15 campgrounds · Check availability for any dates.
Bennett Spring State Park Campground and Montauk State Park Campground house upscale glamping accommodations in the Ozark region, offering a blend of outdoor adventure and comfort. Both locations feature climate-controlled canvas structures with premium bedding, private decks overlooking scenic waterways, and convenient access to trout fishing. The glamping units at Montauk provide electricity, comfortable furnishings, and proximity to the headwaters of the Current River, while Bennett Spring's luxury tents include lantern hooks, fire pits, and picnic areas for outdoor dining. One visitor noted, "The lodge has a full restaurant, as well as a diner style counter. My son love's to go and sit at the counter to get ice cream."
Trout fishing stands as the premier activity at these glamping destinations, with Bennett Spring featuring an on-site hatchery and Montauk offering daily stocking of the Current River. Guests can purchase trout tags at the lodge for $3.00, allowing them to keep up to four trout daily. Beyond fishing, the parks provide hiking trails, including the 1.5-mile Pine Ridge Trail at Montauk with spectacular sunset views from the summit. The glamping sites connect visitors to natural springs, historic mills, and guided naturalist programs at the amphitheater. According to a camper, "Besides the excellent trout fishing, there are hiking trails, playgrounds for kids, a lodge with well-stocked store, tours of the fishery and old mill can be arranged, a naturalist's cabin and an number of events are held there during the camping season."
"Price is definitely reasonable and the bathroom at campground 5 is VERY nice, running water and hot showers."
"I had traveled here following a busy time and expected to still have some of that lingering noise which hangs out after a big event. But by the time I reached the location it had dwindled out."
from $15 - $48 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $38 - $48 / night
Check Availability"This place is perfect for easy stream and running water fishing. We stayed in loop 3, site 325. We walked over to the "river" about 75 yards from our campsite."
"Montauk State Park is one of the Missouri Conservations four trout parks, and is located at the headwaters of the beautiful Current River."
from $15 - $52 / night
Check Availability"The next time we go we will be bringing our own grill as they did not have many options on site. The staff was friendly and helpful."
"All the RV sires are electric/water so you have to use the on site dump station."
from $250 / night
Check Availability"Felt like we were sharing our campfire with the neighbors. Close to Bennett Springs!"
"Great campground, very clean bathrooms, nice pool and playground. The hosts were extremely friendly and accommodating."
"Didn't have any problems with the people around us but we were in the family area. Now camping is free if you float with them and it does get crowded on the weekends."
"The campground is in the middle of a forest with a large creek running around it. It was springtime and everything was so green, there were wildflowers popping up all over the place."
"Day use area was well maintained, easy path to spring, and river access just past the spring. Plenty of tables and grills. Lovely in the evening with the fog creeping up the river!"
"Just one look around and we spontaneously decided to camp that night to check out the area."
"Sites with electric and water only are in nice oak woods overlooking Lake of the Ozarks. (Our site # J has a concrete stairway with 150 steps down to the water.)"
"The camp area looks new, cute playground, small fenced dog park type area, showers, laundry, fire pits and picnic tables. Very little trees or grass."
"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."
from $25 - $55 / night
Check Availability"Although this is adjacent to the Interstate exit (and therefore more noisy for a Sportsmobile tent camper), it was excellent and we’d stay there again."
"Located right off the highway, I thought to pass it by. My mistake. Friendly staff held my registration from the road."
RangerA hatchery on site, trout fishing daily limit 4. Nice stop over on a road trip, honored Access pass for discount, level site, showers, easy drive from a nearby town. Site was level, table fire pit, grill, lantern hook, access to dumpster n n water, on site dump station. There is a pool in lower part of campground as well as restraunt, store, did not use these facilities.
GuideThe camp area looks new, cute playground, small fenced dog park type area, showers, laundry, fire pits and picnic tables. Very little trees or grass. Would love it if they played up the Route 66 theme they have going. Very convenient for our fishing trip!
ScoutCampground is generally clean and well-kept. Price is definitely reasonable and the bathroom at campground 5 is VERY nice, running water and hot showers.
ScoutGreat place to camp out and have a float trip. The next time we go we will be bringing our own grill as they did not have many options on site. The staff was friendly and helpful.
