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Campgrounds surrounding Manchester, Missouri provide convenient access to outdoor experiences while remaining close to urban amenities. Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park, located in nearby Wildwood, offers tent and RV camping with electric hookups and water available seasonally. Other options include St. Louis West/Historic Route 66 KOA and Greensfelder County Park, which provide a mix of accommodation types from traditional tent sites to glamping and yurts. Most established campgrounds in the area feature paved pads with picnic tables and fire rings, though amenities vary considerably between locations.
The camping season generally runs year-round at several campgrounds, though services may be limited during winter months. "Babler is located off I-64 in the Chesterfield area about 30 minutes from Saint Louis. There are many spots to choose from. Basic and electric/water sites. Tent and RV set ups are mixed," noted one visitor. Weather conditions can change rapidly, particularly during spring when heavy rainfall may cause flooding issues at some locations like Covered Bridge RV Park. Most campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak summer months when sites fill quickly. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the region, with strong coverage reported at most established campgrounds.
Several mixed-use campgrounds in the area maintain paved roads and concrete pads ideal for RVs while still accommodating tent campers. Visitor feedback highlights the contrast between more developed options and natural settings: "Babler SP is one of those state parks that you just don't expect to see so close to a major city. The hiking trails are plentiful and quiet." Wildlife encounters are commonly mentioned in reviews, particularly at more wooded locations where raccoons and ticks can be problematic. Proximity to St. Louis attractions represents a significant advantage for campers wanting to combine outdoor experiences with urban activities, with most campgrounds being within 30-45 minutes of downtown attractions. Many camping areas provide hiking trails and basic amenities, though some sites offer more seclusion than others depending on their location and design.
Best Campgrounds near Manchester (78)
1. Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
"Tucked away, not far from St. Louis, you wouldn't know you were that close to a big city. It is clean and feels extremely safe. There aren't many sites, but the ones they have are quiet and spacious."
"Great for taking long walks or bike rides, although very steep hills. Close to St Louis, so you can do some urban exploring."
from $15 - $35 / night
Check Availability2. St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
"Our site was gravel to park on with grass around it. Close to train tracks and highway, but didn’t notice with AC on in the camper. Close to 6 flags."
"This campground is fairly close to downtown and very close to lots of shopping. A great place to stay to stock up on supplies before heading west."
3. St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park
"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."
"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."
from $35 - $60 / night
Check Availability4. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Resort At Six Flags
"pros- activities for kids/fam nice pool tons of trees easy access from highway close amenities (Walmart, six flags, etc) close to StL (tons to do) we did grants farm and city museum one day"
"We spent a weekend here because we wanted to be close to six flags. I swear this place was more fun!!!"
5. Sundermeier RV Park
"You can literally be parked right at the Katy Trail. Through the gate at the rear of the campground, and you can bike for miles. Easy ride in to St."
"We were able to park next to our 5th wheel with enough room to not feel crowded while using the picnic bench. Also the site was level. We stayed for a week to enjoy St. Louis, St."
from $56 - $61 / night
Check Availability6. Cahokia RV Parque
"It's a centrally located campground in the Metro St. Louis area. It's close to interstates and it's a short drive across the river to Missouri attractions."
"Lots of dogs tied up, but with owners nearby. Some still “bolt” at you when you walk by. Could be less littered. Our site had lots of litter when we pulled in."
7. Greensfelder County Park
"The park is known for its well-groomed trails, which are used by hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians alike."
"Well taken care of and close to the city. Trails range from a short walk to an endless combination."
8. Beyond the Trail RV Park
"A short 5 minute walk to “downtown” Defiance, the campground is right next to the Katy Trail. Forgot your bike? Walk 3 minutes away and rent one. Want to float the Missouri?"
"Excellent little RV park behind a brewery. The Katy trail borders the park for easy access to town."
from $25 - $58 / night
Check Availability9. Covered Bridge RV Park & Storage
from $50 / night
Check Availability10. Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park
"Very clean and secure overnight park just outside of STL. Phenomenal views of downtown and the arch, and fairly easy access to I-55/64/70."
"Close to the arch, that’s why we chose this place to stay overnight."
from $65 / night
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Drive Time
- 19 min from St. Louis, MO
- 1 hr 33 min from Columbia, MO
- 1 hr 39 min from Springfield, IL
- 1 hr 43 min from Jefferson City, MO
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Beyond the Trail RV Park
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Klondike Park
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Recent Reviews near Manchester, MO
565 Reviews of 78 Manchester Campgrounds
Jerry V.ScoutMeramec State Park Campground
Many memories and making more
In the past my cousins and I would camp here every year at least once with Grandparents and my aunt and uncle. Always had a great time swimming, fishing and hiking. The park is beautiful and the camp sites are very nice. It does get pretty packed at times. Everyone seems to get along and its always nice to meet people from other cities or even some locals. I'm planning on setting at least two dates per year to take my kids and grandkids camping here so they can have the great experiences I had as a kid. Alot of spots to chose from if available.
