Top Tent Camping near Chula, MO

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Best Tent Sites Near Chula, MO (4)

    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Grove Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Grove Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Grove Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Grove Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Grove Campground

    1. Honey Grove Campground

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    Beautiful and quiet pastures surrounded by trees is where you and your family will make sweet memories this summer. Whether you like to fish, visit historical sites, star gaze, shop Amish goods in Jamesport, or just relax with friends and family, you will love your stay at Honey Grove Campground. We are located 5 minutes from the historic Adam-Ondi-Ahman and only 5 minutes from fishing and boating in The Grand River.

    Our bathroom features toilets, sinks, and hot showers. Three cabins (sleeping 4 each) look out over the wide open field to our historic brick silo. Each of these bunk houses include a picnic table and fire ring. Nine tent camp sites include shade, a picnic table and a fire ring for each site.

    Bring your own bedding, don't waste water, and leave the camp cleaner than you found it so that campers who follow you don't get stuck in a mess, but have a sweet vacation too. Welcome to our hive!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash

    $20 - $60 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Bonanza Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Bonanza Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Bonanza Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Bonanza Conservation Area

    2. Bonanza Conservation Area

    3 Reviews
    4 Photos
    29 Saves

    The Conservation Department created this area in 1968 with the purchase of 1,024 acres from several landowners. Later acquisitions of 924 acres have increased the area's current size. This conservation area was acquired in part through the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Pittman-Robertson funds are generated from a federal excise tax on sporting arms and ammunition. Because of its size and diversity of habitat, Bonanza Conservation Area is managed for a wide range of game and nongame wildlife species. The area's open fields are managed by farming, haying and controlled burning. Other habitat management includes tree, shrub and grass plantings and selective timber harvest. Native grasses have been planted and managed to improve nesting habitat and winter cover. A few streams run through the area; the largest of these are Shoal Creek and Crabapple Creek. Bonanza Conservation Area is a Quail Restoration Landscape. This means additional emphasis is placed upon managing the area for early successional species such as Bobwhite quail.

    Area closed to bicycle use (and horseback riding) during all portions of the firearms deer hunting season and spring turkey hunting seasons.

    On department areas where camping is allowed, camping is limited to a period of 14 consecutive days in any 30-day period. Personal property must be removed at the end of the 14-day period. Unless a special use permit is obtained, total camping days on all department areas are limited to a total of 30 days within one calendar year. Groups of more than 10 people must obtain a special use permit prior to camping. To obtain a special use permit, contact the area manager at the phone number listed for this area in the area details section. Quiet hours are in effect in camping areas from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily. Visitors who are not occupying a campsite are required to leave the campground by 10 p.m. On camping areas with established campsites, only two camping or sleeping units are permitted in each site.

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    • Equestrian
    Camper-submitted photo from Union Ridge Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Union Ridge Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Union Ridge Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Union Ridge Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Union Ridge Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Union Ridge Conservation Area

    3. Union Ridge Conservation Area

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    21 Saves

    Visit the Missouri Department of Conservation's website for more information.

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    Recent Tent Reviews In Chula

    112 Reviews of 4 Chula Campgrounds


    • Bobby B.
      Camper-submitted photo from Grand Trace State Forest
      Oct. 2, 2024

      Grand Trace State Forest

      Quiet Missouri Conservation Area

      In Amish country. About eight fire rings. Probably could park anywhere and camp regardless of rings. 2 OCT 24 and been here five days and saw only two other campers. One night and two night stays for them. Safe place although I am a manly man so I do not worry. Safe for females I mean. About 30 minutes to Bethany proper where civilization is. 3 bar Verizon reception.

    • GThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake Paho
      Aug. 28, 2024

      Lake Paho

      Sparsly Used Dark sky Campsite

      Very nice view of the lake, lots of campsites around the lake. Not many lights around and no big cities and a low horizon so it’s a good place to visit for a visual observation night with a telescope or binos. Only one other camper at my campsite when I visited, so it’s a good weekend retreat from the city life. This is a primitive campsite; there are two waterless bathrooms and 8 or so gravel spots at site B on the Eastern side of the lake.

