Best Glamping near Clarksville, MO

Cuivre River State Park Campground and Yogi Bears Jellystone Park at Pine Lakes house premium glamping accommodations within driving distance of Clarksville, Missouri. These upscale outdoor retreats feature climate-controlled canvas structures with real beds, electricity, and private outdoor spaces. According to a camper, "Great for a family with kids of all ages. The activities are not all day, so plan on some campside entertainment before 10am and after 6pm." Jellystone Park's glamping options include furnished units with nearby water recreation at their lake and swimming pool. St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park also offers glamping structures with modern comforts like electricity, comfortable sleeping arrangements, and convenient access to restroom facilities. These locations maintain proximity to water features while providing the comfort of real furniture, heating, and protection from insects.

The lake-adjacent glamping sites provide convenient access to water recreation, hiking trails, and wildlife observation opportunities. Cuivre River State Park's glamping units sit near multiple trail systems with views of Lincoln Lake for kayaking enthusiasts. One visitor noted, "Campground is beautiful and very woodsy. We saw bunnies hopping around and when we first arrived to our site a deer was grazing nearby, such a bonus!" Most glamping resorts in the region operate seasonally, with peak availability from April through October. The Great River Road Campground operates from April to October, while Jellystone Park runs from April 20 to November 15. Guests at these luxury camping pods can explore nearby historic sites along the Mississippi River, participate in organized campground activities, or simply relax in comfort while enjoying the natural surroundings.

Best Glamping Sites Near Clarksville, Missouri (12)

    1. Cuivre River State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Troy, MO
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 528-7247

    $15 - $38 / night

    "Given that we had to set up in/right after a rain, our tarp was sitting in grass and mud. I never knew how much I appreciated a designated gravel tent pad until then."

    "This campground was a little tricky to find after dark, but was able to show up and set up camp at 9pm. Tons of available spaces in late September."

    2. Great River Road Campground

    1 Review
    Clarksville, MO
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 734-2113

    3. Yogi Bears Jellystone Park at Pine Lakes

    5 Reviews
    Pittsfield, IL
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 285-6719

    "The activities are not all day, so plan on some campside entertainment before 10am and after 6pm. Lake blow ups are included in price, but you must have a life vest. Bring your own to save money."

    4. Pere Marquette State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Brussels, IL
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 786-3323

    $10 - $20 / night

    "Larger sites but no pull through sites. 2 Handicapped sites next to the restrooms/showers. Electric only in the RV sites, but water available to fill your tanks. Dump station in the park also."

    "Pere Marquette Campground is a little gym, just past Grafton, Missouri. It is located in the Great River Road, and within 10 minutes to restaurants and bars."

    5. St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park

    26 Reviews
    St. Charles, MO
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 387-5253

    $35 - $60 / night

    "The nicest spots are the ones by the lake, with only one neighbor and a better view of the lake. The staff are kind and helpful. Water and electric worked fine."

    "I've been to 370 Lakeside Park many times to walk around the huge lake and to hear concerts in the summer, but I had never camped there. Still haven't. I'll explain."

    6. Lazy Day Campground

    34 Reviews
    New Florence, MO
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 564-2949

    $40 - $55 / night

    "Great staff, wonderful level sites. Bathroom on site. Pool during season. Partially shaded. Dog walk area. Pet friendly."

    "Walking paths, dog walk area, fire pits, bathhouse. I would visit again."

    7. Daniel Boone Conservation Area

    10 Reviews
    Hermann, MO
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 441-4554

    "The primitive tent sites are spread out along the main road through the conservation area, which means that in the daytime you will get road noise and dust, but its pretty quiet at night."

    "There's some stocked ponds to fish in and trails to explore. We rode the Katy Trail which is only 3.5 miles down the hill from here."

