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Arrow Rock State Historic Site Campground permits pets throughout its spacious sites, offering electric-only hookups for RV campers and a separate basic loop with twelve tent sites well away from the RV area. The campground features clean shower houses and bathrooms, with sites positioned at angles to increase privacy between campers. Both tent and RV accommodations welcome pets, with most sites shaded by trees. Campers report the host is attentive and friendly, regularly driving through the campground to check on things. Rudolf Bennitt Conservation Area provides free primitive camping with pets allowed, offering a natural setting with vault toilets but no drinking water or electric hookups. The camping area includes multiple equestrian sites throughout the conservation area.
Dogs have access to several walking trails near Arrow Rock, including paths that connect the campground to the historic downtown area and the Missouri River. A well-marked trail system with crushed rock paths makes for comfortable walks with pets in all seasons. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound for campers and their pets, with rabbits, deer, and numerous bird species frequently spotted throughout the area. The Rudolf Bennitt area includes a fishing lake with docks and boat ramp where pets can join their owners. Some campers note the Arrow Rock campground has limited cell phone service, making it ideal for a technology break while enjoying nature with pets. During summer months, the shaded sites at Arrow Rock provide welcome relief from heat for both campers and their animals.
"Camping right alongside the Katy Trail is hard to find. This campground is one of two I know of. Full hookups at most sites and nearly all are tree covered."
"Great campground for short visit along Katy Trail. All sites are full hookup & pull-through. Most sites shaded with trees."
"Visited in March 2021, some pot holes in drive way, but manageable. Trees seemed to be trimmed back compared to other reviews. Nice facilities and great staff!"
"The camp sites are very close to each other. But the campers around us were very nice. Only needed one night and it worked prayer for us."
from $45 - $52 / night
Check Availability"Well maintained path. Not much area to camp, but works great for tent camping right up next to the river."
"Nice spot to camp for the night if you’re driving through Missouri. Not a terrible amount of mosquitos and the roads don’t get bad after an average rain"
"Put in some miles and didn’t get in until about 2am and this was easy to find and great spots away from the highway but also didn’t have to trek far away"
"Heavily forested with a lake. Trails and camping areas in woods are setup for equestrian with good trails for hikers, bikers and horses. Camping at lake is open gravel or grass."
"Stay at lake for three days, established area with vault toilet and gravel parking. Has boat ramp and fishing docks."
"Also two cats hang out around the site. No bathroom we could find."
"Ground away from the campsite was a bit muddy and made a mess. No surprises there! Established campfire ring at 2 spots. Another ring farther down in the turnaround beyond the boat launch."
"A beautiful campground located right next to the Missouri River. Live music, amazing Thai food, general store with snacks, beer, ice cream and merchandise."
"See beautiful scenery on the MO River & Katy Trail. You may get to see a paddleboat cruising the river."
from $10 - $60 / night
Check Availability"City Park that is right outside of town. 17 spots that are first come first serve, roughly 4 people seem to be full time residents, but kept the park clean."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"There is almost nothing on the 70 through Missouri that's remotely interesting, so finding this place was a score. Its a newer park run by a father and son who have been steadily making improvements."
from $49 - $53 / night
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ScoutWe are homeless and we got a campsite for two week here and I got a special needs child. And my boy were up at the water and all I did was call then over to me and I get 3 cops at my site. When cross from me the people at that site start there car off and on all night and dog parks from 6 am to 8 am. But I get told if I am loud I get kick out. Thank you for the welcoming feel
TravelerMight not have showers but is a nice free campground. It’s pet friendly and you are not on top of your neighbors. Definitely going to come back here.
LegendThe Pine Ridge Campground a few miles down the road was full, so we ended up at 1 of the 8 sites here. This is an equestrian campground that allows non-horse campers, but prefers you check Pine Ridge first. We had a fine one-night stay while traveling through, but encountered A LOT of ticks on the overgrown trail. BEWARE of ticks and check yourselves and your pets if staying here. No cell service.
