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Best Campgrounds near Dixon, MO

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Camping near Dixon, Missouri encompasses a mix of riverside retreats and forested campgrounds in the heart of the Ozarks region. Boiling Springs Campground offers 43 sites with seasonal operation from May 15 to October 15, while nearby The Devils Elbow Campground provides a quieter experience along the river. The area sits approximately 10 minutes south of Interstate 44, making it accessible for travelers passing through central Missouri. Many campgrounds in this region feature river access, with the Gasconade River and its tributaries providing opportunities for fishing, floating, and swimming during warmer months.

Most campgrounds in the Dixon area are open seasonally, with peak season running from late spring through early fall. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-95°F with high humidity, while spring and fall offer milder conditions with temperatures between 55-75°F. Bug spray is essential during summer months when mosquitoes are prevalent. Flash flooding can occur after heavy rains, particularly at riverside campsites. Cell service varies throughout the region, with better coverage near Interstate 44 and diminishing signal in more remote areas. Reservations are recommended during summer weekends and holidays when campgrounds fill quickly.

The camping options near Dixon cater to various preferences, from RV enthusiasts to tent campers. RV parks like Lamplight Lane RV Resort at Glen Oaks provide full hookups and are conveniently located near Fort Leonard Wood, while riverside campgrounds like Ruby's Landing River Resort offer cabin rentals alongside traditional camping sites. According to campers, the rivers are a major draw for the area. One visitor noted, "We could hear the river while sleeping in our tents, which was super relaxing." Trout fishing is particularly popular in the region's spring-fed streams, with several nearby state parks maintaining fish hatcheries. Families appreciate the combination of water recreation and hiking trails available at many of the campgrounds, making Dixon a practical base for exploring central Missouri's outdoor attractions.

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Best Camping Sites Near Dixon, Missouri (137)

    1. Boiling Springs Campground

    11 Reviews
    Newburg, MO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 759-7294

    $12 - $89 / night

    "Bus picked us up there and dropped us at a location on the gasconade. Float ended right back at camp! We got out of our boat and walked up the bank to our camp site."

    "Located on the Gasconade beauty abounds. Full service hookups. Some shaded spots right on river. Bathroom is very small. No showers. One toilet spot not very nice."

    2. Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground

    49 Reviews
    Kaiser, MO
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 348-2694

    $13 - $50 / night

    "Lake of the Ozarks State Park campground is located in Kaiser Missouri about 5 miles down highway 134 off of highway 42. This campground is about 1.5 hour from Columbia and Springfield Missouri."

    "We stayed close to the river in the primitive area and the deer were all over.  These deer were super friendly and didn't move at all as we walked right past them. "

    3. Doolittle Acres RV Park and Campground

    6 Reviews
    Newburg, MO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 762-3000

    $25 - $55 / night

    "Good area only a mile off the highway so it made a great night stopping point. Had great access for our starlink. They have a little dog park, kids park, and it was all clean and well maintained."

    "It’s close to US 44 so a bit of road noise. The owner was very friendly and gave us a map with perfect directions."

    4. Ruby's Landing River Resort

    5 Reviews
    Richland, MO
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 855-9567

    $25 - $400 / night

    "Ruby's Landing River Resort is the place if you are wanting a place that has wildlife, beautiful river views and away from the lights of town. "

    "Clean bathrooms, and quiet primitive camping area right next to the river. The water landing is right next to the tent area so it’s real easy to get in and out of the water."

    5. The Devils Elbow Campground

    1 Review
    Newburg, MO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 855-4733

    $15 - $45 / night

    "This little camp ground has float across and is so close to some super awesome trails! We took a 10.5 mile hike about 15 mins away from her site! Not to mention the cute little town surrounding it."

    6. Lamplight Lane RV Resort at Glen Oaks

    4 Reviews
    Richland, MO
    18 miles
    +1 (573) 774-2727

    "The location is perfect, just minutes away from Fort Leonard Wood or St. Robert, MO, off exit 153 on I44! Also only a little over an hour from Springfield, MO..."

    "Right off I-44 in Missouri and only 10 minutes from Fort Leonard Wood. Convenient to Waynesville and St. Robert.

    Owners are very helpful and informative."

