Best RV Parks & Resorts near Cadet, MO

Several RV parks near Cadet, Missouri provide full-hookup sites for motorhomes and travel trailers. Big Creek RV Park in Annapolis features level gravel sites with 30/50-amp electrical, water, and sewer connections, though without a dump station on premises. "Big Creek is a very nice setting with all the amenities, including WiFi and laundry facility," noted one camper, who mentioned the spots were clean but positioned somewhat close together. Beyond the Trail RV Park offers full hookups with both back-in and pull-through sites accommodating larger rigs, while Pheasant Acres RV Park in St. James maintains 24 sites with 30/50-amp service year-round. Pin Oak RV Park in Villa Ridge provides big-rig friendly sites with concrete pads that can accommodate larger motorhomes.

Seasonal considerations affect availability at several parks in the region. During winter months, some facilities like Meramec State Park turn off individual site water connections while maintaining potable water access near dump stations. Cell service varies significantly across the area—AT&T generally performs better than T-Mobile, with some parks offering WiFi to compensate for weak cellular signals. Most RV parks welcome pets but require leashes at all times. Propane service is available at select locations including Cahokia RV Parque and Pin Oak RV Park. For travelers with larger motorhomes, advance measurement verification is recommended as some parks have tight turning radiuses that can challenge longer rigs. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, RV sites at Birch Creek RV Park feature concrete pads with easy interstate access, though highway noise may be noticeable at sites closest to I-44.

Best RV Sites Near Cadet, Missouri (86)

    1. RV Self-Park

    8 Reviews
    Sullivan, MO
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 259-6678

    $20 - $39 / night

    "Booking online was quick, the site was level, and everything was super easy—even after dark. It’s well-lit, secure, and the hookups worked right on time."

    "I had difficulty with the WiFi. But the security seemed good."

    2. Cahokia RV Parque

    18 Reviews
    Columbia, IL
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 332-7700

    "The grounds, pool, laundry, and bathrooms were all in excellent repair and clean. The park was quiet, but very family friendly."

    "Pet-friendly, full hookups, space for our larger rig and parking around for extra vehicle. Laundry and propane on site. Spaces were a little close together, but minutes from downtown St."

    3. Big Creek RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Annapolis, MO
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 598-1064

    "Big Creek is very nice setting with all the amenities, including Wifi and Laundry facility. Great little pool in middle of park. Spots were clean and easy to back into or pull through."

    "Nice, clean, quiet campground. Spacious lots. Clean pool (on the small side). Duck races were fun. Cell service was good and wifi was iffy. Would definitely stay again in the area."

    4. Beyond the Trail RV Park

    10 Reviews
    Defiance, MO
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 484-0059

    $25 - $58 / night

    "Excellent little RV park behind a brewery. The Katy trail borders the park for easy access to town."

    "Nice basic rv park with full hook ups and a clean shower house. All the roads and pads are gravel and level."

    5. Covered Bridge RV Park & Storage

    6 Reviews
    Fenton, MO
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 349-2292

    $50 / night

    "Laundry on site. No wifi. Closed on weekends. Full hook up sites. Many of the sites are full time residents. Clean and quiet. $45 night, overpriced for being a side by side experience."

    6. Pheasant Acres RV Park

    7 Reviews
    St. James, MO
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (314) 303-5504

    $25 - $43 / night

    "My wife Michelle and I absolutely love Pheasant Acres, we have been camping there now going on 7 seasons. "

    "It is right off of 8 highway. About 5 miles from I-44 (easy access east or west bound). The sites were kind of tight. But there was shade and picnic tables at the site. The owner helps backing in."

    7. Birch Creek RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Union, MO
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (314) 819-3151

    $30 - $40 / night

    "This is a small RV park just off I-44 about 20 minutes from Meramec Caverns. It’s very close to the highway so there is lots of highway noise. Some sites are farther away so not so bad."

    8. Meramec Valley Campground & RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Leasburg, MO
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 885-2541

    $28 - $43 / night

    "Great sites, pools, store and a 4 acre lake for fishing and kayaking. Laundry facilities available. Some rentals"

    "It truly felt like a campground regardless of the amenities they have to offer."

    9. Candy Cane RV Park & Campground

    2 Reviews
    Steelville, MO
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 775-2889

    "I've camped here twice over long holiday weekends, and both times the park offered a peaceful, quiet setting to unwind for a few days."

    "It seems like they are doing some updating of things so that's why the 4 stars, once they finish their updates I'm positive it will be 5 star worthy."

    10. Patt's Place, LLC

    1 Review
    Bonne Terre, MO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 315-7183

    $50 - $700 / night

    "Well graveled spaces, easy water and electric hook-up with both 30 and 50 amp. Owners met us at the entrance and guided us in which was much appreciated."

