3 campgrounds with availability next weekend
St. Francois State Park Campground accommodates equestrians with spacious campsites designed for horse trailers. The campground features two distinct areas, with Campground 2 specifically set up for horses, providing larger sites to meet equestrian needs. Trails for horses are separate from ATV paths, ensuring a safer riding experience. Greensfelder County Park offers electric hookups at sites 20-29, with tie stalls under a roof, a round pen, and mounting blocks in the camping area. The park maintains well-marked trails with maps available for riders. Sites are reservable and include fire pits, picnic tables, and lantern poles. The shower houses and bathrooms remain open year-round, with frost-free water available at both ends of the campground.
The Berryman Trail connects to Brazil Creek Recreation Area, offering primitive equestrian camping opportunities in Mark Twain National Forest. Berryman Campground includes a pavilion, parking area, and horse tie-out spaces adjacent to the trailhead. Brazil Creek provides tie-out areas for horses with ample space for tent and horse trailer parking. A crystal-clear stream runs behind the campground, just deep enough for horses to cool off after trail rides. St. Joe State Park also offers equestrian-friendly camping with trails that accommodate both beginners and experienced riders. Trails throughout these areas are well-maintained and clearly marked, though some become challenging during wet weather. Most equestrian sites in the region fill quickly on weekends and holidays, making advance reservations essential during peak riding seasons.
"Not a huge campground but, Its a really simple beautiful place to enjoy Missouri's rolling hills. It is located 1 hour from St. Louis and 30 ish min from Elephant Rock State park."
"My site was close to the camp host and the shower house. Shower house was nice with 4 separate showers with locking doors. Water pressure was great and they were clean."
Available next weekend
from $14 - $23 / night
"Our site was gravel to park on with grass around it. Close to train tracks and highway, but didn’t notice with AC on in the camper. Close to 6 flags."
"This campground is fairly close to downtown and very close to lots of shopping. A great place to stay to stock up on supplies before heading west."
"pros- activities for kids/fam nice pool tons of trees easy access from highway close amenities (Walmart, six flags, etc) close to StL (tons to do) we did grants farm and city museum one day"
"We spent a weekend here because we wanted to be close to six flags. I swear this place was more fun!!!"
"There is no equestrian camping and the parking for horse trailers is super small. There’s a neat 7 mile loop goes by old stable as well."
"Babler State Park Wildwood, MO
💰 $12-$21/night
🗓 Feb 19-21, 2022
Site 48 ⚡️💧
🦮 Pets Welcome (on leash at all times)
➕Concrete Pads, Quiet, Close to Interstate 40, Paved Roads, Easy to Access"
Available next weekend
from $14 - $29 / night
"Heavy equestrian park, it’s not required (to have a horse) to stay here. A few piles of horses droppings but very well maintained."
"Pretty nice wooded campground close to St. Louis! Each site has a picnic bench, a fire pit and grill."
"So, as one of Missouri’s atv parks, this can be a load one. But, you can camp at campground 2, and you’re dealing with a MUCH more classic camping scenario."
"A great spot with a minute walk to a very well kept shower house and bathroom. We really liked this spot at CG#1."
Available next weekend
from $14 - $46 / night
"We love the beautiful lake, the swimming area is big and has a nice patio for access. You can rent a cart to go running around the huge campground. Very friendly staff."
from $25 - $36 / night
"Great spot in a beautiful area close to St. Louis. No power but access to drinking water and waste water dump for just 8$."
"Horseshoe Lake is one of my most visited parks and most favorite park in the STL and surrounding areas. First off absolutely beautiful land and peace is easily achieved."
"It's remote and off the beaten path. A small campground with only 8 spots, some big enough for RVs. No hook ups or water. Pack it in and pack it out. Each site had enough space from each other."
"Pavillion, parking and horse tie out area adjacent trailhead. Excellent place to bring the kids if you want to unplug them from the media world. Trails and bugs and things that go bump in the night."
from $8 - $15 / night
"Positives: quiet time starting at 11:00 pm, we didn’t hear cursing, loud music, or anything else that disturbs little ones once they go to sleep, close to the river, clean restroom and shower house, shaded"
"They have a family section if you prefer to be away from the louder bunch."
RangerThis is a decent campground to stay for free. There is a pit toilet. There was only one picnic table and not many defined spots but I think you can pull up in the grass wherever you like. It's right at a trailhead. I started to walk the trail but couldn't find it when it crossed the road. The roads are good getting here. The campground road has a few pot holes, but nothing too bad. I would come back here and look for nearby hiking.
GuideI gave this campground a five star again. I am a solo female camper. I like to go to places that are safe with a good atmosphere and this had both and plenty of things to do a roundabout when coming through this area again I will definitely stay here.
GuideCamping area is closed until further notice. Construction
LegendThis is a park not far from St Louis with camping and hiking. Campground is on the small side.
GuideI know a large majority of the park is meant for ORV’s but there was just constant noise even in the campground. Besides that it was great though!
