Glamping sites near Dadeville, Missouri sit at an elevation of approximately 900 feet within the Ozark Plateau region. The area experiences hot, humid summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F and mild winters with occasional snow. Most luxury camping options remain accessible year-round, though many visitors prefer spring and fall when temperatures moderate and humidity decreases.
What to do
Fish at Bennett Spring State Park Campground: The park offers premier trout fishing with stocked rainbow trout released daily during season. Bennett Spring State Park Campground maintains over twenty miles of hiking trails across its 3,216 acres. "Trout fishing, hiking trails, nature center, swimming pool and there is floating just outside of the park. Hot showers, restrooms and electrical hookups are just a few of the camping basics," notes a regular visitor.
Kayak on marked trails: Stockton Lake provides designated water routes specifically for kayakers. "Bring the kayaks. They have some pretty cool kayak marked trails on the lake," recommends a camper. Water levels fluctuate seasonally, with higher waters in spring making some beach areas temporarily inaccessible.
Swim at Pittsburg Area Campground: The swimming beach at Pittsburg Area Campground provides a sandy shoreline with gradual entry, making it suitable for families with young children. "We loved the trail to the lake! The swimming beach was amazing and the bathrooms well-kept," reports a holiday visitor.
What campers like
Private lake access: Many sites at Cedar Ridge—Stockton Lake feature direct water access. "Simple campground. Spacious spots. Easy check in... Beautiful spots on the lake. Calm and family friendly environment," notes one visitor. Sites with water views tend to book quickly during summer months.
Clean facilities: Pomme de Terre State Park Hermitage receives consistent praise for maintenance standards. "Great place for camping with the family and dogs! everyone is very pleasant and I felt comfortable letting the kids ride their bikes around, a great presence from the park rangers!" shares a satisfied camper.
Affordable rates: Missouri state parks offer competitive pricing, particularly during off-season. "Real nice park Especially for what we paid. $8.00 for electric only per night. Senior rate off season, $2.00 discount," reports one visitor about Stockton State Park Campground.
What you should know
Tent pad conditions: Some sites have challenging terrain for tent setup. "I noticed several of the tent sites do not have level areas for your tent. T01 site does not have close parking unless you are able to park in the handicap parking," warns a tent camper at Cedar Ridge Campground—Stockton Lake.
Limited amenities: Several glamping sites operate with minimal services. "Almost boondocking with electric hookup and a dump station," describes one visitor about Stockton State Park. Most lakeside glamping options provide electric hookups but no water or sewer connections at individual sites.
Firewood restrictions: Policies vary between parks regarding collection of firewood. "They do not sell firewood and tell you to go to the woods to get your own - Disappointed in that," reports a camper. Always check current regulations as policies change seasonally.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: RV Express 66 and other area campgrounds maintain play areas for children. "The cement pads, clean picnic table and immaculate bathrooms, with separate private showers, were welcome after a long travel day," notes a visitor regarding overall facility quality.
Swimming options: Multiple locations offer swimming beaches with varying amenities. "The kids loved watching the sailboats on this part of the lake. They also love the Sandy Beach," shares a family camper about Cedar Ridge—Stockton Lake.
Natural exploration: Children often enjoy the unique features at certain sites. "Nice little campground with good facilities. The swim beach is a little far from the camp, but if you walk down the trails there are great places to swim near camp including 'Chicken Rock' a large island out in the lake the kids love to swim to and jump off," recommends a visitor.
Tips from RVers
Concrete pads: Beagle Bay RV Haven Campground offers premium parking surfaces for larger rigs. "They have everything you could want! Arcade, swimming pool, kids playground and a pond to fish. On top of those they have bathrooms & showers with a sauna in each and a laundry unit which are all very nice!" reports an enthusiastic camper.
Site selection: At Springfield - Route 66 KOA, site spacing varies considerably. "The staff was friendly and the camp was clean...The trees are old and tall, creating a canopy over the sites, so even with the weather cresting 95°, the site felt nice," notes a summer visitor.
