Recreational vehicle camping near Doniphan, Missouri provides access to the Current River and Eleven Point River watersheds in the Ozark Highlands. The area features limestone bluffs, rolling hills, and hardwood forests with elevation changes between 300-1,000 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-95°F with high humidity, while spring and fall offer milder conditions for campers.
What to do
Fishing access: Asher Creek Campground at Lake Wappapello offers excellent bank fishing and boat launch facilities for registered campers. "My group and I camped in two of the basic sites in Asher Creek campground and we couldn't get enough of the front-row lake view! The sites closest to the lake are very level, and everyone in the campground is only a short walk from the cleanest park restrooms I've ever seen," notes one visitor.
Trail riding: Fourche Creek RV Park and Riding Trails maintains dedicated horseback riding paths around the lake. A camper reports, "Hosts were so attentive and helpful-the grounds were so green and view of the woods and pond was so relaxing... we brought our own stall bedding and buckets but they provided a tack room, pitch fork, whellbarrow and shovel to help us clean up after our horses."
Water recreation: New Horizon RV Park provides boat-in access for campers and sits near prime fishing areas. A visitor confirms its "awesome location and good fishing!" The park also offers cabins and glamping options for those without RVs.
What campers like
Lakefront views: Asher Creek Campground earns praise for its waterfront setting. "All sites at Asher Creek loop have water views. Most of the sites have little to no shade during they day but as the sun goes down you have plenty of shade at the sites. The lake is great to swim in - very clean bottom and not slimy at all," according to one camper.
Clean facilities: Campgrounds in the Doniphan area maintain well-kept restrooms. One visitor to Asher Creek noted, "Restroom was emaculate. Clean park with a boat launch. Electric only spots and dispersed. Water and dump are on site."
Off-season solitude: RV camping near Doniphan provides quiet experiences outside peak season. A camper at Asher Creek observed, "On a Monday in July, I counted 2 other campers in the ridge campground," while another mentioned, "We typically camp just at the end of season and have this is our favorite place to camp. We always tent camp with minimal supplies."
What you should know
Weather considerations: Summer humidity requires climate control in RVs. "From April to September, you're gonna want electric so you can run AC (or at least a fan), Missouri humidity is not a joke," warns a camper at Asher Creek Campground.
Limited shade: Many campsites have minimal tree cover during daytime hours. One tent camper suggests, "If you're like me and are just doing basic tent camping, I'd recommend a pop-up canopy for the table area since there is not a lot of tree cover in those sites."
Reservation timing: Camelot RV Campground remains open year-round with 76 full-hookup sites, making it a reliable option when seasonal parks close. One reviewer notes it's "just off of hwy 67 very easy in and out. Full hook ups including cable. Clean and level sites."
Tips for camping with families
Swimming areas: Lake Wappapello provides family-friendly swimming with clean conditions. A visitor reports, "The lake is great to swim in - very clean bottom and not slimy at all. We did take our kayaks and paddled around a little but mostly stayed on beaches and swam."
Spacious sites: Riverview Cabins and Campground offers 18 sites with boat-in access options, making it suitable for families with various equipment needs. The campground provides full hookups with 30/50 amp service plus shower and toilet facilities.
Multi-generational activities: Asher Creek Campground supports diverse recreation options. "Hiking, biking and equestrian trails. Boat and jet ski rentals in season," notes one camper, providing options for different age groups and interests.
Tips from RVers
Campground navigation: Camelot RV Campground offers personal assistance with parking. "They escorted us to our site, offered help getting parked and set up. Very clean, well maintained, quiet, but still close to dining and shopping," explains one RVer.
Site selection: Choose based on specific needs and season. A camper at Camelot notes, "The campground sits on a hill so the sites are terraced and there are mature trees everywhere. The trash bins were located up the hill from my site. Not a problem for me to access, but someone with mobility issues might find the location less than ideal."
Overnight considerations: Several RV parks near Doniphan serve well as stopovers. "We were just passing through for one night. Wish we had more time here," mentions one Camelot visitor, while another adds, "We did a 1 night stay passing through to St. Louis. All sites we saw were full hookups and our site was nice and level."