    7. Ozark Farms Family Campground

    7 Reviews
    Rolla, MO
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 826-1995

    $40 / night

    "Grounds sit next to a state numbered highway, so access is easy. Don't expect a remote setting. The highway traffic can be distracting if you're used to camping in the woods."

    "There are some extended stay residents, and campground is located adjacent to trailer park, but overall experience was safe, clean, and easy.  We look forward to returning this year!"

    8. Roubidoux Springs Campground

    1 Review
    Fort Leonard Wood, MO
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 774-6171

    "Pretty creek, but away from the bank, no trees."

    9. Roubidoux Spring Campground and RV City Park

    1 Review
    Fort Leonard Wood, MO
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 774-6171

    "Close to everything and more. This is a City park with full hookups and a creek, but nothing else. We stayed here four nights to tour the county."

    10. Froggys River Resort

    10 Reviews
    Falcon, MO
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 765-2930

    $5 - $100 / night

    "Nothing but icadas, crickets and quiet laughter from the camp next to us."

    "I was right next to the river, and the sounds of the water made everything tranquil. There is a ton of space for tents and RVs, and the road in is well paved."

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  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Ozark Farms Family Campground

    Ozark Camp in Rolla, MO

    Easy to reserve online. Confirm reservation through email. Showers/RR/laundry facility. Clean and shady. Dog park.

  • Dakota Y.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Coastal Country Resorts LLC

    Wonderful sights, friendly staff, beautiful cabins

    Absolutely gorgeous place, Wonderful mordernized cabins, friendliest staff around. An absolute must on your trip if your in the area. If you time it right you might spot a sasquatch

  • J
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Froggys River Resort

    Not as nice as the other options

    This "resort" is just a basic campground.  There's no place to dump your camper's tank, which you'd expect at the prices they charge.  The owner is in some sort of a feud with the residents that live around the campground, so now one of them fires a shotgun off every half hour, and another one blasts revelry early in the morning.  Nothing scary, but I didn't like knowing that we were right next to residents...certainly wouldn't want a campground in my back yard.

    Otherwise, it's mediocre.  Depending on the time of year, the river can be quite low, so be sure to check the forecast before planning a stay.  It was only about 6 inches deep when I was there.  The Gasconade Hills campground is just down the road and was a much better experience.

  • Jonathan D.
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Gasconade Hills Resort

    Bad wifi and even worse owners

    Drove 4 hours and spent 300 dollars on a cabin. We placed a small Bluetooth speaker in front of our cabin and relaxed with a drink. After playing music for 20 mins the owner storms over and screams at me to turn it down. Its 8 pm and the music isn't turned up I tell him he said it's his place and his prerogative if it's too loud. I asked him to show me where it said I can't play music. He said quiet time is 10 pm. I said it's 8. He told me not to argue with him as if im his kid or his employee or something.  He told me he was going to eject me if I continued to argue. I would never recommend this place to anyone. Save your money and go somewhere the owners respect you. Lots of places who appreciate your business to give this place any business.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Osage Beach RV Park

    Great place, friendly people and beautiful grounds

    We stayed overnight here because our dog was sick and this was close to the animal hospital we visited. We wish would have stayed here originally (we stayed the. first night at the state park). While the State Park was nice this campground offered so much more and was closer to town so we could walk to restaurants. 

    I would definitely stay here again.

  • Delanie J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Froggys River Resort

    Friendly CG on the gasconade - PORT O POTTYS ONLY

    NO PLUMBIN, PORT O JOHNS ONLY

    PRIMITIVE CAMPSITE 10 IS BEST FOLLOWED BY 7

    Froggys has one flaw, see first sentence.  Other than that its perfect.  The crew is so friendly and you can tell they love running the CG and caring for guests.  They had a fire pit in the middle of the river which was so cool and did a pork steak dinner one of the nights.  The sites along the river are great for primitive camping.  And the six mile float on the gasconade was lovely.  The river moves slow, so if you're used to floating 16 miles on the spring fed Jacks Fork or Current, halfing that will be plenty.  Shower house was clean and efficient.

