Join the fun near Carthage. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Carthage is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Discover great camping spots near Carthage, reviewed by campers like you.
$32 - $68 / night
"We enjoyed a garden right outside our door. There was free wi-go and cable TV. There was a BBQ our first night which was so gracious and enjoyable after a long day of driving."
"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!"
"It was near the highway but oh so quiet. Checkout in the morning was easy and Mike at the office was so friendly. Excellent place to stay!!"
"Neighbors to our left had been here for a couple months and had a big dog that they didn’t clean up the poop very well and we about stepped in it many times."
"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! "
"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."
"They offer firewood to buy from them and propane as well if you run out on site and don’t want to drive anywhere. This is the best place we’ve stayed at yet!"
$20 - $40 / night
"Nice campground close to Joplin, MO. Friendly host, clean campsites, pet friendly."
"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. Friendly people."
$22 / night
"Water and a vault toilet are a short walk away. We enjoyed the campfire, stargazing and the sound of a nearby owl a lot. We only did an overnight stop but the kids wanted to stay longer."
"Highway noice but didn't brother us at all."
"It is a bit noisy due to Main highway is not that far away but not overwhelming. Good water pressure and reliable electric."
$25 / night
"Although it is a no frills campground it is across the street from a lengthy park with walking trails and a couple playgrounds as well as an active creek which advertises trout fishing on signs along the"
"We have 3 dogs and had plenty of walking trails for them. We would definitely stay here again."
GuideWe stayed here in our way back to MN, small campsite, but still nice. Theres a pond nearby and lots of walking paths around. This campground is located inside of a city park so there was a lot of people there. Cheap rates for one night, I think it was under $30 and had electric/hookups!
TravelerRarely used site ! Nice woods . Might want to bring a weed wacker .lol
ScoutIm From ohio that's were i stop to go out west the first time there google maps were wrong ! So I drove around the block and found it. There is NO locked gate nice little spot cows across the street after 12hrs riding good enough for me
ScoutNice spot got shady one. Easy walk to casino. WiFi good if you are closer
ScoutNext to busy highway and trains
TravelerThis posting looked good to us, and we put it in our itinerary for a boondock stop. When we got there we found a locked gate across the entrance to the conservation area!
We were tired from a long drive with a bunch of rain near the end, and we ended up just sleeping in the parking lot. it was actually comfortable and level enough, which is why I'm not giving this one star.
LegendWe spent a weekend in early May in campground 1 backing right up to one of the creeks. The sound of running water alone would have me back. Electric only and not very level site but loved it! Lots to do and see at the hatchery and play in the river. Hikes were overgrown but beautiful. Highly recommend!
GuideI stayed in the Echo Hollow section EH4. It finally got quiet at around 9 pm. With the recent rains that just came through, the flies were really bad. I didn't cook anything just so I didn't attract more flies. There were very few people here maybe because it is the beginning of May and not peak season. It was well kept. Water and electric worked and there was a fire ring that I did not use. There was also a picnic table at each site and trees around the area. Shower house was not close to me so I did not shower until I left in the morning. The toilet house had 2 stalls with no doors or curtains in front of the toilets.
ScoutThis is a city park with a mile walking loop, playgrounds, bathrooms, a couple spots with RV power hookups, and a dump station. The first night is free and then it's $20/night up to 7 nights in a thirty day window. It is right by the train tracks, but we were able to sleep through once we fell asleep.
When you cross the train tracks, turn right and the RV park is passed the aquatic center. There are about 7 spots, at least 3 with electric hookup. First come, first served and you call the number on the sign to register.
Camping near Carthage, Missouri, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled trip, there are several campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Carthage, Missouri, has something for everyone, from fishing and hiking to family-friendly activities. Just be sure to check the amenities and plan accordingly for a great experience!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Carthage, MO offers a wide range of camping options, with 106 campgrounds and RV parks near Carthage, MO and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Carthage, MO is Big Red Barn RV Park with a 5-star rating from 6 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Carthage, MO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 27 parks near Carthage, MO that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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