    • Sammy P.
      Camper-submitted photo from Mussel Fork Conservation Area
      Aug. 22, 2024

      Mussel Fork Conservation Area

      Overnight stop

      Had a great stealth camping experience here. Road was gravelled all the way down and opened up to a big gravel lot. I could tell there were a few other paths I could take but the grass was a little overgrown and it was already dark out, so I just car camped in the gravel lot. Had no issues and didn’t see or hear anyone else!

    • DThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from A Country Charm RV Park
      Aug. 10, 2024

      A Country Charm RV Park

      A beautiful small little park

      Easy check in if you have made online reservations. Very well taken care of and clean. Great spot to visit the quilting stores here.

    • G
      Camper-submitted photo from Crooked River Conservation Area
      Jul. 18, 2024

      Crooked River Conservation Area

      Missouri Department of Conservation Area, free camping

      Free camping in designated camping area per MO Dept of Conservation rules. Pit toilets and mowed area for camping. Hunting, fishing and other outdoor activities inside the area.

    • Angie A.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express Lake Conservation Area
      Jul. 10, 2024

      Pony Express Lake Conservation Area

      A beautiful spot by the lake

      Beautiful spot by the lake. Be sure to turn left at first sign to find campsites. Was a little frustrating that a family seemed to have taken up permanent residence and was obnoxious with the generator. Trash was overflowing and could use a little more attention. Clean vault toilets with TP. It was really beautiful with the sunset.

    • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Bonanza Conservation Area
      Jul. 1, 2024

      Bonanza Conservation Area

      Parking lot camping only

      It is against their rules to camp anywhere but on a gravelly parking lot. We camped just off the road and got a citation. It's not really disbursed camping.

    • Anne R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Lincoln Lake RV Park
      Jun. 16, 2024

      Lincoln Lake RV Park

      Great overnight stop

      Beautiful spot on the lake. Clean campground, full hook-ups. Tent and RV friendly. Will stop here again!

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Wallace State Park
      Jun. 9, 2024

      Wallace State Park

      Small but beautiful.

      Small park with some very private sites and some very exposed sites. Nice showers and dump station.

    • David L.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express Lake Conservation Area
      May. 10, 2024

      Pony Express Lake Conservation Area

      A Small Free Drive-in Campground

      This free campground has a water tap and a pit toilet. There are at least three first come first served campsites that have a picnic table and a fire ring.

    • Tina T.
      Camper-submitted photo from Nine Eagles State Park
      Apr. 24, 2024

      Nine Eagles State Park

      Campsites

      Facilities are available and very convenient and comfortable. Nice lake to swim and fish. Absolutely beautiful park and really nice trails. Thanks, Tina

    • Bill F.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express Lake Conservation Area
      Apr. 15, 2024

      Pony Express Lake Conservation Area

      Great spot on the west side of the lake

      We drove by the east side campsite and it was packed. We ran into a local and he told us about a spot on the east side of the lake. An old boy scout camp. It wasn’t maintained but there was nobody there. Our dogs ran free and that was what we were looking for. We ran our generator at night because we had no neighbors. We were a mile from the lake so we drove around and had access to the lake.

    • A
      Camper-submitted photo from Honey Grove Campground
      Mar. 7, 2024

      Honey Grove Campground

      Greatest hot dog roast ever

      Had a big fire outside one of the cabins today! Great company, warm flames, and hot dogs makes for a wonderful night, but the stars and beautiful weather seriously enhanced it like none other! The campground really felt comfortable and my whole family really enjoyed our stay!

