Best Tent Camping near Hollister, MO

Recent Tent Reviews near Hollister, Missouri

810 Reviews of 18 Hollister Campgrounds

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  Tom K.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 2, 2017

  Withrow Springs State Park Campground

  Great for Hiking Hobbs/ Visiting Eureka

  We have debated staying here for years but with the cost for an RV spot at $30+ per night, we were priced out. However, last fall they opened 10 walk in tent camping spots and we were sold. The cost is the normal amount of around $12 a night for a tent site and each comes with a great spot for the tent, a fire ring, and a table. The campground gets loud but it is always enjoyable. The grounds have hiking trails and a pool. We have never been on the War Eagle River to float as it is only seasonal.

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  Inez W.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 15, 2020

  Branson KOA

  Great location but not for tents

  This is one of the largest KOAs I've stayed at and the kampground itself is very nice. The staff were great ands check in was super quick. Also, there's a rugged little trail that goes behind the kampground. It was a great little walk for the dog and I to stretch our legs after our long drive. 

  The tent sites are all located at the back of the kampground around a circular pavillion. Each tent site has its own water facet, electricity, and fair internet which are somewhat redeeming for the negatives below. It's nice to have a covered picnic table and the lattice provides some privacy from the picnic tables of the other campers. Other than the traffic is very quiet in by 7:30 or so. Everyone seems respectful of each other. 

  The tent sites are disappointing to me. They're small, close together, and nearer to the highway than makes for a good night's sleep in a tent. That makes them kind of pricey for what you get.

  I'm tent camping because I want to be distanced from other people. I put mine up as far to the side as I can go, but I'm  still literally only 10 feet from the next tent. Other users mentioned grass on the sites. I haven't seen any grass around and site 5 has only stones on the tent pad. This site also has probably the worst view. It faces out toward one of the kampground roads and is in full view of the street light. The back sites seem darker.

  I'd highly recommend this KOA if you're visiting Branson in a trailer or RV. The kabins also look really cute (and there are lots of them!). If I visited here again in a tent, I'd pick one of the two sites that face the woods.

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  Crystal C.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 1, 2020

  KOA Campground Branson

  Smaller camping area

  After reading from some this was not equipped for tent campers I would have to beg to differ. The campground is great for those camping in a tent!!

  I spoke to someone before checking it out and they were more than welcoming but did mention that the grassy spaces were a bit limited. They did however openly welcome tents!!

  The ground without grass does pose a bit more of a challenge should you get one of those spaces but with proper padding it is a great location to visit. The water front is great and they do have a dock to access the water for fishing and an area for launching kayaks which is very nice.

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  JonMark

  Scout

  

  May. 30, 2024

  White River Campgrounds

  Wors Campgrounds.. the camp manager is the worst I have ever seen

  Even though their website says they have tent camping they DO NOT

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  Julia B.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 6, 2021

  Bull Shoals-White River State Park

  Angler’s Paradise

  Park is clean and well run. Along the beautiful White River, trout heaven. 3 “cabins” available, these are park model RVs in permanent spots along the River. Tent sites with no hookups available, but not at rivers edge. You can put a tent on an RV spot. Programs available from park rangers. Store in campgrounds has most of what you may have forgotten. Tent sites have trees for setting a hammock, some better than others.

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  Barrett C.

  Traveler

  

  Feb. 17, 2020

  Roaring River State Park Campground

  Beautiful Place

  Went tent camping with the family (6 of us ages 1-33) during the offseason. Just a beautiful place. Kids had a blast.

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  Michael V.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 30, 2022

  Baxter

  Great view of lake, lots to do

  We stopped in at Baxter Campground for a few days on our way to Rogers. We were at site 18, right on the water. We camp in a tent, so the tent pad was really appreciated, just a little too close to the fire ring. There were plenty of trees with shade, we had plenty of room for a hammock to enjoy the breeze and lake view.

