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Cute retro campground right on Route 66. It’s not scenic but the sites are nice and the staff is friendly and welcoming. Clean restrooms and laundry room.
RV Camping near Carl Junction, MO
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Several RV parks operate near Carl Junction, Missouri. Downstream RV Park in Joplin provides 50-amp electric hookups and water connections on concrete pads with pull-through sites for larger rigs. Big Red Barn RV Park in Carthage features 57 sites with full hookups including 30/50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections on level gravel pads. Ballard's Campground offers 50 sites with spacious pull-through spots that include electric, water, and sewer hookups. Zans Creekside RV Park provides water and electric hookups in a riverside setting. "Sites are very level with crushed stone pads. Good water pressure. Lots of grass. Patio sites are available."
Most RV parks in the region remain open year-round, though availability may be limited during peak travel seasons. While some campgrounds offer dump stations for non-sewer sites, others provide full hookups at each site. Many parks accommodate big rigs, though site dimensions vary considerably. Cell service works well at most locations, particularly those closer to Interstate 44. Pet policies differ between parks – most allow pets but may have restrictions. A camper noted, "The park is really lovely with plenty of large trees and green grass and spacious sites." Facilities range from basic parks with minimal amenities to those offering cable TV, WiFi, and on-site conveniences like propane sales or camp stores.
Best RV Campgrounds near Carl Junction (96)
1. Downstream RV Park
"Huge facility, well kept and clean. Affordable spacious sites, with 30/50 amp power with water. Separate dump station. "
"Nice quiet easy to get to off interstate. Pull through spaces. Very clean and well kept. Stay for free if you are a casino card holder."
2. Camp Mi Casa on the Route RV Park
"It’s not scenic but the sites are nice and the staff is friendly and welcoming. Clean restrooms and laundry room."
"The people here are nice and the restrooms/showers/laundry room are very clean!"
3. Big Red Barn RV Park
"This is a great, friendly campground, off the highway about a mile, so no highway noise. Very pet friendly. Long wide sites that have grass, patios and picnic tables. Open year round!"
"This park has level, pull-through shaded lots and a quiet location. Our group used the rally barn for meetings, and their fire pit for the evening, which were bonus features."
4 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $32 - $68 / night
4. Zans Creekside RV Park
"Nice campground close to Joplin, MO. Friendly host, clean campsites, pet friendly."
"Nice campground friendly staff. Tents and RVs, out house style toilets. Kinda loud being by the road but plenty of nearby places to visit"
Check AvailabilityAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $40 / night
5. Ballard's Campground
Check Availabilityfrom $35 - $575 / night
6. Whispering Woods RV Park
"Sites have water and electric, and a dumping station. Really nice showers and bathrooms. Don't have to gamble, and fairly cheap to stay with access to the hotel pool."
"Code for the bath facilities will be provided at that time. Close to the casino and well landscaped. Video is from Nov. of 2020."
7. Beagle Bay RV Haven & Campground
"Tent area is undeveloped, but the lawn is fairly level, bathrooms and showers are only a short walk away. Nicole showed me to the site and was a wonderful help."
"We were traveling in the off season and it was awesome to have someone answer the phone and get us booked same day. All sites are pull through. And the bathrooms are amazing!!!"
8. Four Oaks RV Park
9. Big Shoal RV Country
Check Availabilityfrom $55 - $60 / night
10. Love's RV Hookup-Sarcoxie MO 886
"Friendly staff and room for about 8 campers in front away from the trucker section. 3 with hookups. Showers are available."
Drive Time
- 9 min from Joplin, MO
- 1 hr 9 min from Springfield, MO
- 1 hr 22 min from Fayetteville, AR
- 1 hr 39 min from Tulsa, OK
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RV Park Reviews near Carl Junction, MO
205 Reviews of 96 Carl Junction Campgrounds
john S.