ScoutGreat stop 5 minutes off of I-70! The site has three camp sites available with car pull ins and fire rings. Lots of mosquitoes due to the site being right on the water. Also two cats hang out around the site. No bathroom we could find.
LegendLong branch SP located in north central Missouri is a fantastic state park. The campground is well situated on the banks of long branch lake. The walk in sites are 50 feet from the lake and are level. The park has a swimming beach along with boat ramps and as we were told great fishing. The majority of the camp sites have lake views and are far enough from the highway that it is quiet at night. There are several hiking trails, from a prairie hike to a forest hike. The facilities are updated and clean. Talking with the park ranger, this park does fill on up quickly and reservation are recommended.
GuideI have two dogs. They are friendly, but get rather rambunctious when they see other dogs. I prefer sites that I can keep them tucked away.
On the electric sites - sites 1-10 are in an area with lots of trees and shade, while sites 11-17 are more open, but still have a few trees for shade.
We stayed in the premium electric spot #15. It felt roomy and was close to the bathrooms. If your like me, and prefer a tucked away spot, go for #17 (no immediate neighbors to your left).
The park itself is delightful. There are hiking, biking and water trails. Hiking trail was really nice with a surprise waterfall! Because the majority of campers were out in their ATV’s, we had the hiking trail all to ourselves. The kayak/canoe loop trail is nifty as there is no need to park a car in another location.
Bathrooms were well kept. Shower house was just ok.
RangerWe camped out here for the weekend.
The campground is one circular lot with I think around 18 spots. Some are basic just for tents and some have water and or electric.
The ones on the inside of the circle have more space and are more open but you don't have any privacy. Most spots on the outside of the circle, especially on the north and west sides have more privacy but not as much space.
The grounds are well kept with grass while maintained.
I hiked on most of the trails in one day. I missed the memorial trail and boardwalk. Home that I walked on will maintained. Some of them are more difficult than others but none of them too strenuous.
Note about the lake - Once you get to the parking lot for the lake you'll see nothing but trees. On the east side of the parking lot (next to the state park signage/billboard) there are two trail heads. Take the one on the left. There's a quarter mile hike down to the lake. The way back is mostly uphill. Not too steep, but steep enough you might feel it if you don't do much hiking/walking.
Playground It had a nice playground for small kids including a little play area and some swing sets.
Restrooms There were two bathrooms present. One was a traditional drop toilet. It had a solar fan so surprisingly it did not have any smell. The other bathroom has a shower and the women's had two toilets and the men's had one toilet and a urinal. Everything was clean.
Dog-friendliness We did not take any dogs but we saw plenty of people who had dogs.
ScoutA beautiful campground located right next to the Missouri River. Live music, amazing Thai food, general store with snacks, beer, ice cream and merchandise. A bathroom (in addition to portapotties) as well as indoor shower. Very kind people all around
RangerNice big rig friendly campground. One row of full timers while the majority of the park is for shorter stays. Large level gravel spots that can accommodate any size. Visited in March 2021, some pot holes in drive way, but manageable. Trees seemed to be trimmed back compared to other reviews. Nice facilities and great staff! Not a good spot on campground to walk larger dogs, but road next to campground leads to ballpark and fairgrounds, with plenty of walking room. Overall nice quiet stay.
Camping options near Fayette, Missouri include a mix of established campgrounds and natural areas with primitive accommodations. Most campgrounds in this region sit at elevations between 600-800 feet with rolling terrain characteristic of the northern Missouri plains. Summer temperatures typically reach 85-95°F during peak camping season, while spring and fall offer milder conditions with occasional thunderstorms.
Fishing opportunities: Rudolf Bennitt Conservation Area offers a fishing lake with docks and a boat ramp where you can cast a line. "Nice fishing lake with docks, boat ramp and vault toilet and the only one provided," notes a visitor to Rudolf Bennitt Conservation Area.
Historic exploration: Visit the nearby historic sites that showcase Missouri's past. "The main appeal is the nearby town of Arrow Rock with its many historic buildings and an excellent interpretation center. Great for a pleasant cycle in the evening or a stroll after a bottle of wine," according to a camper at Arrow Rock State Historic Site Campground.