  My only complaint is the shower /washrooms were HOT! There were fans there, but wow you take a shower and then sweat as you are getting dressed. Lol

  Would stay again

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  ki

  Scout

  

  Jul. 14, 2022

  The Farm - Campground & Events

  Very quite and clean

  The groundskeeper was pleasant. The bathrooms very clean and super cute! So many places to tent camp and the view is amazing! I loved all the art work around as well.

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  Chris M.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 23, 2021

  Withrow Springs State Park Campground

  On of the best state park campgrounds

  This is one of our favorite state parks in Arkansas. Great full hook up sites and tent sites.

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  Erin-Frannie R.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 25, 2022

  Prairie Creek (AR)

  Quiet sites on Beaver Lake

  We stayed in tent site 107 because it looked the most secluded on the park map. It definitely is the most secluded but the drop-off from the asphalt to the site ranges from 6-12+". Only parking for this site is on the loop. Thankfully it is the only site on the loop so no one needs to drive down there. We enjoyed the privacy and the view of the marina. The swimming area is rocky so take some wet shoes. Will definitely be staying in one of the smaller, level tent sites every time we go back to Bentonville/Rogers.

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  Erin A.

  Traveler

  

  May. 4, 2018

  Withrow Springs State Park Campground

  Nice little spot

  We went to this quaint little park for a quick weekend getaway. Two families with kids met up and tent camped in sites next to each other. Clean campground, beautiful dogwoods, cute little spring.

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  Kevin C.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 13, 2021

  Springfield - Route 66 KOA

  a Nice KOA, but still a KOA

  Perfectly nice place, very friendly staff, and really not much to complain about. The wifi signal was very weak in the tent sites, but useable. There is a train that goes by occasionally, but didnt bother me. Nice little fenced dog runs, was a cute touch. But at the end of the day it is basically like all KOA’s an RV parking lot with trees. Close to Springfield which is nice, and there arent a lot of great options around this area so it was fine for a one night stay over. Bonus points for being able to get a pizza delivered to my tent site.

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  Jim H.

  Ranger

  

  Jun. 10, 2019

  Southern Missouri Off-Road Ranch

  Great campsite and spot if you are in to off-roading

  Went here for a Jeep Jamboree and had a great time. There are several areas to tent camp and have great amenities as well. Toilets, showers, food, etc. The hosts are very hospitable and treat you great!

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  Jewlia T.

  Traveler

  

  May. 8, 2020

  KOA Campground Branson

  Very cute campsite!

  I went with my family to go tent camping here. Nice tent spots that are flat. Ground is somewhat hard to get spikes into and depending on the season, expect rain! The woods behind are non threatening, you don’t really have to worry about animals. Fire pits are great too.

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  Susan H.

  Guide

  

  May. 19, 2018

  Withrow Springs State Park Campground

  Hidden Gem

  This small State Park just outside Huntsville Arkansas has many amenities. Family friendly handicap accesible. I has 30 tent Rv and walk in tent camping. There is a very nice playground for the kids, a swimming pool in the summer months. Campgrounds are very clean clean and have full bathrooms and showers.

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  Sarah T.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 4, 2021

  Fishermans Paradise

  Hidden Gem

  Wonderful out of the way hidden gem! Owner is friendly and place is so very well kept! This was a last minute stay for us as our original campsite flooded. What a blessing in disguise! Ponds for fishing and swimming. On site kayaks. RV camping. Tent camping and monthly music festivals!

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  Jess C.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 26, 2020

  Lake Leatherwood City Park

  Quiet Lake

  Camping was closed due to Covid, but we strolled thru the campgrounds. The tent camping area was spacious and close to the water. The handful of RV sites were very close together and up the hill from the water, without much view.

  The lake is nice and quiet, allowing kayak, canoe, and SUP.

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  Barrett C.

  Traveler

  

  Jan. 6, 2021

  Tall Pines Campground

  Crowded Holiday Weekend

  Place was fine and well kept. Convenient store and pool and playground were nice. Went on a holiday weekend so I expected it to be crowded. Didnt expect such small tent sites so close together. If it isn't crowded not a big deal.

