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Best Dispersed Camping near Hallsville, MO

23 Reviews

Three Creeks Conservation Area and Pine Ridge Recreation Area provide free dispersed camping options near Hallsville, Missouri. Three Creeks offers primitive wilderness camping with no designated sites or facilities. Campers must scout suitable locations themselves. According to visitors, "you might prefer finding a spot and starting from the ground up." Pine Ridge Recreation Area provides more structure with designated camping spots featuring picnic tables, fire pits, and camp grills. The area includes vault toilets, trash receptacles, and potable water access points.

Access to Three Creeks can be challenging, with poor signage and overgrown trails. Several reviews mention difficulty finding camping locations, with one noting "there was no signage and Google and Apple Maps couldn't get us there." Pine Ridge offers easier vehicle access via blacktopped RV sites. Both areas enforce a 14-day maximum stay. Robert's Bluff and Franklin Island provide additional dispersed camping alternatives in the region, with Robert's Bluff offering convenient pull-off spots for overnight stays during travel. One camper noted it's "great for getting in late" with "spots away from the highway."

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Hallsville, Missouri (5)

    1. Three Creeks Conservation Area

    7 Reviews
    Ashland, MO
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 815-7900

    "An easy and beautiful spot to camp for free near I-70. About 15 minutes of a stunning drive away from the interstate. Plenty of sites, lots, and places to rest for the night. All free and secluded!"

    2. Pine Ridge Recreation Area

    13 Reviews
    New Bloomfield, MO
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 364-4621

    "Set in the Cedar Creek District of the mark Twain National Forest this campground is perfect for a night stay or a backpacking trip. On site camp hostess and privy. Great hammock camping"

    "Stayed 2 nights, blacktop rv site, back in, w table, fire pit, grill on pit as well as seperate on pedestal, covered table for storage  or prep, also picnic table, water faucet, dumpsters, vault toilet"

    3. Franklin Island

    1 Review
    New Franklin, MO
    26 miles
    Website

    4. Round Prairie Interpretive Site

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    Fulton, MO
    22 miles

    5. Robert's Bluff

    9 Reviews
    Nelson, MO
    43 miles

    "Nice free camping to overnight if you are travelling on your RV, close to the highway but without noise. No toillets. Verizon signal works good."

    "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"

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Dispersed Camping Reviews near Hallsville, MO

23 Reviews of 5 Hallsville Campgrounds

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 10, 2023

    Robert's Bluff

    Quiet and nice place

    Nice free camping to overnight if you are travelling on your RV, close to the highway but without noise. No toillets. Verizon signal works good.

  • Curtis M.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 22, 2018

    Pine Ridge Recreation Area

    Pines Pines Pines impressive

    Set in the Cedar Creek District of the mark Twain National Forest this campground is perfect for a night stay or a backpacking trip. On site camp hostess and privy. Great hammock camping

  • Charlotte B.
    Jul. 9, 2018

    Pine Ridge Recreation Area

    great trails

    Love the trails and the secluded spots. There usually are always people camping, even in the winter. Also, there are no electric sites so dont forget your generator. My husband and I have felt a little unsafe. We once had another camper come into our site and not want to leave.

  • L
    Feb. 9, 2020

    Pine Ridge Recreation Area

    Peaceful

    Stayed 2 nights, blacktop rv site, back in, w table, fire pit, grill on pit as well as seperate on pedestal, covered table for storage  or prep, also picnic table, water faucet, dumpsters, vault toilet.  Stayed in Oct so it was not busy, there were a few tents, hiking trail lots of shade.  Nice country road drive in and out.

  • Michael M.
    Jun. 18, 2021

    Pine Ridge Recreation Area

    Nice semi-quite place to overnight.

    All and all nice place. Some roads are gravel and chalky leading there (my cars still covered and I'm in Colorado now!) Pit Toilets were nice, one for campground. 2 potable water sites. Campsites were not well defined and judging by the beer cans in some site fire rings it might get rowdy on the weekend.

  • Chrischelle N.
    Sep. 8, 2020

    Pine Ridge Recreation Area

    Great Campground

    Pros: Free!! Close to Columbia but far enough away for a getaway. Easy to find from the road, even in the dark. Fire pits and picnic tables are there. Vault toilets and running water available. Hiking trailhead at the entrance of the campground. Camping spots are spaced out enough.

    Cons: Can hear lawn-mowing and Gun shots from neighboring properties in the early morning. Still not the end of the world. Definitely fills up on the weekends.

    I stayed at #3 and it was a very spacious private spot. If you have kids/dogs I recommend spot #4 it has a long strip of playroom for running around without disturbing other spaces. 2 week maximum stay.

  • FThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 6, 2020

    Pine Ridge Recreation Area

    Pine Ridge Dispersed camping at Mark Twain National Forest

    There was easy access to the campground. There were designated spots to camp that had a picnic table and camp grill. Didn't like people just sitting in parked cars in the campground. Quite place to camp for the night.

  • Truly W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2025

    Robert's Bluff

    Nice free spot right off I-70

    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

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2023

    Robert's Bluff

    Good for over night

    Decided to take my time heading from Southern WA to Southern IN and this is the best dispersed camping I’ve seen on this trip. I’ll definitely stop here again if I’m ever heading down I-70, and hopefully I’ll have my RV with me.

Guide to Hallsville

Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Hallsville, Missouri, where nature enthusiasts can enjoy serene landscapes and outdoor adventures. With a variety of options available, campers can find the perfect spot to unwind and connect with nature.

Dispersed campers should check out Three Creeks Conservation Area

  • This area allows for campfires, making it a great spot for evening gatherings under the stars.
  • It's pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along for the adventure.
  • Access is primarily through hiking or walking, providing a more immersive experience in nature.

Scenic trails for hiking at Pine Ridge Recreation Area

  • The area features well-maintained trails that are perfect for hiking enthusiasts looking to explore the outdoors.
  • Campers can enjoy the convenience of potable water and clean vault toilets during their stay.
  • With its picturesque surroundings, this spot is ideal for a peaceful getaway while still being close to essential amenities.

Unique wildlife experiences at Robert's Bluff

  • Located near a river, this area offers opportunities to see local wildlife, including trout and turtles.
  • The site is free and provides a quiet atmosphere, perfect for those seeking solitude in nature.
  • It's a great choice for both tent and RV camping, accommodating various camping preferences.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Hallsville, MO is Three Creeks Conservation Area with a 2.3-star rating from 7 reviews.

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