Harveys Circle B Campground.
Storage considerations: Many cabin locations offer minimal indoor storage. "We were able to get our RV in but the new campsites felt a little close together," notes an Echo Bluff visitor.
Hookup availability: Services vary widely between locations. "Great place to camp for RVs. Nothing fancy. Grass sites were fairly muddy. Has water and electric with a dump station," explains a camper reviewing a local campground.