GuideGood area only a mile off the highway so it made a great night stopping point. Had great access for our starlink. They have a little dog park, kids park, and it was all clean and well maintained. Easy access and some nice pull through spots. Water, sewer, and electric hook ups. Fire pit and picnic table at site. Since it’s close the highway it was a little loud with traffic. 57$ a night for premium spots, 42$ a night for non premium
RangerWe are trout fishers. This place is perfect for easy stream and running water fishing. We stayed in loop 3, site 325. We walked over to the "river" about 75 yards from our campsite. The water is shallow and clear. it was perfect. You are off grid in this park with Verizon (our service) or T-Mobile (another guest looking for connection). The lodge has Wi-Fi and I was able to pick up signal to text and call when standing outside. No connection for any data at our camp site. No Over air TV stations. One FM radio station. I you want to have any entertainment, BRING DVDs.
GuideThis is where my love of camping started. I spent many summers as a child camping at Montauk State Park with my grandparents. After those early years of riding my bike as a child around the campground loops, I now take my child there every year with the hope that he appreciates it as much as I do.
Montauk State Park is one of the Missouri Conservations four trout parks, and is located at the headwaters of the beautiful Current River. The Current along with the Jack’s Fork River make up the Ozark National Scenic Riverways National Park. Since it is one of Missouri’s trout parks you will find a majority of campers are there to fish. You can purchase a trout tag at the lodge for $3.00, and it will allow you to keep 4 trout per day with a possession limit of 8. The conservation will stock the Current on a nightly basis, based on number of tags sold the day before. The stretch of river from spring to the falls are some of my favorite fishing anywhere. I have a group of guys that get together every spring and fall for a trout fishing trip.
As the Current River winds its way through the valley, it creates one of the campground boundaries. This allows you to be near the river at all times, or even next to it, if you grab one of the spots on its banks. The campground is broken down into 4 separate loops, with loop 1 being the only basic section, all the others have electricity. I have spent more time recently camping in the basic section with the guys. We have used sites 115 for the space and 119 for the seclusion. Our family did camp on Mother’s Day on site 418, in loop 4. I would not recommend this site because you only have a small space between you and your neighbors.
There are two bathroom/shower houses with laundry facilities located in the campground, along with three campground host. You are able to purchase firewood and ice in the campground as well. Sites do go quickly so you will need to book months in advance.
The lodge has a full restaurant, as well as a diner style counter. My son love’s to go and sit at the counter to get ice cream. You will find menu item such as burgers, sandwiches, and salads, as well as a buffet on certain days. You can even order a sack lunch to take out to the river bank. The lodge also has a store stocked with camp essentials, souvenir items, and fishing supplies. If you do not have your own fishing poles, they have some for rent. You will also find the lunker board located here, so if you are lucky enough to catch a three pound trout bring it to have it weighed for your lunker patch.
If you decide not to fish, there are things to do such as take a tour of the mill when the naturalist does one of their demonstrations, hike the quarter mile trial to the springs (one of my son’s favorites, he likes to search for the water bubbling out of the ground), hike the longer 1.5 mile pine ridge trail, feed the fish at the hatchery, or take in one of the nature programs at the amphitheater. Also if you head out of the park on YY you will find Tan Vat Access located right outside the park on the Current. This is a great place to take young ones for a dip in its cool waters. Also you can take a gravel road out of the park to a funky little place called Bo’s Hollow. A family has built a small town in a field, where you can buy a bbq sandwich lunch, and take a model A ride to Ashley creek for swimming and a picnic.
I hope you get a chance to check out Montauk State Park. It is one of our family favorite destinations.
LegendThis is a great area to fish for trout. The river is beautiful and offers a place to relax. The campground offers several different options depending on your set up. The on site restaurant is good and worth a try. Such a beautiful state park.
TravelerExcellent park for trout fishing in Missouri. Camping available from March through October, when trout are stocked daily and available to keep a limit of four per person per day. Well-maintained sites are subject to flash-flooding during heavy rain. Shower and bath houses are decent. Park has privately owned lodge with store, restaurant and motel rooms and free Wifi. Beautiful scenery along spring-fed river.
Bennett Spring State Park Campground and Montauk State Park Campground offer luxury glamping accommodations near Falcon, Missouri, located in the heart of the Ozark region. The area sits at approximately 1,200 feet elevation with rolling terrain characterized by limestone bluffs and spring-fed waterways. Winter temperatures typically range from 20-45°F, while summer months reach 85-95°F with moderate humidity. Camping conditions vary significantly between seasons, with specialized trout seasons and varying levels of campground occupancy.