ScoutDecided to visit with family(wife, teenage daughter, and 76 y.o. father) this Saturday afternoon, after completing a peaceful hike at Onandoga S.P., to consider camping later in the week. We politely, respectfully drove into the campground on the MAIN LOOP, around 5-10 mph, and checked the condition of the campsites. We noticed a few other campers present throughout the campground. Our windows were rolled down. Near the primitive campsites, a white vehicle rapidly, aggressively approached us from the left, rear of our car. Horn blaring. RECKLESSLY drove right up onto our rear bumper, then swerved to the left to try to force us over. The man rapidly approached us from his vehicle and accosted us with multiple, rapid fire questions what we were doing and why we were there. WHILE HE WAS AGGRESSIVELY INTERROGATING US, HE WAS CROUCHED FORWARD, POSTURING THAT HE WAS PREPARED TO DRAW ON US. I COULD CLEARLY SEE HIS LEFT HAND ON A FIREARM IN HIS LEFT POCKET- the handle of the firearm was clearly visible. The silhouette of the gun was clearly visible in his left pants pocket. Any reasonably intelligent person would have seen as we drove at a near walking pace on the main loop that we were not there to cause any problems. Any REMOTELY INTELLIGENT person would have instantly realized that we were just a family checking out potential campsites. Any reasonable person would have also considered this RECKLESS ACT OF AGGRESSION as a threat on their family. I was concerned for the safely of my family and myself. An embarrassing act of overreach. The"security guard" identified himself as"Dave." We will NEVER give this place our business again. I will NEVER risk taking my family here again. This place probably does not want your family here either...
ScoutThis campground is nice for March, when it's a little cool. But there is no shade, so mid-summer would be hot! Level sites, full hookups, pretty nice.
TravelerHad a wonderful weekend camping trip in the basic loop. Grass well-trimmed, campground pretty clean and full of families. Definitely a lot of kid noise, but I much prefer that to adults drinking into the night. Staff always cheerful and eager to provide a good experience; they do ride around every so often to check in on things. Camp host on site. Some sites certainly better than others; the biggest ones are near the entrance to the basic loop.
Bathrooms older and not spotless, but they stay on top of stocking them. Very well lit at night. Check-in station has patches, t-shirts, and firewood for sale in big bundles for $5. They do cover them when it rains.
There is definitely a friendly community atmosphere, but you can keep to yourself if that's your preference.
There is a nice 3-mile hike that begins at the campground.
ScoutIt's a nice lil place to camp but the camp sites r not that big
Equestrian camping opportunities near Herculaneum, Missouri extend beyond the standard trail riding experience. Located in the eastern Ozark foothills, this region features numerous horse-friendly campgrounds within an hour's drive. Most equestrian sites in this area sit at elevations between 500-1,000 feet, with summer temperatures averaging 85-90°F and spring conditions typically featuring muddy trails after rainfall.
Trail riding year-round: At Greensfelder County Park, riders can access multiple trail systems regardless of season. "Trails are well marked with maps available" and the park maintains "a round pen for turn out, and large campsites designed for horse trailers," according to Alicia B.
Swimming with horses: Brazil Creek at Berryman Trail offers natural water access where horses can cool down. The area features "a crystal-clear stream runs behind the campground, just deep enough for horses to cool off after trail rides" without the crowds found at larger parks.
Mountain biking alternatives: When trails are too muddy for horses, St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA offers "bike rentals, basketball courts" and is located "close to Saint Louis, Six Flags, and hiking," as noted by Jan S. This provides activities when trails are closed due to conditions.
Secluded camping options: Berryman Trail & Campgrounds provides free, primitive camping with "8 sites, some big enough for RVs" where "the sites are well spaced apart" according to Tommy S. These sites connect directly to horse trails without requiring trailer movement.
Multi-day ride access: The trail systems interconnect multiple camping areas. "The Berryman Trail is a 24 mile trail we backpacked overnight to the Brazil Creek campground and back," notes Patti M., though horse riders typically complete this route in 6-8 hours with appropriate rest stops.
Clean facilities: Despite heavy horse use, St. Francois State Park Campground maintains clean amenities. "Bathroom and showers are clean, as is entire park," reports Delores B., which is particularly important for longer stays with horses.
Limited capacity requires planning: Most equestrian sites fill quickly, especially during peak weekends. Hannah W. advises that "sites are well spaced apart" at Berryman but "check before selecting a site as ours was missing a grate" for cooking.
Campsite selection matters: Choose sites based on your specific needs. "Sites 20-29 have electric" at Greensfelder, while "site 29 only have 2-20 amp plugs no 30 didn't realize till we parked," warns Matthew H., which can affect your horse trailer hookup options.
Seasonal trail conditions: St. Joe State Park Campground offers varied terrain but "has two distinct camping areas. Olivia S. explains, "If you want more seclusion and don't really care about being right next to the showers, I would suggest CG#2" which has "a trail located right by our spot, it's a good hike!"
Non-equestrian activities: For families with both riders and non-riders, St. Francois provides options. "Hiking is beautiful especially if you go the first few weeks in april and the wild flowers of the bluebells are in bloom," shares Delores B., adding there's a "playground for grandkids and plenty of shaded campsites."
Budget-friendly alternatives: When specialized horse camps exceed your budget, consider Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground. "Peaceful tent camping on Walkers Island at $8 per day," notes ML W., though you'll need to trailer horses in for day use only.
Water safety planning: With horses and children, water access requires coordination. Grant M. advises that at St. Joe State Park, "There are a number of more interesting parks in the area" and "two clean and well kept swimming areas" for after-ride cooling off.
Equestrian site dimensions: Horse trailer RVs have specific needs. At Greensfelder, "sites 24-26 can fit a fifth wheel probably no bigger than 36-38 ft" while "site 29 where we stayed can fit a 40' fifth wheel," according to Matthew H., who notes there's "a lot of room to back in."
Hookup planning: For trailers with living quarters, Bass' River Resort offers flexible options. "We pulled our popup down and chose a site without hookups... This site is right on the gravel bar and about 100 ft from waters edge," explains Rick K., adding bathhouses are "about a 100 yard walk" from equestrian sites.
Horse-specific amenities: Compare water availability for horses between parks. Some equestrian sites have "frost free water at both ends of the campground" while others require hauling water to horse areas, particularly during winter months when some systems are winterized.
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