Camping near Glencoe, Missouri offers convenient options for travelers with RVs within a 30-mile radius of this small community located in the Meramec River valley. The region experiences hot summers with temperatures typically reaching the mid-90s and mild winters, making spring and fall ideal for outdoor activities. Seasonal flooding can impact some campgrounds in the area, particularly those located near waterways.
What to do
Brewery visits from camp: Beyond the Trail RV Park in Defiance provides excellent access to local breweries within walking distance. "A short 5 minute walk to 'downtown' Defiance, the campground is right next to the Katy Trail. Forgot your bike? Walk 3 minutes away and rent one. Want to float the Missouri? They have a canoe outfitter on site. Need a cold beer or hot coffee, it's right next door at the local brew pub and coffee house," shares Annie C.
Historic exploration: Sundermeier RV Park in St. Charles offers a convenient base for exploring the region's historical sites. "You can literally be parked right at the Katy Trail. Through the gate at the rear of the campground, and you can bike for miles. Easy ride in to St. Charles a wonderful historic river town on the Missouri River," notes Cheryl K.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple rv parks near Glencoe feature fishing ponds for guests. According to Chad H. at Pin Oak RV Park, "Fishing pond was a blast for the kids!" The park maintains a stocked catch-and-release pond perfect for family-friendly fishing without requiring a Missouri fishing license.
What campers like
Ease of access: RV Self-Park in Sullivan provides convenient interstate access for overnight stays. "I was impressed with this place. It's not staffed on-site as far as I saw. You can reserve a site online or just do it when you get there as I did. After paying the power is supposed to be turned on," explains Russell K., highlighting the automated convenience for travelers.
Security features: Many Glencoe area RV parks feature enhanced security systems. "Very well lit, very clean and very easy to get in and very secure with a ton of cameras. Also has a really nice dog area," notes Grant about his experience at RV Self-Park.
On-site food options: Several campgrounds near Glencoe offer dining without leaving the property. "The real gem is the little town of Washington about 15 mins away which has great restaurants and an awesome ice cream place. We also found a place nearby that rented tubes and kayaks for floating down the Meremec River," reports Carrie A. about staying at Pin Oak RV Park.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Some rv parks around Glencoe experience periodic flooding. At St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park, "One of the downsides to this location is that it is prone to flooding. It was out of commission for most of the summer of 2019 as the entire area was flooded. But the City of St Peters did a great job getting this place back to usable with new sod, a new bathhouse, and some general sprucing up," according to Annie C.
Noise factors: Train and highway noise impacts several campgrounds in the area. "Close to train tracks and highway, but didn't notice with AC on in the camper," explains Craig F. about his stay at St. Louis West KOA.
Limited shade in newer parks: Recently developed RV parks may lack mature trees. "This park had very little of that. It seems to be new, and there are trees planted, but it will be awhile before they provide any shade," writes Susan L. about St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park.
Tips for camping with families
Recreation options: St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA offers numerous family activities. "There is lots to do at this park. There is a pool, bike rentals, dog park, movie night, basketball court, and more. You can bring your RV, travel trailer, tent camp, or stay in a cabin," notes Crystal H.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Local parks offer chances to see diverse animals. "The lake is great to walk around, about a 3 mile walk or bike on a paved trail. You can see all kinds of wildlife in and around the lake- deer, bald eagles, pelicans, ducks, snakes," shares Annie C. about her visit to St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park.
Indoor activities for rainy days: Some campgrounds provide indoor facilities. Pin Oak RV Park has "Nice pool and an arcade area with plenty of room to hangout inside," according to Chad H., making it suitable for families needing rainy day options.
Tips from RVers
Wi-Fi reliability varies: Internet connectivity differs significantly between parks. "The wi-fi was surprisingly good enough that my wife and I could both work off of it and even stream shows on the Roku the whole week, except for our last day for some strange reason," reports Charlie & Danielle B. about their stay at Covered Bridge RV Park.
Electrical safety concerns: Always check electrical connections when arriving. "DO NOT use the 30A receptacles here unless you have a surge protector with an Electrical Management System (EMS) that explicitly confirms correct wiring before connecting your RV. My equipment detected a Line/Neutral Reversal on some 30A receptacles," warns Jeff C. about his experience at Sundermeier RV Park.
Drainage issues: Some campgrounds experience water retention problems during heavy rain. "My only complaint is they have some drainage issues if it rains a lot. A few of the campsites will flood, not bad enough to get to your camper, but just enough to be annoying," notes Adam F. about Beyond the Trail RV Park.