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RV Park Reviews near Cadet, MO

666 Reviews of 86 Cadet Campgrounds


  • C
    Jul. 25, 2019

    Silver Mines

    Nice and affordable

    This is a nice little campground located in the Mark Twain National Forest. The St. Francis River runs behind the camp loop and the boat launch is walking distance, with room to splash around and fish. We were in site 8. The sites have a bit of breathing room between them. There were tent campers on up to a 40 foot toy hauler. The vault toilets were a bit sketchy and, while there's access to drinking water and some 30 amp sites, there's no dump station.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 27, 2024

    Birch Creek RV Park

    Nice spot for quick stop

    This is a small RV park just off I-44 about 20 minutes from Meramec Caverns. It’s very close to the highway so there is lots of highway noise. Some sites are farther away so not so bad. There is easy access from I-44.

    30 & 50-Amp Electrical, Water & Sewer Hook-ups. Concrete pads. Bathroom/showers are clean. Pet friendly, coin laundry. Some pull thru sites. Adjacent to the Great American Flea Market on weekends if you like that stuff.

  • Staci R.
    Oct. 24, 2017

    Meramec State Park Campground

    Mera-culously huge

    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. Potable water is available near dump stations (hmmm....). Very well kept, and vacant this time of year, affords the opportunity for a more private camping and river experience. Clean well kept shower houses. Lodge & cabin rentals also available. Boat ramp in back of campground. Campsites with blue bands and parking stops are ADA compliant with concrete pads, elevated grills plus fire ring and picnic table.

  • Amy D.
    Aug. 6, 2018

    St. Joe State Park Campground

    ORV riding/Super nice

    We have a pull behind travel trailer and pick up truck. Site 107 is where we stayed. Pull thru site,asphalt paved with gravel set up area, burn pit and picnic table. Bathrooms and shower house where nice and very clean! We did not have a ORV but did have battery Burromax minbikes. 10 yr old son had an amazing time ridingtoafs with no issues. Pet friendly. Great sewer dump station. Overall it was a very clean and friendly camping experience we will definitely go back even without having a dirtbike or 4 wheeler. Lots of fun!

  • K
    Sep. 17, 2024

    Onondaga Cave State Park Campground

    Clean and quiet park

    We stayed one night on our way through Missouri. It’s only about ten minutes south of I-44. The campground was only about half full, so it was nice and quiet. All sites have a concrete pad for the RV and for the picnic table. Includes water and electric. Playground, laundry room, and dump station. Hiking trails available from the campground and cave tours on weekends. We stayed at site #65 which is close to the entrance/restrooms and has no campsite on either side.

  • Lee T.
    Jun. 14, 2021

    Cahokia RV Parque

    Great Campground!

    We had a great experience in the 4 nights we spent here. The grounds, pool, laundry, and bathrooms were all in excellent repair and clean. The park was quiet, but very family friendly. The spots are roomy enough, given that you’re situated less than 15 miles from downtown St. Louis. The picnic tables and fire rings are nice additions and the lots appear to be level (ours was.) We didn’t have any trouble backing our 38 ft travel trailer in either. Do NOT miss the BBQ place in the parking lot... fantastic food and a 10% discount for park customers.

  • T
    Nov. 2, 2020

    Cahokia RV Parque

    Nice close park to St. Louis

    Pet-friendly, full hookups, space for our larger rig and parking around for extra vehicle. Laundry and propane on site. Spaces were a little close together, but minutes from downtown St. Louis, and staff was friendly and accommodating. Also, fantastic restaurant right on site -- Sawmill BBQ!

  • Stacie E.
    Jul. 29, 2018

    Meramec Caverns Natural Campground

    Great Place to camp and enjoy!

    This was our first trip in our camper and a first camp at Meramec Caverns.

    The staff is friendly and helpful. 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. Our site had 30/50 amp service and water on a gravel site facing the Meramec River. It waa a beautiful view!

    Shower house and restroom facilities are clean and maintained.

    A dump station is located just outsIde the main gate of the campgrounds.

    Because of the location, there is no wifi and we had no cell service for the majority of our stay. Once in a while it would get a signal but it was very brief.

    Campsites are separated from the Meramec Caverns tourist attractions so there is not constant traffic coming through the campsite.

    Most campsites had a stone fire ring, bbq grill, and picnic table.

    The cave tour, zipline, boat ride, canoe and float trips and motel are all within short walking distance from the campgrounds.

    The campground store has ice, firewood and basics available. The gift shop at the cave has typical tourist items available. The restaurant is more of a snack bar and not a full service restaurant, so don't rely on it for your meals during your stay!

    The cave tour is interesting and informative and on a hot day the 60 degree temp of the cave is the perfect place to hang out for a while!

    Overall, a very nice place to camp and enjoy the outdoors without being too far from home.

    We will definitely be back for another stay!