    8. Jonesburg Gardens Campground

    4 Reviews
    New Florence, MO
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 488-5630

    "Great place to go right off the highway"

    9. Mark Twain Lake Jellystone Park and The Water Zone

    4 Reviews
    Mark Twain Lake, MO
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 735-9422

    $20 - $299 / night

    "Great family location and for expanding children's knowledge"

    10. Coyote — Mark Twain State Park

    5 Reviews
    Stoutsville, MO
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 248-9980

    $14 - $27 / night

    "Super close to hiking trails and the shower house was clean. Mostly non RV people here which made it a bit quieter."

    "It’s quiet and secluded. Very clean and beautiful."

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  • S
    Apr. 19, 2024

    St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park

    Good now, and will be really nice when the trees get bigger

    Stayed here most of the several weeks we needed to be in St. Louis for family matters. Definitely our favorite place in the area. The grounds are clean and pleasant, if a bit sparse with little shade. This will change over the subsequent years, however, as there are many relatively newly planted trees. The nicest spots are the ones by the lake, with only one neighbor and a better view of the lake. The staff are kind and helpful. Water and electric worked fine. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. Trash and recycling receptacles are huge and convenient. My only complaint is the poorly thought out sink situation in the bathrooms which make it impossible to wash in a sanitary way as you must hold the tap to keep the water flowing and there are no paper towels to that with, only hand dryers. There is boating and archery on site, a dog run, and a small playground.

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 1, 2020

    St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park

    RV delight

    I wanted to escape the house and go camping while on the work from home order (Covid-19 happening at the time of this review), so I headed to a very local park and campground to pitch my tent. I've been to 370 Lakeside Park many times to walk around the huge lake and to hear concerts in the summer, but I had never camped there. Still haven't. I'll explain. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, they were not so keen on having tent campers. But they were very nice and gave me the general lowdown on this "in the city" campground. Since they opened the campground, most of their campers have been RV owners, and so it is really designed for the RV camper. There is a small primitive section for group tent camping, but the majority of the sites are full hookups for RVs. Some sites are pull through and some are back in. All have picnic tables and fire pits. The park has planted some trees, but they are really just saplings, so there is no shade yet. There is a nice bathhouse with free showers for the campers and pay laundry. If you are lucky, you can get a site close to the water, but it means the walking trail is right next to your unit. Trade offs, I suppose. One couple I talked to was camping long term (I think they are permanent RV'ers) and they got a free membership to the St Peter's RecPlex recreation center with their long term spot (they said something about having to book a least a month out to get this perk). One of the downsides to this location is that it is prone to flooding. It was out of commission for most of the summer of 2019 as the entire area was flooded. But the City of St Peters did a great job getting this place back to usable with new sod, a new bathhouse, and some general sprucing up. The lake is great to walk around, about a 3 mile walk or bike on a paved trail. You can see all kinds of wildlife in and around the lake- deer, bald eagles, pelicans, ducks, snakes. In the summers they have live music in the large pavilion, and you can rent kayaks and other small boats to take out on the lake as well as bikes to ride around on. The office told me that they have 24 hour on site security also. If I really wanted to tent camp, I could rent a section of the group camping area, but $30 seemed pricey for just me, and it was very soggy to boot. Or I  could rent an RV spot, but $45 was silly when I don' t need hookups.

  • J
    May. 22, 2022

    Hickory Ridge Campground

    Nice Campground, Convenient Location

    We stayed only one night here while passing through. Campground’s new owner is very kind and friendly. He escorted us to our site which was tucked away under some nice trees.

    Though campground is close to interstate, noise was minimal (I think because of the trees).

    Pretty flowers throughout campground. Bathrooms with a shower and laundry room. Salt water pool, nice grassy area. Some sites had fire pits and picnic tables but not all.

    Would definitely stay here again.

  • Jeremy G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 20, 2023

    Lazy Day Campground

    Wonderful level sites

    Great staff, wonderful level sites. Bathroom on site. Pool during season. Partially shaded. Dog walk area. Pet friendly.

  • David E.
    Apr. 26, 2021

    St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park

    Nice well maintained campground.