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  Kate S.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 4, 2018

  Cobb Ridge

  Great side trip on route 66

  While this is mostly an RV campground there are some tent campsites that are out of the way and usually free. It is an off-roading park so be aware of the noise.

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  Jenny O.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 23, 2018

  Aunts Creek

  Beautiful campground!

  We loved this campground. My parents brought their camper and we tent camped. The park was beautiful, the facilities were very clean, and the people were friendly! It was nice and quiet, close to the lake, and our children loved the pool! Just a short drive to Branson or to do some mountain biking in the state park! We will be back!

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  Fred S.

  Legend

  

  Nov. 23, 2021

  Bull Shoals-White River State Park

  Great view of the White River

  Mainly an RV campground with some tent sites. Camped with our camper van at site #35 along the White River. Long walk to the restroom from here. The RV sites have paved drives & offer views of the river. Most sites are small, feels crowded, although there were many unoccupied "Reserved" sites. No privacy between most sites; can easily hear conversations from neighboring sites. Table, firepit, water & electric hookups included. The restroom/shower house is clean & warm. Campground is popular with fishermen. Big Bluff hiking trail nearby; excellent trail. T-Mobile service is very good. Campground is clean & well maintained. To us, the layout of the RV sites along the river had a mobile home park feel to it. The 20 tent sites are in a wooded section away from the river. These sites appear to be spacious- more so than the RV sites.

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  Lindsey R.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 13, 2017

  Campbell Point

  July 4th weekend bash

  6 of us went down for a 3 night tent camping long weekend. Weather was for casted to be rainy all weekend, luckily it help off except for at night for 2 nights. Campground was great! Unfortunately due to recent flooding the swimming area wasn't as great as normal but still nice. Bathrooms and showers are decent and close to campsites. Lots of tent and rv camping spots. Campground is located right by a marina.

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  Drea R.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 6, 2021

  Horseshoe Canyon Ranch

  Magical lil’ Campground

  This place is not your run of the mill rest stop. Car camp, hammock, tent camp, or rent one the cabins to enjoy the roaming goats and horses around the property. Infamously known in AR as one of the best climbing spots. It does get quite busy, so it’s best to arrive earlier in the day to claim a good spot.

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  Shannon M.

  Guide

  

  Jan. 10, 2019

  Bull Shoals-White River State Park

  My favorite place to camp!

  We had a great time camping Memorial Day Weekend. We tent camped. The campsite was really nice and everyone was very friendly. The visitor center is awesome and the park had several activities available. We went to an owl talk and a bear talk that was very informative. We also did the lake cruise. I would highly recommend this park.  This is my favorite camping spot.

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  John F.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 19, 2020

  Beaver Lake Hide A Way

  Great summer get away

  This camp ground is pretty decent as a Destination and is close to Rocky Branch park and boat launch. There is a store and swimming pool and they have a laundry and shower house. Sites are good size and can handle large RV busses . There are plenty of small camper and tent sites.

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  Cliff J.

  Traveler

  

  May. 28, 2017

  Lake Leatherwood City Park

  Will be very nice

  We went in the off season and got a creek March snowstorm our group sampled a little of everything they had to offer. Some tent camping, some staying in the cabins and some in the new bike cabins. They were working on renovating the cabins and adding new tent pads when we were there. Overall was a good place showers were ok but showing their age. Direct access to trails and lake very nice. Had nice group bonfire. Good times overall.

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  Dave R.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 3, 2021

  Bull Shoals-White River State Park

  One of the Best Campgrounds

  We stay here 3 or 4 times a year, they have lots to offer. Bike/hiking trails, horse shoe pits, basketball court, a very large picnic area a store with thing's if you forget something, very nice bathrooms with showers. They offer tent camping area that's pretty nice, and rv camp site with Full hook ups and some with just water and electric. It's a must see, also, some site are available year round