Winter camping options: Bennett Spring State Park Campground offers year-round camping opportunities with Campground One remaining open during winter months. "We stayed in campground one because it is the only one open during the off season. You can make reservations online before going to ensure you have the spot you want," notes one winter camper at Bennett Spring State Park Campground.
Swimming facilities: The Olympic-sized swimming pool at Bennett Spring State Park provides a welcome alternative to river activities during summer months. "The park has a pool open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Several different campgrounds offer a variety. Primarily a trout fisherman's paradise the park offers plenty for the family," explains a regular visitor.
Seasonal hiking trails: The 20+ miles of hiking trails at Bennett Spring range from leisurely stream walks to challenging mountain paths. "The park has over twenty miles of hiking trails meandering through its 3,216 acres. Trails range from a leisurely walk along the stream to that of rigorous mountain trails that reward hikers with great picturesque views of the Ozark Mountains," shares an experienced hiker.
Historic park elements: The 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps structures add historical significance to your glamping experience close to Falcon, Missouri. "One aspect of this park that is so appealing is the historical character that came from the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) improvements made back in the 1930's. They built a dam, arched bridge, cabins and shelters, dining lodge, roads, and trails," explains a visitor at Bennett Spring State Park Campground.
Spring access: The natural springs feeding these rivers provide unique swimming and exploration opportunities beyond fishing. "Hike the quarter mile trial to the springs (one of my son's favorites, he likes to search for the water bubbling out of the ground)," recommends a regular camper at Montauk State Park Campground.
Varied camping loops: The different camping areas offer distinct experiences depending on your preferences. "The campground is broken down into 4 separate loops, with loop 1 being the only basic section, all the others have electricity. I have spent more time recently camping in the basic section with the guys. We have used sites 115 for the space and 119 for the seclusion," notes a frequent Montauk visitor.
WiFi availability: Contrary to expectations, some campgrounds offer internet connectivity. "We were surprised when we found that there was Wi-Fi available for free at the campground," reports a winter camper at Bennett Spring State Park Campground.
Bathroom considerations: Restroom facilities vary across campgrounds and seasons. "One negative is we only found one toilet for the entire campground. It wasn't a problem at this time because there was hardly anybody there, but I imagine if you wanted to use the toilet during the regular season you would find yourself with a line or going somewhere else," notes a winter visitor.
Off-park swimming spots: Consider nearby swimming areas just outside park boundaries. "If you head out of the park on YY you will find Tan Vat Access located right outside the park on the Current. This is a great place to take young ones for a dip in its cool waters," shares a Lane Spring Recreation Area camper who also visits Montauk.
Biking opportunities: Paved roads throughout some campgrounds make for excellent family cycling. "The roads are all paved so it made biking for our kids easy and enjoyable. The campsite was spacious and shaded. The kids loved playing in the creek and hiking the trails," explains a family visitor at Bennett Spring State Park.
Hatchery tours: Schedule a tour of the fish hatchery for an educational experience. "If you decide not to fish, there are things to do such as take a tour of the mill when the naturalist does one of their demonstrations... feed the fish at the hatchery, or take in one of the nature programs at the amphitheater," recommends a Montauk visitor.
Local excursions: Unique attractions just outside park boundaries provide additional family entertainment. "You can take a gravel road out of the park to a funky little place called Bo's Hollow. A family has built a small town in a field, where you can buy a bbq sandwich lunch, and take a model A ride to Ashley creek for swimming and a picnic," shares a Gasconade Hills Resort visitor describing nearby attractions.
Winter RV camping: Bennett Spring offers winter RV sites with key considerations. "This time wife and I took our small camper just to get away for the weekend. We stayed in campground one because it is the only one open during the off season. Campground one is in a flat spot down by the water and it is actually rather open and built for large rigs to fit in," advises a winter RVer.
Site selection strategies: Select appropriate sites based on your preference for privacy versus fishing access. "You can also rent modern hotel suite-style cabins and eat in the dining hall so you don't have to cook. Nice general store too," notes a visitor who enjoys luxury glamping near Falcon, Missouri at Montauk State Park Campground.
Reservation timing: During peak seasons, advance reservations are essential. "Reserve early as it fills up fast!" warns an RVer about Bennett Spring's Campground 1, which offers water, sewer, and electric hookups but limited shade compared to other loops.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular glamping campsite near Falcon, MO?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Falcon, MO is Bennett Spring State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 41 reviews.
What is the best site to find glamping camping near Falcon, MO?
TheDyrt.com has all 15 glamping camping locations near Falcon, MO, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring
