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This is my favorite campground ever. Views are amazing. If it had full hookup we would have stayed longer
Camping near Chestnutridge, MO
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Camping near Chestnutridge, Missouri encompasses a range of options along the scenic Table Rock Lake and Ozark Mountain region. The area features established campgrounds like Table Rock State Park, which provides year-round camping with tent sites, RV spaces, and yurt accommodations approximately 15 minutes from Branson. America's Best Campground and Branson Lakeside RV Park offer additional developed camping experiences with full hookups for those seeking more amenities. Mark Twain National Forest provides more primitive camping opportunities within driving distance, with dispersed sites available for visitors seeking a more secluded experience. As one camper noted, "Table Rock State Park has heated, relatively clean and well-stocked restrooms, drinking fountains, and water spigots, with sites that are clean and cleared of brush."
Most campgrounds in the Chestnutridge area remain open year-round, though some Corps of Engineers sites like Mill Creek operate seasonally from April through October. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-95°F, while winter can bring freezing temperatures, with lake winds sometimes causing overnight temperatures to drop lower than forecasted. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during peak summer months and holiday weekends when facilities fill quickly. Cell service is generally reliable at developed campgrounds near Branson, with most offering WiFi access. Fire restrictions may apply during dry periods, particularly in late summer and early fall.
The camping experience varies significantly between locations. Lakeside campgrounds provide water recreation opportunities with boat ramps, swimming areas, and fishing access. Many campgrounds near Branson offer shuttle services to entertainment venues. Family-friendly amenities include playgrounds, hiking trails, and organized activities at some locations. According to visitors, "Campgrounds near Table Rock Lake can experience fluctuating water levels that occasionally affect beach areas and marina access." Big rig owners should research specific sites carefully, as some campgrounds have limited space for larger vehicles, while others like America's Best Campground specifically accommodate oversized RVs with pull-through sites and 50-amp service.
Best Campgrounds near Chestnutridge (194)
1. Table Rock State Park Campground
"The campsite was large with an asphalt path and a nice spot for my tent. First weekend in May and the park was pretty much full. My campsite close to the facilities."
"Nice campground with a paved walking/cycling trail from boat docks to the dam. Nice showers, fairly level campsites. Fishing within walking distance."
from $16 - $159 / night
Check Availability2. America's Best Campground
"ABC is just on the edge of Branson, but still within a few minutes of the Strip and all the town's locations. "
"Close to all Branson attractions."
from $59 - $64 / night
Check Availability3. Branson Lakeside RV Park
"Lakeside RV is located on Lake Taneycomo and just steps away from Branson Landing, which is a shopping and entertainment area."
"FHU, locked Shower House(very clean), good wi-if, cable tv, walking distance to lake Taneycomo, nice fishing for Rainbow Trout, close to Downtown Branson and The landing shopping center."
from $55 - $99 / night
Check Availability4. Cobb Ridge
"The trails are also maintained. I would not recommend hiking on these trails as ATVs and Bikes go fast on the trails and unless a hiker can hear the off roader coming they may get hurt."
"It is an off-roading park so be aware of the noise."
from $15 - $75 / night
Check Availability5. Busiek
"Busiek isn't to far of the beaten path. It has several trails and camping sites. There is plenty of wildlife available for viewing."
"Absolutely beautiful hiking trails and amazing off grid camping for family. Just make sure to bring the bug spray and tikis bc there are tons of bugs."
6. Mill Creek (missouri)
"Every site has an amazing view of Table Rock Lake and MOST sites are literally on the water. We walked (10 steps) down to the water every day and swam right behind our site."
"Some of these sites do have stairs and that could be a problem in some cases, and I definitely advise to be careful on these when it is wet outside as they can become very slick quickly(trust me on this"
from $25 - $50 / night
Check Availability7. Indian Point
"CLICK HERE](https://www.branson.com) for Info on Branson
For those looking for a campground near Branson which offers access to top attractions as well as Table Rock Lake, Indian Point is worth a"
"This campground is located near Branson and is a great base camp area. The campground is mostly shaded and close to the waters of Table Rock Lake."
from $16 - $50 / night
Check Availability8. Tall Pines Campground
"You almost expect to see some of the characters roaming around doing their daily tasks such as cutting wood or creating amazing crafts. "
"This was a surprisingly nice campground for being situated right in Branson, MO and operated by Silver Dollar City, whose primary business is the theme park."
from $24 - $215 / night
Check Availability9. Hootentown Canoe Rental & Campground
"Our spot had electricity and was all by itself tucked in the back corner which was perfect! We were a cpl min away from the River which made for a beautiful walk!"
"The RV sites are a little small and close to each other, and you can tell some people are long time campers."
from $12 - $25 / night
Check Availability10. Cooper Creek Resort
"Tucked back on Lake Taneycomo. Love this campground."
"Location is easy to find. Love being next to the water! Heard there is a dog park coming this summer."
from $38 - $53 / night
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Drive Time
- 28 min from Springfield, MO
- 1 hr 26 min from Joplin, MO
- 1 hr 50 min from Fayetteville, AR
- 2 hrs 35 min from Fort Smith, AR
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Recent Reviews near Chestnutridge, MO
838 Reviews of 194 Chestnutridge Campgrounds
- KKelly K.
ScoutSpringfield - Route 66 KOA
Easy (but noisy) campspot for a long day of traveling
We are on a cross country road trip in our camper van, and we are finding KOA’s to be an easy way to drive long hours, and have a safe and reliable place to sleep at night. We make the reservations on the road, our site info is ready when we arrive after hours. The bathrooms at the KOA Holidays have been so nice, and clean. This particular KOA was very noisy. Trains passed close by all night, horns and all. Bugs were loud. We were also woken up by staff mowing the lawn and weed wacking before 8am. We were making coffee and breakfast on our table, when the mowers came right into our spot. Noise is probably less of an issue in an RV, but in a van with screens, or in a tent it will be a noisy night.
Kimberly P.GuideTable Rock State Park Campground
Table Rock is too big for one visit
We loved visiting Table Rock Park. We will definitely be back! We stayed at campsite 1, spot 103, a 30 AMP electric site. It was $28 a day with an online fee and tax, put us at about $120 for 4 nights. Definitely worth it and will pay when we come back. Our campsite was in the sun most of the day and that kind of sucked, it was really hot around camp. Our site had a trail right behind it and that led down to a little rock shelf on the lake that was perfect for swimming! We fished there a little and saw some fish and had a few nibbles but didnt catch anything. We went to that spot almost every day we were there. Clean bathrooms, mostly clean showers, and trying out the laundry room tomorrow. Probably one of the nicer campgrounds we've stayed at. It was too hot to hike and the marina was booked on the paddle boats we wanted to rent so we're gonna come back bc this campground is open year round!
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finch H.
TravelerMill Creek (missouri)
Gorgeous and affordable park!
The park has nicely arranged sites with good space between them. Paved pads with concrete pads for metal picnic tables and fire rings with grill, the rest of the site is natural. All sites at least have a nice view of the lake if they are not directly on the lake. Very nice views! They have a great well maintained beach area as well as a playground and shelter area with tables. Highly recommend!
- MMary C.Traveler
Roaring River State Park Campground
Very nice
Large spots in Campground 1 with a lot of shade. Campground 2 and 3 are a little closer together. Very clean and quiet. Showers could use a little up dating. It has hiking trails and roads to bike on. Plus the huge spring that creates the Roaring River and a large fish hatchery. Fish for trout.
- Tammy S.Guide
COE Table Rock Lake Old Highway 86 Park
Favorite site so far
Wow. This was the most spectacular site we have ever had. Perfect little patio. Watched the Branson Belle float by. So sad we only booked one night. Cannot wait to return
- Tammy S.Guide
The Embers Glamping and RV Resort
Loved it
Hosts were very accommodating. Site was lovely. Coffee shop was great. We did get a pizza one night, delicious. My only “complaint” We selected a site by the dog park on the map, but there is not a dog park.
Janet K.ScoutThe Hitching Post RV Park & Tiny Home Village
Has potential but needs owner attention
You can tell this property had potential; the owners have put a lot of $$ into installing sites w/electricity/gravel & a new bathhouse. But checking in was sketchy when “the office” is an unidentified building with a handwritten poster board, “Knock before entering.” I had to text before a young lady came out to show us to our site. The listing says all sites have water & trash. Not accurate. None in our site & water pumps at top of the hill were turned off. The only water avail was at the bathhouse….100 yards from our site. NO TRASH RECEPTACLES OF ANY KIND any where except a dumpster at the top of the hill at the office entrance. Individual toilet rooms w/showers were nice enough, but only 1 had toilet paper! Plus, the campground has long-term campers. We had no problems with that, but this is not a polished property; fairly primitive in overall experience … but with potential. Rather than post a public review which WOULD affect future customers, I sent a detailed text to the owner (?) with feedback & details that are easily fixable. I said I did not want to post a public negative review. It’s been almost 2 weeks now, & I received no response or acknowledgment. Perhaps the young lady who was on-site never gave the feedback to the owners who were “out of state”..???… I don’t know. But when customers attempt to provide actual info privately rather than on public blast, that’s a good thing. Oh well; I tried. Overall, this is “a place to stay.” And $35/nite w/elec is equitable. But don’t go to Hitching Post & expect what it’s not. I’m actually only disappointed the “owners”(?)may not have seen actual feedback that would help the campground.
- CChris D.Scout
Wanderlust RV Park
Great Place to Stay!
Excellent Campground! I haven’t stayed at many in Eureka Springs but I can’t imagine it gets better than this one. Plenty of room for the big big rigs, super clean bathrooms, clean pool, excellent WiFi, new laundry equipment, it was just an amazingly clean and friendly place. I’ll be back soon to run the motorcycle trails.
Guide to Chestnutridge
Camping spots near Chestnutridge, Missouri center around Table Rock Lake's shoreline, where temperatures can drop unexpectedly at night due to lake winds. The region sits at approximately 1,150 feet elevation in the Ozark Mountains, with surrounding forests providing natural shade at many established sites. Primitive camping options typically require advance permits obtained in-person from local conservation offices.
What to Do
Fishing access: Mill Creek Campground provides excellent lake access with a well-maintained boat ramp. "The marina is well stocked, great lake for fishing, relaxing or just cruising in the canoe," notes Kent B., highlighting the variety of water activities available directly from camp.
Hiking options: Busiek offers multiple trail systems across varying terrain levels. "Decent place to shoot and walk the pupps," according to Dany H., while Josh S. adds, "The trails and the river make for some great scenery. Be wary of the water level, this can impact any hiking you might be looking to do."
Water recreation: Float trips on the James River provide cooling summer adventure at Hootentown Campground, located 45 minutes from Chestnutridge. "River is excellent floating. Great campground along river bank. 3 spots to putin upstream quick easy shuttle by float service business with lots of canoes an kayaks to rent," reports Steve A.
What Campers Like
RV site quality: Campers at America's Best Campground appreciate the well-maintained grounds. "The campground is clean and the staff was very helpful with any questions. Shower rooms were spotless and nice," shares Steve S., while James R. notes it's a "nice place for big rig. RV spots are able to accommodate a 44 foot coach. Gravel parking and level."
Privacy levels: Site spacing varies significantly between campgrounds. At Cobb Ridge, N I. observes, "Sites are very large and spaced out well. Some pull thrus. Picnic table, fire ring, toilets, showers, water, trash." This contrasts with more densely packed commercial campgrounds closer to Branson attractions.
Weather considerations: The area often experiences fog and humidity, especially near water. At Cooper Creek Resort, Crystal C. reports, "In the mornings you often will find someone enjoying their coffee as they watch the fog roll across the waters, a picturesque view that is well worth a visit."
What You Should Know
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds fill quickly, especially waterfront sites. Sue M. from Mill Creek notes, "It can be hard to get in, but worth the effort!!!" For sites like Busiek, Anthony S. explains, "Camping is by permit only, and permits can not be obtained online or by phone, you have to go in person to the Missouri department of conservation office."
Seasonal operations: While some private campgrounds operate year-round, many public sites have limited seasons. Branson Lakeside RV Park operates throughout the year despite some online listings showing seasonal closures. William P. clarifies, "Not sure why the notice says 'closed for the season' on the Dyrt's website, because we're staying in the park and it's about 3/4 full."
Terrain challenges: Many campgrounds in the area feature rocky or uneven terrain. At Hootentown, Christiana T. cautions, "If it's been raining a lot it does tend to get muddy, we don't have 4WD and got stuck. The exit to get out is a hill with gravel so again not having 4WD that was a little tricky."
Tips for Camping with Families
Swimming options: Indian Point offers dedicated swimming areas. Natalie C. reports, "The swim beach is nice and has picnic tables for use. We kayaked around the cove while others swam. No alcohol or pets allowed in the beach area which I appreciated. Family friendly!"
Entertainment access: Several campgrounds provide shuttle service to local attractions. At Tall Pines Campground, Deb L. shares, "We chose this campground due to the shuttle that ran from the campground to Silver Dollar City. It has a nice little playground that the kids enjoyed."
Tent site selection: For tent campers with children, be aware that sites vary widely. At Cooper Creek Resort, Crystal C. notes, "Tents must set up on gravel and this can be uncomfortable and post the problem of anchoring. I myself laid down several blankets before getting comfortable."
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: Many campgrounds pack RVs tightly together. At Branson Lakeside RV Park, William P. observes, "There are a large variety of spots available, from shorter back-in spots to 90' premium pull-thrus with fire pits," but others note spacing constraints when fully booked.
Utility connections: Power reliability can vary between campgrounds. America's Best Campground receives consistent positive reviews for their hookups, with Travis M. noting simply, "Wonderful spot. A little tight on spaces but still great to be!"
Storm safety: Some campgrounds offer specific severe weather protections. At Cooper Creek Resort, Crystal C. highlights, "The thing that really struck me as a huge and unique offering was the storm shelter. The shelter is marked clearly on the map and explained when you check in and it is something I have never seen at any other park."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Chestnutridge, MO?
What camping is available near Chestnutridge, MO?
According to TheDyrt.com, Chestnutridge, MO offers a wide range of camping options, with 194 campgrounds and RV parks near Chestnutridge, MO and 9 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Chestnutridge, MO?
Which is the most popular campground near Chestnutridge, MO?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Chestnutridge, MO is Table Rock State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 58 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Chestnutridge, MO?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Chestnutridge, MO?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 free dispersed camping spots near Chestnutridge, MO.
What parks are near Chestnutridge, MO?
What parks are near Chestnutridge, MO?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 24 parks near Chestnutridge, MO that allow camping, notably Table Rock Lake and Greeson Lake.
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