Camdenton RV parks provide year-round access to Lake of the Ozarks recreation, with most campgrounds clustered around the lake's 1,150 miles of shoreline at approximately 660 feet elevation. While summer temperatures typically range from 75-90°F, spring and fall camping seasons offer milder conditions with fewer crowds. Concrete pads and hillside terracing characterize many RV sites, with most campgrounds requiring advance booking from April through October.
What to do
Fishing from your campsite: Cross Creek RV Park features an 8-acre stocked lake where campers can fish directly from their site. One visitor shared, "We tent camped on the island for 2 nights. It was awesome, you can fish right off the bank of your own private island within in minutes of waking up."
Water activities: At Scallywag's RV Park, boat slips are available with campsite rentals, providing direct lake access. A camper noted, "Campsites are available with access to a covered or uncovered boat slip that is about a 5 min walk down hill. There's a waterside restaurant called Captain Ron's at the bottom of the hill that is family friendly and has lots to offer."
Hiking trails: Majestic Oaks RV Park & Campground maintains on-site hiking trails through wooded areas. A reviewer mentioned, "Nice park, hiking trails on site, spots are well maintained. Good amenities on site and very close to everything the Lake has to offer."
What campers like
Quiet locations: The Riviera Villas & RV Resort offers a peaceful setting with elevated lake views. According to one visitor, "Camp is clean, and very quiet. WiFi works okay. Best part of this park is you can see the lake from many of the campsites, and the pool."
Cleanliness: Osage Beach RV Park maintains clean facilities throughout their grounds. A camper reported, "The restrooms and showers were very clean and well kept. The staff was always very friendly and welcoming. They guided us to our spot, helped us back in, delivered firewood and ice right to our site."
Pool areas: Coconuts RV Resort features multiple pool areas with lake views. One reviewer described, "The top had 2 pools, shower house, and restroom all new and very NICE! The lower pools are big with scenic views of the boats and lake front."
What you should know
Road access challenges: Several campgrounds have difficult access roads. A recent visitor to Cross Creek warned, "The road to get in and out of this place is absolutely ridiculous. You can try to go 1mph to avoid potholes or washed out area just to hit the next pothole and washed out area."
Reservation requirements: Three-night minimum stays are common at lakefront RV parks during peak season. At Riveria Villas & RV Resort, a camper noted, "Only downside of this campsite is the website seems sketchy and is hard to use. The campground itself can only be booked through the campsite and there is a 3 night minimum stay."
Site spacing: Most RV parks have closely spaced sites. One camper at Majestic Oaks commented, "Were really paced in here but they had so many amenities it was crazy. Cable, WiFi, pool, etc. close to the Lake of the Ozark hot spots made it very convenient."
Tips for camping with families
Halloween events: Majestic Oaks offers special seasonal activities for families. A regular visitor shared, "The events around halloween are always so fun for kids and adults alike. They truly put so much work into making it the best experience for their guests."
Recreation options: Cross Creek provides multiple family-friendly activities on-site. A reviewer highlighted, "Kids love the mini golf, shuffleboard, and basketball. Huge private lake great for fishing and watching duck families swim by and come up to you on the grass!"
Safety concerns: At Lake Ozarks RV Resort, traffic patterns require caution. One camper warned, "Only issue was the kids being allowed on golf carts all day and late into the night flying all over both directions. Kids on bikes all night with no lights on bikes or grounds. It's a free for all."
Tips from RVers
Convenient locations: Osage Beach RV Park offers proximity to town amenities. A camper appreciated, "Location is close to the town, restaurants, and the state park. Friendly hosts. Sites are pretty close together though."
Internet connectivity: Working remotely is possible at certain campgrounds. One RVer shared about Osage Beach, "This was a very nice, clean campground in the city of Osage Beach. We needed a campsite to be able to work and school remotely from and this fit the bill with excellent WiFi that had boosters all throughout the campground."
Site selection: Many RV parks near Camdenton offer different site types based on privacy needs. At Cross Creek, a visitor recommended, "We tent camped on the island for 2 nights. Not as secluded as the other survivor tent site but really fantastic place. Had a restroom on the island, big plus for a family with 5 little ones."