    • Betsy T.
      Camper-submitted photo from Pershing State Park
      Aug. 14, 2023

      Pershing State Park

      Busy but Nice

      You can reserve online or with an attendant on site! Spots are small but all shaded. A raccoon ended up tearing through our trash but that was the only negative here! Take the last spot on the loop for extra privacy and to be close to the restrooms.

    • M
      Camper-submitted photo from Wallace State Park
      May. 30, 2023

      Wallace State Park

      Very lovely little state park

      We got in late, so the automatic gates were closed, but we got lucky and someone else came out so we were able to get to our campsite. It was very quiet during the night and we woke up to a chorus of birds. The bathrooms are pristine- nicer than some restaurants or hotels I’ve been to. We stayed in campsite 2 and took the trail down to the lake. It was very small, but the water was clear and we saw no trash! We could see the fish in the water! Overall a very lovely stay- we will be back!!

    • Isabel M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express Lake Conservation Area
      Apr. 25, 2023

      Pony Express Lake Conservation Area

      East Campground is Beautiful

      Beautiful, peaceful, very quiet. Heard some coyotes at night and lots of birds in the morning. Bathroom was stocked and as clean as you’d expect. All the hunters we saw were on the west side of the conservation area, though there is a fishing area on the other side of the east campground loop. Some day use picnic areas as well, but in April our only neighbors were fellow campers. I imagine with more people it would be a bit cramped, but not so much so that I would turn away. I would absolutely camp here again. Good T-Mobile and Verizon service.

    • Dylan H.
      Camper-submitted photo from Quail Ridge RV Park
      Apr. 19, 2023

      Quail Ridge RV Park

      Clean, Conveniently Located, Level Park

      Park has underwent a full makeover. Electrical, plumbing, surfaces all have been updated. Level, full-hookup, pull-through sites. First come first serve basis, always sites available unless if a holiday or abnormally buys traffic.

    • r
      Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express RV
      Mar. 15, 2023

      Pony Express RV

      Pony Express RV Park

      This is a 12-month open RV Park. I live here full time. Most sites offer 30 and 50 Amp, Water and Sewer. WiFi has improved. The owner is on site daily and is very attentive.

    • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Papa's Alpacas Campsites
      Jan. 12, 2023

      Papa's Alpacas Campsites

      Meet alpacas, goats and donkeys!

      Ashley here with The Dyrt. We're excited to welcome this partner to our platform. Randy is your host, and would love to take you on a tour on his farm. There are 4 sites in total, all with stunning 360  rolling hill views. A shared toilet and shower are available! Check them out and post some pictures here. Happy Camping!

    • Marla A.
      Camper-submitted photo from Eagle Ridge RV Park
      Oct. 20, 2022

      Eagle Ridge RV Park

      Great Stay

      Two hour notice! Super nice hosts and very helpful getting us settled in our spot. Very nice and neat Campground! We will definitely be back!

    • K
      Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Hills State Park
      Sep. 5, 2022

      Thousand Hills State Park

      Very clean and well kept

      I stayed one night for an activity at the state park the following day. The shower houses had individual, private, large, and very clean facilities. It was not crowded at all. Campground #2 was the smaller of the two campgrounds. The spots seemed more fitting for RV’s vs tent but there were a couple of tents. I slept in my van so it wasn’t an issue for me. I may reconsider visiting this park for tent camping.

    • r
      Camper-submitted photo from Crowder State Park
      Aug. 25, 2022

      Crowder State Park

      Nice park and campground

      Very nice area. The camping spots are relatively level and are mainly concrete or asphalt. The park hosts are friendly and helpful. The bathrooms and showers are very very clean. Even the vault bathroom next to our site wasn’t that nasty.

    • Sean & Holly H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Eagle Ridge RV Park
      Aug. 1, 2022

      Eagle Ridge RV Park

      Perfect get away off the 35

      Small campground with available spot with 2 days notice. Peaceful sites. Grounds very well kept. Full hookups and friendly staff. One of the best experiences on a site close to the 35, but far enough away you wouldn't know it. Good wifi. If you're looking for a beautiful park, this is it!