    We stayed 2 weekend nights in April. It rained one night so the fire pits were full of water but overall the rain didn’t cause any issues. Paved streets but gravel campsites. Nice and level. All hookups were conveniently located. Shower house and restrooms were clean and well maintained/cleaned every day. Had a lakefront site but didn’t get to fish this time. Will be back for sure because it’s close to home. Very nice and large pavilion. Playground for kids. Sand volleyball courts. Nice biking/walking path around lake that’s about 5 miles. Check-in was fast and convenient.

  • Hannah W.
    Jul. 15, 2021

    Cuivre River State Park Campground

    Beautiful campground and warm showers

    The campsites and grounds are well-maintained. However, the campsites did not have designated gravel tent pads. Given that we had to set up in/right after a rain, our tarp was sitting in grass and mud. I never knew how much I appreciated a designated gravel tent pad until then. Having never camped here, we had reserved site 25 and had the whole loop to ourselves (it was a Monday night, though). Our site, though, was the smallest in the loop, tucked away in the weeds, and the only area to pitch our tent was on a slight slope. After walking the loop, I noticed that sites 26 and 29, offered more room and were better maintained. We probably could’ve changed sites had we not arrived so late and in the rain.

    Firewood is available for $5. We saw a nice playground at the entrance. There were plenty of showers (water was nice and hot!) and flush toilets in the bathhouse. The bathhouse could use some TLC, but the warm water made up for it. There are laundry facilities, though we didn’t use them.

  • Scott T.
    Jun. 12, 2018

    Pere Marquette State Park Campground

    Quiet, mature trees, open space

    Larger sites but no pull through sites. 2 Handicapped sites next to the restrooms/showers. Electric only in the RV sites, but water available to fill your tanks. Dump station in the park also.

    Campground has a Host on site 1 to register, or you can go to the visitors center ( around the corner) if you need to pay with plastic.

    $20. Per day for RV sites, $10. Per day for tent (no electric) sites. We also have 2 Cabins (basic w/beds & electric) at $45. Per day.

  • Jeremy G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2023

    Lazy Day Campground

    Super clean and convenient

    Excellent grounds. Very very clean and well kept. Hosts/owners are extremely responsive and helpful. Sights have some trees. Walking paths, dog walk area, fire pits, bathhouse. I would visit again.

  • Jon B.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 4, 2023

    Lazy Day Campground

    Very Nice Campground

    There are five tent camp spots located at Lazy Day and we camped on T4 at the very back of the campground. The on site facilities were excellent and clean, and these include a shop (with souvenirs as well as basic necessities and other assorted items), showers, and bathrooms. The T4 spot is pretty well isolated near the back and is right next to the trail that goes to one of the two fishing ponds on site. In addition to the trail leading to the back pond, there is another short trail that cuts through the woods on the south side of the camp. Despite the large size of the campground (about 65 RV spots) the noise level was fine and we went undisturbed while sleeping.


Guide to Clarksville

Clarksville, Missouri sits at the confluence of the Mississippi and Cuivre rivers, with seasonal water levels affecting camping conditions throughout the year. The area's elevation ranges from 440 to 650 feet above sea level, creating varied terrain for camping experiences. Spring through fall brings dense foliage and wildlife activity near the water, while winter months offer more visibility but limited services at most campgrounds.

What to do

Kayaking on Lincoln Lake: At Cuivre River State Park Campground, visitors have direct access to Lincoln Lake for water activities. "Campground is quiet and has big campsites. The campground is close to Lincoln Lake for kayaking," notes Cody S. in his review. The park maintains rental facilities during peak season.

Fishing from accessible docks: The fishing areas include covered, accessible docks for anglers of all abilities. "It also has an accessible fishing dock that is covered. The sites for full hook ups are separate from the other sites," explains Kayla S. about the fishing setup at Cuivre River State Park.

Trail exploration: Multiple trail systems surround the camping areas, ranging from beginner to advanced difficulty levels. According to Chad K., "Cuivre river is about an hour outside St.Louis and offers a multitude of outdoor options from hiking, biking, boating and fishing. The trails are fantastic and have different levels for all."