Water activities: The region's rivers and lakes provide kayaking and canoeing options. "This park is one of my favorite nearby spots to take the kayak out and just float. Paddling through these channels is such a dreamy experience," shares a visitor to Finger Lakes State Park.
Stargazing: Clear night skies away from city lights create excellent conditions for stargazing. One camper at Arrow Rock State Historic Site mentioned "Beautiful Stargazing views" and noted "Photos don't capture the true essence!"
Quiet camping environments: Many campgrounds provide peaceful settings away from urban noise. "We stayed on site 13 for one night in October 2020. It's about 15-20 minutes from I70. Electric and water hookups, clean showers, very nice campground host. Good spacing between sites, pretty level parking spot, picnic table, fire pit, etc."
Easy trail access: Several campgrounds connect directly to recreational trails. A visitor to Katy Roundhouse Campground reports, "Camping right alongside the Katy Trail is hard to find. This campground is one of two I know of. Full hookups at most sites and nearly all are tree covered."
Convenient location: Many sites provide quick access to highways while maintaining a natural feel. "This is a nice quiet little campground nestled in some farm fields. The facilities are well maintained and it was very quiet when we were there. There are plenty of birds, rabbits, deer and other critters around, but really nothing else."
Riverside camping: Sites along the Missouri River offer unique views. A camper at Cooper's Landing shares, "Campsites were right on the Missouri River. Had great views and a stunning sunset. Staff was super friendly and helpful."
Limited connectivity: Cell service varies significantly between campgrounds. "No cell phone service really," notes a camper at Arrow Rock, while another mentions, "We occasionally got 1 bar on T-mobile." Plan accordingly if you need to stay connected.
Weather considerations: The area can experience sudden storms and flooding, especially near rivers. "I was told to check the weather just to make sure it's not going to flood. It's right beside a river," advises a camper at Robert's Bluff.
Reservation requirements: Some parks require advance booking while others operate first-come, first-served. "You're supposed to reserve>24 hours in advance but we pulled up around 8 pm and got a site," shares one Arrow Rock visitor.
Seasonal facilities: Some amenities operate only during certain months. "No bath house until April 1 and no cell coverage (T-Mobile) but wonderful walking, hiking and biking areas," explains a camper.
Choose campgrounds with playground access: Some area campgrounds offer play equipment for children. "Great playground. Several large rigs in our row, we still fit. Decorated wonderfully for Halloween. Kids are happy!" reports a visitor to Cottonwoods RV Park.
Consider bug protection: Insect activity can be heavy, especially in summer. "The only real downfall was the bugs but it's the outdoors so it happens! The small town of Arrow Rock is as beautiful as it is charming with all the things you could need."
Look for educational opportunities: Several campgrounds offer historical or nature learning experiences. "This campsite has it all if you are liking those camping comforts. Showes, facilities, fire pit and lets not forget the hiking trails to include that the Santa Fe Trail crosses the MO river close to this sight."
Select shaded sites in summer: Missouri summers can be hot and humid. "We stayed 2 weekend nights in late summer/early Fall. Every site was occupied but still it was pretty quiet. Nice ~2 mile walking trail through the woods was shady and cool despite the heat."
Check site dimensions carefully: Some campgrounds have tight spacing between sites. "The sites were very close to each other. Our slide nearly went over the patio of the next site over. But it was our family staying in that lot so it was ok."
Leveling requirements: Many sites require some adjustments. "Our pull-through site was nice and level. Only had to level front to back," notes a Cottonwoods RV Park visitor.
Dog friendly campgrounds near Fayette: Most campgrounds in the region welcome pets, with Rudolf Bennitt Conservation Area and Arrow Rock State Historic Site being particularly accommodating for pet owners. Campers mention the conservation areas have plenty of space for dogs to walk on trails.
Utility access: Water and electric hookups vary between campgrounds. "Electric and water hookups, clean showers, very nice campground host," mentions one camper describing their experience at a pet-friendly campsite near Fayette.
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