    • Deb M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Crowder State Park
      Jul. 25, 2022

      Crowder State Park

      Nice, but some pretty small sites

      This worked great as an overnight stop on our way to MN. We were there midweek during the off-season, so our nice pull-thru site was fine. Some sites were small and open. Bathrooms were closed for the season, but the building looked pretty new.

    • Lloyd W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Bonanza Conservation Area
      Jul. 17, 2022

      Bonanza Conservation Area

      Awesome free camping in Northern Missouri

      Used to stay here as a kid during deer season, recently came back to it to explore some more. Multiple campsites available along the highway, but the marked site is one of the best, right by a great fishing lake. Very quite, no amenities.



    Guide to Chula

    Camping near Chula, Missouri, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and cozy campgrounds. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family getaway, there are plenty of options to explore.

    What to do:

    • Fishing and Hiking: Many campgrounds, like Crowder State Park Campground, provide great fishing spots and hiking trails. One visitor mentioned, "The park hosts are friendly and helpful. The bathrooms and showers are very very clean," making it a pleasant place to spend time outdoors.
    • Enjoying Nature: At Pershing State Park Campground, you can take in the beauty of the oak and hickory forest. A reviewer noted, "The pileated and red-headed woodpeckers are in abundance," highlighting the area's rich wildlife.
    • Exploring Local Attractions: If you're into quilting, A Country Charm RV Park is close to several quilting stores. One camper said, "Great spot to visit the quilting stores here," making it a unique stop for craft enthusiasts.

    What campers like:

    • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Crowder State Park Campground remarked, "Even the vault bathroom next to our site wasn’t that nasty," which speaks to the cleanliness of the facilities.
    • Friendly Hosts: Many campgrounds have helpful staff. One reviewer at Pershing State Park Campground mentioned, "The campground hosts, Dan and his wife, have been nothing but helpful and kind."
    • Shaded Campsites: Campers enjoy shaded spots for a more comfortable experience. A review for A Country Charm RV Park noted, "Level sites. Good hook-up access," which adds to the overall comfort.

    What you should know:

    • Size of Campgrounds: Some parks, like Wallace State Park Campground, are small but offer privacy. A camper shared, "Small park with some very private sites and some very exposed sites."
    • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A visitor at A Country Charm RV Park advised, "Make reservation," to ensure you have a spot.
    • Wildlife Encounters: Be prepared for wildlife, especially raccoons. One camper at Pershing State Park Campground warned, "A raccoon ended up tearing through our trash but that was the only negative here!"

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Choose Family-Friendly Parks: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities. Van Meter State Park Campground has a nice playground, making it great for kids. A reviewer said, "The campground is right by a marsh and it is REALLY buggy," so bring bug spray!
    • Plan for Activities: Many parks offer trails and fishing spots. A camper at Thousand Hills State Park Campground mentioned, "There are several different trails you can hike or bike," which is perfect for family adventures.
    • Pack Essentials: Make sure to bring everything you need, as some parks may not have stores nearby. A visitor at Nine Eagles State Park Campground noted, "No store, no wood so get what you need before you get here."

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check Hookup Availability: Ensure your chosen campground has the right hookups for your RV. A reviewer at A Country Charm RV Park mentioned, "Very clean restrooms. Level on gravel sites."
    • Look for Quiet Spots: Some campgrounds are quieter than others. A camper at Crowder State Park Campground shared, "This worked great as an overnight stop on our way to MN," indicating it’s a good place for a peaceful night.
    • Be Mindful of Space: Some sites can be small, so check the dimensions before booking. A visitor at Thousand Hills State Park Campground noted, "The spots seemed more fitting for RVs vs tent but there were a couple of tents."

    Camping near Chula, Missouri, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Chula, MO?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Chula, MO is Honey Grove Campground with a 5-star rating from 1 review.

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