ScoutCamp Mi Casa on the Route RV Park
Bait & Switch
I would not recommend Camp Mi Casa based on my experience. When I originally chose this park, the website clearly advertised the monthly rate as $500 plus electric. After I arrived, however, I was told the price was $700 per month. There was no written lease or rental agreement explaining the difference. I paid the $700 for the first month. The following month I was charged another $700. Then I received a bill for $738 with no itemization explaining the additional $38. When I questioned the difference between the advertised $500 rate and the $700 I was being charged, management refused to correct the website price. I was also told that what I was paying was a “subscription” rather than rent, which I found very strange. For comparison, I eventually moved to another RV park. They charge $450 per month plus electric, exactly as advertised, and I received a clear receipt showing what I paid and what the deposit was for. My issue isn't simply that Camp Mi Casa charges $700. A business can charge whatever it wants. My problem is advertising one price and then charging a different price after the customer arrives, without a written agreement or clear itemized billing. I would strongly recommend getting the exact monthly price, all fees, and the terms in writing before committing to a stay at Camp Mi Casa. My experience was enough that I chose to take my business elsewhere.
Andy M.
LegendEagle Bluff - Twin Bridges — Grand Lake State Park
It's a good spot for the night.
Got a great spot.
- JJon L.
GuideRegatta On Grand
First Class Resort
Registration is totally online- you register, pay, and check in online. You will receive a text message the morning of your arrival day asking you to provide an ETA. You will be assigned a concierge who will meet you when you arrive and escort you to your site.
All the park and on-site restaurant staff we dealt with were very friendly and helpful. The entrance to the resort is directly off the main road and is easy to navigate for any size rig. The same inside the park; it's well-marked and easy to navigate.
We were assigned to pull-thru site number S-6. All sites had concrete pads, and they all appear to be fairly level. Power, Water, and Sewer were all conveniently located, and the power supply had no issues at all. We use a power management system, and all electrical parameters were spot on during our stay. Water pressure was very good, and the in-ground sewer connection was conveniently located. Bathrooms, showers, and a laundry area aren't available, although both restaurants on the property do have bathrooms for their customers.
Wi-Fi, Satellite, Cable, and OTA: there is no Wi-Fi in the park. We were able to get AT&T 5G with 4 bars. AT&T achieved 399 Mbps down and 10.6 Mbps up. Satellite reception should not be an issue at most sites, as you can move your dish around to an open area on your site. There are plenty of OTA stations available, and they all had great reception with clear HD pictures. Cable was not available.
Dog Park: They have a nice fenced-in park that is in great condition. The park has a covered bench, and they also provide doggie bags and a trash can.
Amenities: Lots of items are listed on their website, and you are only a few miles from area stores and restaurants. Summary: A great place for an overnight or an extended stay, even if they don't have the normal RV park amenities like showers, bathrooms, or a laundry area
Shaye D.GuideCrossroads RVs and Cabins
Deceitful
The website pictures have definitely been AI generated or edited. It looks nothing like the pics. The place is in disrepair. Bathroom/shower house was filthy. No office exist, pool is not usable, half the park is flooded from a “water break” that appears to have been ongoing for quite sometime. I can see attempts at “upgrades” but it looks like it was started quite some time ago and they ran out of fund. Sites ARE NOT EVEN CLOSE TO LEVEL. Camp host did greet us and was kind. Laundry facilities did work with credit card. Booking online is not accurate. You will not get the lot you choose because I was told “yeah the app ain’t right”. You will have to hunt down door codes for bathroom and laundry. I didn’t bother trying to get WiFi but no check in our out instructions were given. We slept well and it was quiet.
Damien E.TravelerWhispering Woods RV Park
RV Park for Indigo Sky Casino
Sites have water and electric, and a dumping station. Really nice showers and bathrooms. Don't have to gamble, and fairly cheap to stay with access to the hotel pool.
- DDennis K.Traveler
Downstream RV Park
Huge facility, well kept & clean.
Huge facility, well kept and clean. Affordable spacious sites, with 30/50 amp power with water. Separate dump station. A bit noisy with the nearby highway traffic, but our A/C drowned out the noise thru the night. Will stay again, if we ever come back through the area.
- LLori M.Guide
Oak Point Campground — Crawford State Park
Lots of sites!!!!
I got here on a Sunday in July and there are lots of open sites around me, which makes it a great place to camp. There are lots of folks enjoying the water and the deer and lightning bugs are out. Yay. Campground hosts are nice, bathhouses are clean, and there is ice and wood - of course I cannot understand why folks are sitting by a fire when it is 92 degrees and humid as hell, but whatever!
Tobin B.GuideBaxter Springs Riverside Park
Little Cabin Anywhere
There are two side to this campground on one side there are fees to stay on the other side free camping. Great for fishermen and woman. Lots of people were fishing during our stay. They fish all day and all night night if it isn't pouring the rain. Great view of the river. We went past the picknick tables and camp spots to the end of the road and stayed 2 nights. Caught a few fish and enjoyed watching the others fish too.
Guide to Carl Junction
Carl Junction, Missouri offers a range of RV camping options within 30 miles of the city limits. Located in the southwest corner of Missouri near the Kansas and Oklahoma borders, this area experiences four distinct seasons with hot summers and moderate winters. Most campgrounds in the region remain accessible year-round with varying levels of amenities depending on the property.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Zans Creekside RV Park provides access to Shoal Creek with good fishing spots. "Nice Shady spot overlooking the river. My spot was shaded by black walnut trees. With the sound of the river in the background. Totally relaxing," notes camper Carl E.
Casino entertainment: Downstream RV Park offers convenient access to casino gaming nearby. "Great spot for an overnight stay. It is a parking lot behind a casino but backs up to a beautiful pasture with pond. Stay is free with a membership card from casino," explains Sommer J.
Route 66 exploration: Camp Mi Casa on the Route RV Park serves as a base for exploring historic Route 66. "Near enough to town to enjoy the museum and pop in for lunch, far enough away to feel detached. There's also an old Drive in movie next door!" says Mychele B.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds prioritize clean restrooms and common areas. "The bathrooms were toasty warm and VERY clean. Lavatory hot water got warm quickly, plenty of soap and towels," notes Gregg L. about Big Red Barn RV Park.
Pet amenities: Several parks cater to four-legged campers. "We did find 2 outside stalls with toilets but not until the next morning so that helped. Overall it was a nice place to stop and sleep for the night," shares Justine S. about her stay at Zans Creekside RV Park.
Friendly service: Campground hosts receive consistent praise for their hospitality. "Pick a spot and sign in at the hotel registration counter. Code for the bath facilities will be provided at that time. Close to the casino and well landscaped," explains Luckybreak R. about Whispering Woods RV Park.
What you should know
Site conditions: Site quality varies between properties. "Sites are good size and can accommodate large rigs. Full hookups, nice common area.. easy access to launch ramps," reports John F. about Grand Lake O' the Cherokees RV Resort.
Road noise: Some campgrounds experience highway noise. "It is a bit noisy due to Main highway is not that far away but not overwhelming. Good water pressure and reliable electric," mentions Martin&Annette T. about their stay at Downstream RV Park.
Reservation systems: Booking policies differ between parks. "The online reservation page said this place was full with no availability. I called them and they said they did have some spots," shares Tamisha S. about Camp Mi Casa on the Route RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Pool access: Several parks offer swimming options for children. "The swimming pool is a little small but my kids love it! My 2 year old was able to learn to swim better in it," explains Tamisha S. about Camp Mi Casa.
Playground options: Beagle Bay RV Haven Campground provides activities for younger visitors. "They have everything you could want! Arcade, swimming pool, kids playground and a pond to fish," notes Austin H.
Group facilities: Some parks accommodate family gatherings. "This park has level, pull-through shaded lots and a quiet location. Our group used the rally barn for meetings, and their fire pit for the evening, which were bonus features," shares Jan S. about Big Red Barn RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Discount options: Look for membership savings when RV camping near Carl Junction, Missouri. "Passport America stop, 17.50 per night. Highway noice but didn't brother us at all," mentions Barbara S. about her stay at Downstream RV Park.
Hookup quality: Water pressure and electrical service reliability vary. "Sites are good size and can accommodate large rigs. Full hookups, nice common area.. easy access to launch ramps," reports John F. about Grand Lake O' the Cherokees RV Resort.
Parking logistics: Many parks accommodate different RV sizes. "This seems to be an acceptable spot to overnight on your way to or from Oklahoma City. Not great roads and very tight camping spots," notes Bill P. about Ballard's Campground.
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