Archery practice: St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park maintains an archery range alongside their glamping and camping facilities. The park offers equipment rentals for recreation beyond water activities. "There is a lot to do here. They have an archery range. They rent out peddle boats, bikes and peddle cars/buggies as well," reports Barbie B.

What campers like

Wildlife viewing opportunities: The natural surroundings provide frequent wildlife encounters near camp. "We saw bunnies hopping around and when we first arrived to our site a deer was grazing nearby, such a bonus!" shares Maria E. The wooded settings at many sites increase wildlife observation chances.

Spacious site layouts: Pere Marquette State Park Campground receives positive feedback for its generous site dimensions. "Most of the sites were fairly level, but I didn't see any pull through sites," notes Joel R. The campground's layout within old-growth trees adds to site privacy.

Water recreation options: Many campers appreciate the variety of water access points for different activities. "This park has a lake you can rent kayaks for. They have a small store at the check in booth," mentions Kayla S. about the amenities that support water recreation.

Historical connections: The region's connection to American history adds educational value to camping trips. As Michael M. points out, "Lots of historical buildings built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's. Camping is divided up into an RV section, tents only section, and group tent camping."

What you should know

Seasonal operations: Most glamping facilities near Clarksville operate on limited schedules. Yogi Bears Jellystone Park at Pine Lakes runs from "Apr 20 - Nov 15" according to their seasonal information, with reduced activities during shoulder seasons.

Flooding concerns: Low-lying areas experience periodic flooding that affects accessibility. "It was out of commission for most of the summer of 2019 as the entire area was flooded," Annie C. notes about St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park, highlighting the importance of checking conditions before arrival.

Limited shade at newer facilities: Some glamping sites lack mature trees for shade. "I like trees and nature around. This park had very little of that. It seems to be new, and there are trees planted, but it will be awhile before they provide any shade," observes Susan L.

Variable cell service: Connectivity varies significantly between campgrounds in the region. "The ATT cell phone signal is good," reports Mats about St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park, while other areas report limited or no service.

Tips for camping with families

Activity scheduling: Plan for downtime between organized activities at family-focused glamping sites. "Great for a family with kids of all ages. The activities are not all day, so plan on some campside entertainment before 10am and after 6pm," advises ELLYN P. about scheduling at Jellystone Park.

Rental equipment planning: Mark Twain Lake Jellystone Park and The Water Zone offers extensive recreation options that require planning. "Being after Labor Day the water par was closed, but looked like fun. Mini golf was booming. They had nice pavilion areas for gatherings," reports Cathy S., highlighting the importance of checking seasonal availability.

Site selection for privacy: Choose sites strategically for family comfort and privacy. "Our site was fairly spacious and not super close to others which we liked. The sites by the vault toilet looked closer together so I could see that being a cool spot for multiple families or friend groups," suggests Maria E.

Wildlife safety measures: Proper food storage prevents wildlife encounters around campsites. "Don't leave anything out at night or raccoons will scavenge, we accidentally left our trash bag hanging (ugh!) but that was our fault," warns one camper about necessary precautions.

Tips from RVers

Hookup locations: At Lazy Day Campground, RVers appreciate the thoughtful utility placements. "We were then escorted to pull-through site 17 with full hookups. The gravel pad was fairly level, and although the utilities were toward the back of the site, we had no trouble connecting. There were two sewer hookups—a nice touch," explains MickandKarla W. about the setup.

Water pressure variations: RVers should be prepared for significant differences in water pressure between sites. "The water pressure was so strong that I could barely open the water pump!" notes Susan L. about her experience, suggesting the need for pressure regulators at some locations.

Site leveling requirements: Terrain varies significantly across the region's campgrounds. "The campground is quiet and has big campsites," reports Cody S., while others note challenges with uneven sites requiring additional leveling equipment.

Satellite reception considerations: Tree cover affects technology access differently across sites. "While the grounds have mature trees, most sites—including 17—are satellite-friendly," observes MickandKarla W., providing valuable information for RVers dependent on satellite technology.

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