MickandKarla W.
LegendSt. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park
Our Recommended Campground for Visiting the St. Louis Area
This campground was easy to find, as both our GPS and the campground signs led us right to the city park and campground entrance. Check-in begins at 2:00 p.m., but we called ahead and were graciously allowed to arrive an hour early. We checked in and proceeded to back-in Site 426 with full hookups. As the last site in the campground, the curve in the road made for an exceptionally easy back-in. The concrete pad easily accommodated our 40-foot toy hauler and F-450, with utilities conveniently located near the center of the site and no issues connecting two sewer hoses. Water pressure was adequate, and the 50-amp electric performed flawlessly. The campground's four loops have mostly younger trees, so satellite reception should not be a problem in most sites. Although we brought our Starlink, we used our T-Mobile Home Internet instead, averaging 217 Mbps download and 21.5 Mbps upload. The campground information sheet mentioned Wi-Fi, but we never saw a network to join and didn't inquire further since our internet worked well. We received three bars on Verizon and two bars on T-Mobile. The campground has a nice fenced dog park that's large enough to actually throw a ball, plus a paved walking and biking trail that circles the lake. The office also sells ice and firewood, and the dump station is located behind the office. Many sites offer lake views, and the RV sites are generally well spaced. We noticed Loop 100 has all concrete pads, the first two rows of Loop 200 are concrete with the remaining sites primarily gravel except for some end sites, Loop 300 is reserved for primitive camping and tents, and Loop 400 has a mix of concrete and gravel sites. The center rows of the RV loops are pull-throughs. One thing to be aware of is that the campground has begun charging short-term campers for electricity. We weren't informed about it during check-in, although our traveling companions were shown how to monitor their usage online. The information sheet we received only referenced weekly and monthly electric charges. Even with hot weather and occasionally running three air conditioners during our three-day stay, our electric charge was only about $14. We departed without stopping at the office and received a checkout email about an hour after the noon checkout time. The St. Louis area is our home base, and in our opinion, this is the best RV park in the area and the one we most often recommend to our RV friends.
Kalo O.
TravelerKlondike Park
Outdoor Family Fun
My family and I really enjoyed being at Klondike Park Camping. I can't really find anything I didn't like about this place. The camp sites were clean and well maintained, there are bathrooms not to far to get to and a camp kitchen where you can do dishes and cook if needed. I love the off grid feeling of being in the outdoors but when you have children it is nice knowing you have these luxurious not far from your camp site. I also love how easy it is to navigate around Klondike. I never got lost once I figured out the layout. My family and I can't wait until our next adventure at Klondike and we stayed at site 25 if anyone is wondering about the perfect site to camp.
Matthew M.TravelerScott AFB FamCamp
No frills
BL, the camp could use a Camp Host or Mayor. Stayed 1 night. We used the bathhouse and walked the grounds- so did a lot of other people; especially in the morning up to lunch. Quiet camp -Aircraft noise held off until 08:00 (bonus). Men’s shower side had great water pressure and temp- water fixtures were dated, dirty and temperamental (2 shower heads-1 working) also, cozy up to your multi-legged friends (spider webs and bugs were in competition for our shower space), Laundry is $1.50/wash&dry. I’ve stayed at a good many FamCamps: Lake Martin Rec -AL Uchee Creek-GA Destin Army Inf CTR-FL Robins AFB FamCamp-GA Round Pond -NY Kings Creek-VA Ellsworth AFB-SD Blue Angel Rec-FL Anniston Army Depot-AL Sigsbee-FL That’s my starter list! So, I’d like to see this one level up. It’s in a good area (we come through every couple years) and I think it could get a few more interested in it, if it were managed just a little bit better.
Tammy S.
GuideSt. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park
Great price for what you get!
Full hook up. Lovely lake. Great paved path. Sites are level. Landscaping is amazing. My only issue is no shade trees. Where else are you getting full hook up with all of these activities for this price?
Kindra W.GuideRV Self-Park
Safe, clean, efficient
No frills, high tech self park facilty w paved lots and full hookups-ups.
Pros: 1. Door Dash delivers to site 2. Can purchase 12 hours for a quick stop or full 24 hous no matter time you arrive. Cons: its a bit pricey. It was listed as 30 for 24 its 50 for 24
Andrew S.GuideDr. Edmond Babler State Park
Great location, no privacy.
The location to St. Louis is great, and the utility hookups for RV were convenient, but there was ZERO privacy at the sites and hiking trail were extremely limited. Great coverage for Verizon and Starlink.
- MMonica W.Traveler
Earth, Wind & Solar Farm
Love it!
This is the perfect, little spot to set up. The owners are sweet, and have been helpful with everything we have needed and beyond. We definitely would love to come back.