  • Matthew H.
    Mar. 6, 2021

    Greensfelder County Park

    Rvs and trailers

    Small campground ground ram by saint louis county parks. We were the only ones here. Heavy equestrian park, it’s not required (to have a horse) to stay here. A few piles of horses droppings but very well maintained. We stay about 30 feet to the right of the horse pin, and behind it where they dump the horse stuff really can’t smell anything. Only sites 20-29 have electric and 28 can’t be reserved. Pro -Most sites are great for trailers 26’ or less and 1 slide (sites 24-26 can fit a fifth wheel probably no bigger than 36-38 ft) -2-20 amp plugs and 1-30amp plug -Not to many trees hanging over your camper that would drop branches -site 29 where we stayed can fit a 40’ fifth wheel -a lot of room to back in -showers and restrooms year around -frost free water at both ends of the campground -usual fire pit, picnic table and grill -park campers on grass to be closer to one side or another of your site -sites are reservable

    Cons -no water at sites -no 50 amps -no dump but KOA and RV dealer 5-7 mins away

    -site 29 only have 2-20 amp plugs no 30 didn’t realized till we parked. Only this one doesn’t have 30 -horses traffic on Saturday eventually from what the ranger told me once Covid is better -most sites back up to main road(mostly light traffic and none at night)


Guide to Cadet

RV campgrounds near Cadet, Missouri offer diverse options within the Ozark foothills, with elevations ranging from 700-1,200 feet creating varied camping experiences. Summer temperatures average 85-90°F with high humidity, while spring and fall maintain milder 60-75°F conditions ideal for outdoor activities. Most campgrounds in this region sit near waterways with gravel sites that can become muddy after heavy rainfall.

What to do

Katy Trail biking: Access the Katy Trail directly from Beyond the Trail RV Park for cycling through Missouri wine country. "The Katy trail borders the park for easy access to town. Beautiful views across a large farm field (soy beans when we were here) to the hills beyond with incredible sunsets," notes camper Sam C.

Float trips on Meramec River: Book canoe rentals and shuttle service at Indian Springs Resort for half-day or full-day float trips. "Float was easy and beautiful," reports Denni G., while another camper mentions, "I drove my husband up to the put-in (less than 10 mins) and he floated back and took out here."

Explore local breweries: Several campgrounds are located near craft breweries. "Just on the other side of the trail is a great brewery with a fantastic patio and rooftop deck. We walked there a few times to enjoy pizza," writes Jamie C. about amenities near Beyond the Trail RV Park.

What campers like

Easy interstate access: Convenient highway proximity makes RV Self-Park popular for overnight stays. "You can get in and out really quick," writes Russell K., while another camper notes, "This is a great place to stay one or two nights. Easy in and out."

Level, concrete pads: Many parks feature stable parking surfaces. "The sites are level, clean and easy to back into or pull through," explains Eric H. about Big Creek RV Park. Another reviewer adds, "Nice, clean, quiet campground. Spacious lots."

Creek access for cooling off: Natural water features provide relief during hot months. "The creek is nice for cooling down on a hot day, but there is a pool if you'd rather do that," notes Mike T. about Big Creek RV Park, while another camper mentions "a great little hiking/biking path along creek that runs along park."

What you should know

Seasonal availability: Some parks close water connections during winter months but remain open. "During winter, it was ice cold the first day but much warmer the next," notes one camper about shower temperatures at Indian Springs Resort.

Variable cell coverage: Connectivity fluctuates throughout the region. "Verizon had 0 service, ATT had very minimal service and their Wi-Fi went in and out," reports Amy & Stu B. about Big Creek RV Park, indicating the need for backup communication plans.

Highway noise considerations: Sites closest to interstates experience traffic sounds. "Just a simple nice place to come for a night or a few days to tour the area... Lots of interstate noise as it's very close," mentions a reviewer at RV Self-Park. For quieter options, request sites furthest from highways.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly activities: Pheasant Acres RV Park offers dedicated children's areas. "They have trails for bike riding, a big open field for the kids to play ball and rabbits the kids loved feeding," writes Isaiah D., who adds that his "kids loved camping here and can't wait to go back."

Weekend programming: Many parks schedule family events on weekends. "Saturday is fun with different campground activities and an evening hayride," explains Mike T. about Big Creek RV Park's scheduled entertainment.

Swimming options: Natural swimming holes provide alternatives to pools. One camper at Indian Springs Resort describes "a large sandy beach with natural swimming holes, plus a seasonal pool," making it ideal for families seeking water recreation beyond standard amenities.

Tips from RVers

After-hours check-in procedures: Several parks offer self-service options. "We rolled into RV Self-Park late with our pup and loved how smooth the process was. Booking online was quick, the site was level, and everything was super easy—even after dark," shares Amber C.

First-timer friendly parks: New RV owners can find supportive environments at Patt's Place. "This was our first trip with our first camper and this place was perfect. Well graveled spaces, easy water and electric hook-up with both 30 and 50 amp. Owners met us at the entrance and guided us in which was much appreciated," reports Chris L., who appreciated the assistance as a beginner.

Close site spacing: Many reviews mention proximity between campsites. "The spaces are tighter, but that was expected being closer to a city," notes Carlyne F. about Cahokia RV Parque, while Gary A. observes at RV Self-Park: "Sites are side by side, no privacy."

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