  • E
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Riverfront Campground and Canoe

    The cabins are nothing like website

    Terrible decision to rent a cabin , turns out not a cabin but a room and bath. Nothing at all like site. Ask for explanation and extra coats. Ask for another correct cabin , they said it was cabin? I ask for Someone to come by and explain the situation. No other cabins and no refunds… the bait and switch ! bewared awful service, photos of cabins, we stayed in a room with a bathroom that was in the garage of a cabin? Heard baby crying the 1night when down and agian said this is not the cabin we reserved and also extra charges on my credit card. I ask for someone to explain why the add was nothing at all like payed for and we requested another correct cabin or refund. nothing from anyone , no one came to room , or called me . We went to fish at Bennett spring with grandson 14 birthday. He felt and I felt uncomfortable with baby crying knew we been scammed by internet false photos and prepaid. We left early to stay in lodge just down road from riverfront. We never got refund and excuses that they fixed web page and grandson posted negative review, I said why would we give a good review? was a room not a cabin, payed the mortgage on the cabin that the campground family lived in!! This was the worst experience with renting a cabin. Not one photo online or description was correct. Then overcharged on credit card? I hope this helps someone else who’s thinking of cabin at Riverfront Campground.

  • E
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Riverfront Campground and Canoe

    Was nothing at all like advertised

    Rented a cabin on line but when get there no cabin , photos did not Mach add. Ask for refund but they I gave a bad review so no refund. When trying to find what happened, they said  they fixed photos on line but will not refund money for false advertising. Terrible stay baby crying it was awful

  • Trevor S.
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Montauk State Park Campground

    Relaxing

    Very nice campground, tons of shade! My site (206) was very level and was surrounded in trees like basically ever other site which made it comfortable to sit outside all day. We’ve been down here a couple times now and would highly recommend it.

Guide to Dixon

Camping near Dixon, Missouri, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled weekend, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking and Nature Trails: Explore the trails at Meramec State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The Cub Scouts loved the site, the Natural Wonders Trail, and the visitors’ center." Another camper noted, "The park did have nice trails, fishing areas, breathtaking riverside views."
  • Fishing: The Montauk State Park Campground is known for its excellent trout fishing. A reviewer said, "Best trout fishing in the state," making it a great spot for fishing enthusiasts.
  • Caving Adventures: Check out the caves at Onondaga Cave State Park Campground. One camper shared, "Onondaga Cave is amazing with the new lighting; it just reopened."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the parks. A visitor at Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground said, "Super showers & toilets. Clean. Friendly staff."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campers mention the helpfulness of the staff. One reviewer at Bennett Spring State Park Campground noted, "Staff is friendly. Whole facility is clean and well maintained."
  • Scenic Views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. A visitor at Echo Bluff State Park remarked, "The grounds were a 10. Location and surroundings were gorgeous."

What you should know

  • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have poor cell reception. A camper at Onondaga Cave State Park Campground mentioned, "No cell service from Verizon or T-Mobile."
  • Crowded During Peak Season: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Ozark Outdoors-Riverfront Resort said, "It was quite difficult to pull a camper up to the campground."
  • No Wi-Fi in Some Areas: If you need internet access, check ahead. A reviewer at Bennett Spring State Park Campground noted, "No wifi and poor cell phone reception."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground, where one reviewer said, "This is the perfect spot for a family, a couple or someone alone."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. A camper at Montauk State Park Campground mentioned, "The river is ice cold," which could be fun for swimming on hot days.
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having food on hand is essential. One visitor at Meramec State Park Campground appreciated the "market" for supplies.

Tips from RVers

  • Check Hookup Availability: Make sure your chosen campground has the right hookups. A reviewer at Onondaga Cave State Park Campground noted, "All the sites are paved with long pads sufficient for just about any RV."
  • Be Prepared for Close Quarters: Some campgrounds can be tight. A camper at Ozark Outdoors-Riverfront Resort said, "Most RV spots you've got like 6 to 7 feet between you and the next one."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Since some campgrounds don’t have stores, it’s good to stock up. A visitor at Bennett Spring State Park Campground mentioned, "Firewood for sale $5 at entrance gate house."

Camping around Dixon, MO, offers a variety of experiences, from fishing and hiking to family-friendly activities. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Dixon, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, Dixon, MO offers a wide range of camping options, with 137 campgrounds and RV parks near Dixon, MO and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Dixon, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Dixon, MO is Boiling Springs Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 11 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Dixon, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Dixon, MO.

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