Cabin accommodations near Cherryville, Missouri provide overnight shelter along the Meramec, Huzzah, and Courtois waterways. These woodland cabins range from basic structures to fully furnished units with modern conveniences. Most properties are open from April through October when water conditions are favorable for river activities, though some locations offer year-round access with seasonal pricing variations.
What to Do
Float trips: Garrison Canoe Rental and Campground offers rentals for river excursions. "We rented the new tubes they carry. They were very comfortable with back support and pillow when you're leaning back. 20 bucks for a 4 hour float, ya can't beat it!" according to Richard C.
Ropes course activities: At Ozark Outdoors-Riverfront Resort, adventurous campers can test their climbing skills. "My family also enjoy the Floating Trees ropes course. It was supposed to be about 2 hours but the instructors let them go an extra 45 minutes without anyone feeling rushed," reports Joy F.
Cave exploration: The area features significant cave systems within driving distance of most cabin properties. "Do the cave tour it's really cool!" notes Kelly M. about Meramec Caverns Natural Campground. Multiple guided tour options exist at different price points, with most lasting 60-90 minutes.
River swimming: Natural swimming holes form along the Meramec riverbed, creating family-friendly water play areas. "The family beach was really nice" according to Megan L., though she notes dogs occasionally wander through these areas.
What Campers Like
Riverside sites: Many cabins sit within walking distance to water access points. At Huzzah Valley Resort, "Great access to river. Stayed on the family side and had a great time. Staff super helpful and upbeat, everyone looked like they ACTUALLY wanted to be there," writes Matt.
Proximity to trails: Cabins near wooded hiking paths offer morning exploration options. "The hiking is great and our camp sites were always clean and good looking," says Amy E. about the trails at Meramec State Park Campground.
Camp store convenience: Most cabin properties maintain well-stocked stores for forgotten essentials. "The general store has most everything you need, its quiet, family friendly and well maintained," writes Kristen about Blue Spring Ranch.
Entertainment options: Some properties schedule activities for guests. "They have fun themed weekends! 4th of July and Halloween are our favorites," says Erin G. about Blue Spring Ranch, noting the property offers "a ton of really cool stuff to do."
What You Should Know
Shower facilities: Many cabin properties charge for shower usage. "Bathhouse is close by maybe a 100 yard walk. Pretty clean and maintained. $0.50 cents for 5 min on showers," notes Rick K. about Bass' River Resort.
Connectivity limitations: Cell service remains inconsistent throughout the region. "The cell phone service is virtually non-existent. We had planned to work from here and had to cut our visit short," reports Mats about Meramec State Park Campground. Some properties offer limited WiFi near main buildings.
Reservation requirements: Advance booking becomes essential during summer months, particularly for weekend stays. "We average 3-4 trips a year here! We love it and the 5 mile float is the perfect amount of time on the river!" shares Erin G. about their regular trips to Blue Spring Ranch.
Site layout variations: Cabin spacing differs significantly between properties and site types. "Our campsite was so narrow you could touch the other RV from under your awning. Our firepit was next to their sewer line," reports Megan L., highlighting the importance of researching specific site dimensions before booking.
Tips for Camping with Families
Cabin selection strategy: Choose sites away from party areas during peak season. "They have a family side and a late night side. Lots of updates in the last 15 years," notes Jess Z. about Ozark Outdoors-Riverfront Resort.
River accessibility: Consider distance from cabin to water when traveling with small children. At Indian Springs Resort and Campground, "There's even so-so wifi at the store" and "a large sandy beach with natural swimming holes, plus a seasonal pool," according to Taryn S., making it easier to keep kids entertained.
Activity planning: Look for properties offering organized events. "They also had neat programs going on while we were there including a smores contest and adult scavenger hunt," shares Charlotte B. about Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park.
Supervised water access: Shallow play areas provide safer options for younger children. "They have a zip line but I have not experienced that. Multiple bath houses, as clean as you expect a campground bath house to be," notes Jennifer G., adding "Rock beach for wading and swimming."
Tips from RVers
Leveling considerations: Many cabin areas feature uneven terrain. "The campsite was so unlevel my 1 year old couldn't even stand outside the camper without falling," reports Megan L. about one property, highlighting the importance of checking site grading before arrival.
Buddy site options: Some properties offer specialized configurations for group trips. "We enjoyed the buddy sites so that our front doors faced our friends and the hookups were on the outside of each campsite," shares Joy F. about Ozark Outdoors-Riverfront Resort, noting "They also had group buddy sites that allowed four rigs to all front doors to face each other all being pull through sites."
Seasonal accessibility: Spring rain can affect road conditions to cabin areas. "We booked a RV trip here with another family. We were able to reserve side by side and had a great time," says Kristen about her experience at Blue Spring Ranch, though noting seasonal considerations.