Guide to Manchester
Camping options near Manchester, Missouri provide access to 868-acre forested parks, over 43 miles of regional hiking trails, and seasonal creeks within a 30-minute drive of downtown St. Louis. The region sits at approximately 600-800 feet elevation with humid continental climate patterns producing distinct seasons. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-95°F with occasional thunderstorms and high humidity levels.
What to do
Kayaking and biking: 370 Lakeside Park offers rentals for water activities on their small lake, with multiple options for paddling. "We love going here and watching the sunsets. This is a great place to kayak and camp if you don't want to drive that fare and live in the city," notes Lindsey C. The park also rents various bikes for exploring the paved 3-mile trail around the lake.
Trail exploration: Greensfelder County Park maintains technical mountain biking sections alongside hiking paths of varying difficulty. Lucas M. explains, "The park is known for its well-groomed trails, which are used by hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians alike. Plenty of stables surround the area, where you may rent a horse and go for a stroll through the woods."
Historic towns: Klondike Park provides access to the Katy Trail and nearby Augusta wineries. "Klondike park is a gorgeous park along the Katy Trail in Augusta, MO. The campsites are very quiet, very family friendly park. On site restrooms, hiking trails, and a small lake with overlooking bluffs," mentions Lindsey R. The sandy beach area around the pond offers fishing opportunities.
What campers like
Natural settings: Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park provides wooded camping areas with multiple trails. Lahree C. shares, "This is truly a hidden gem. Tucked away, not far from St. Louis, you wouldn't know you were that close to a big city. It is clean and feels extremely safe. There aren't many sites, but the ones they have are quiet and spacious."
Family activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park offers numerous recreation options beyond camping. Lindsey R. notes, "We stayed here last minute for Labor Day Weekend and the staff were great with finding us a good tent site available. This is not a rugged style campground as there are many amenities such as a pool, putt putt golf, volleyball, and more. They also host daily kids activities and crafts."
Urban convenience: Sundermeier RV Park connects directly to biking infrastructure and historic areas. "You can literally be parked right at the Katy Trail. Through the gate at the rear of the campground, and you can bike for miles. Easy ride in to St. Charles a wonderful historic river town on the Missouri River. Great shops, great restaurants," explains Cheryl K.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Heavy spring rains can affect camping conditions, with some sites becoming muddy or even flooded. At Covered Bridge RV Park, one camper experienced significant weather issues: "While we were there they had a record rainfall amount and the park apparently already has flooding issues so it was flooding pretty bad but also our RV was right next to a creek that had risen really high."
Wildlife awareness: Multiple campgrounds report active wildlife, particularly raccoons and deer. At Babler State Park, April D. warns, "The only issue is the raccoons. They dont give a darn who you are. They will walk right up to, smile, and take your chips. Scandalous!"
Noise factors: Casino Queen RV Park and other locations near major roads experience periodic noise disturbances. "There is train noise but we couldn't hear it with the air conditioners running," notes Richard H. Several campgrounds near Manchester sit adjacent to highways, railroads, or flight paths.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities: Look for campgrounds with swimming pools or water features for hot summer days. At 370 Lakeside Park, Joseph F. mentions, "They have paddle boats and bikes and group bikes for rental. Located right next to a lake with a lot of RV and tent camping spots. Kids had a blast riding bikes. Even finding a few little frogs jumping around and fireflies at night."
Entertainment options: Some campgrounds offer programmed activities specifically for children. At Jellystone Park, GW C. explains, "I gave this campground a 4 star instead of 3 because I feel like if you're camping here you should know not to expect 'isolated camping' with sounds of running rivers and wildlife. This campground is geared for kids and family activities and accomplished same."
Shade considerations: Many newer campgrounds lack mature trees. One visitor to 370 Lakeside Park observed, "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."
Tips from RVers
Hookup locations: Pay attention to utility placement at each site when setting up. At Casino Queen RV Park, Josh F. notes, "Utilities are set up weird on all sites - Water and electric are at the very rear of the site by the sewer, so you will need a decent sized hose to reach if your water intake is in the front of your camper."
Site dimensions: Many campgrounds near Manchester Missouri list specific site sizes. At Greensfelder County Park, Matthew H. reports, "Most sites are great for trailers 26' or less and 1 slide (sites 24-26 can fit a fifth wheel probably no bigger than 36-38 ft)... site 29 where we stayed can fit a 40' fifth wheel."
Winter considerations: Services often reduce during colder months. Nancy W. explains at Babler State Park, "The campground is open year-round but the bathhouse with flush toilets closes November 1 and doesn't open until the spring. During the winter the only water spigot is available located near the camp hosts at site #36."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Manchester, MO?
What camping is available near Manchester, MO?
According to TheDyrt.com, Manchester, MO offers a wide range of camping options, with 78 campgrounds and RV parks near Manchester, MO and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Manchester, MO?
Which is the most popular campground near Manchester, MO?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Manchester, MO is Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 28 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Manchester, MO?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Manchester, MO?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Manchester, MO.
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