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Cooper's Landing Campgrounds and Marina accommodates campers with pets along the Missouri River shoreline, offering tent sites, RV spaces with electric and water hookups, and glamping options including yurts. The pet-friendly campground provides access to the Katy Trail, ideal for dog walking and hiking. Binder Park Campground also welcomes pets with 17 full-service sites featuring water and electric hookups, covered picnic tables, and nearby trails. Camping areas remain well-kept despite their small size. The trails at Binder Park are color-coded by difficulty level, making it easy to choose appropriate routes for dogs of different fitness levels.
Pine Ridge Recreation Area in Mark Twain National Forest provides free, pet-friendly primitive camping with basic amenities including drinking water, picnic tables, and toilets. Dogs enjoy access to hiking and equestrian trails throughout the conservation areas near Lohman. Three Creeks Conservation Area offers dispersed camping with pets in a natural setting accessible by hiking in. Leashed dogs can explore numerous natural areas including Scrivner Conservation Area, which provides river access and wildlife viewing opportunities. Most conservation areas maintain a strict on-leash policy to protect local wildlife and other visitors, with vault toilets available but limited amenities for pets specifically.
"A full disc golf course nearby and several ball fields. We love this park. The lake offers amazing fishing wether from boat or shore. Lots of bass crappie and catfish."
"This is a great place for us to take our dog to run and also a great place to mountain bike. Trails are color coded and they do a great job of separating them by difficulty."
"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"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."
"Only bummer was lots of ticks and there must be a gun range nearby, which set off our dog's anxiety."
"This Missouri Conservation area is a Swiss Army knife of rugged of the path camping. Rivers, Lakes, Gun range, Horses and hiking can all be enjoyed here."
"Close to Jefferson City and plenty of river activities. Check them out. You won’t be disappointed."
"Ask for a site around the perimeter for privacy."
"Lake of the Ozarks State Park campground is located in Kaiser Missouri about 5 miles down highway 134 off of highway 42. This campground is about 1.5 hour from Columbia and Springfield Missouri."
"We stayed close to the river in the primitive area and the deer were all over. These deer were super friendly and didn't move at all as we walked right past them. "
from $15 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Farm road passes behind one side of camping area but wasn't that active. Small amt of noise from farm equip. Some noise from boat traffic but not bad. Not sure how it will be in the summer."
"Apple Maps had us take a gravel/dirt road for a few miles on the way in from the east, but the road outside the site is paved. A little bit of road noise occasionally, but not too bad."
"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!"
TravelerOctober 2026 - only a drive by to ck things out. Nine sites for tent or RV with fire rings. No water, electric, or picnic tabes. No shade. Lack of shade is why we gave it only 3 stars. Toilet. Camping area well mowed. Area clean. Nice if looking for a more secluded area. No cell signal or 1 bar (T-Mobile) in camping area itself.
TravelerPretty area. Tent camping late Oct '26. Fire rings, trash bins, toilet. RV and tent but No water or electric. No picnic tables. About 24 sites with fire rings, a few more without. Best to avoid using Old St. Thomas Rd, esp if pulling RV. 10+ miles narrow gravel road. Best to come through St Elizabeth. Sites a little close but still plenty of privacy this time of year. Most sites have some shade. Quiet for the most part. Farm road passes behind one side of camping area but wasn't that active. Small amt of noise from farm equip. Some noise from boat traffic but not bad. Not sure how it will be in the summer. Had 4-5 bars with T-Mobile. Plan to use often.
GuideGraham Cave State Park could be a lovely campground but is in dire need of updating everything. The campsites are very uneven and the bathhouses are partially working. The campground host, however, was very friendly and diligent. The trails were well kept but unfortunately it was so dry the river was very low.
ScoutStaff is great and the location is nice for lake activities although its not on the lake with lake views. Lots of fun campground activities throughout the spring, summer and fall with bands and pot lucks.
GuideHardly anyone here. On a Tuesday in October. Took a primitive site. Reasonable. Fairly quiet. Some ambient noise from i70
GuideConvenient off I70, quiet, nice sites right along the river.
Guide1000% beats out a store parking lot, but this is not “dispersed” car camping. You drive in and there’s a large roundabout with rocks creating a border so cars can’t get through. I travel solo, so I like a place where I can at least tuck myself away. This offered no privacy, but luckily when I arrived there was nobody else there. however, my luck ran out when 2 motorcyclists rolled in about 11pm. They were obviously there to camp and not murder me, but it was still not ideal for a female solo traveler, especially when there is zero Verizon cell service. I had a lazy morning and a few day visitors during that time who were there to enjoy the water, which was out of site from the actual campground but just a short walk away. Clean, pretty place.
GuideGreat place very secluded 15 miles from I 70 No wifi If you want no distractions this is your place Camp host was great helped me switch my site to something nicer and very friendly
ScoutThere are 4-5 campgrounds and some extra parking. There is a $15 fee to camp here, but there is no attendant, just a drop box. More of a picnic area than a campground.
Dispersed camping near Lohman, Missouri offers varied terrain at elevations between 600-800 feet with temperature ranges from 20°F in winter to 90°F in summer. The area contains several conservation zones within Mark Twain National Forest with specific regulations regarding backcountry camping. Sites often feature oak-hickory forest cover, limestone formations, and access to tributaries of the Missouri and Osage rivers.
Hiking and trails: Pine Ridge Recreation Area provides several color-coded trails suited to different ability levels. As one reviewer notes, "Lots of trails, plenty of freshly cut firewood. Excellent spot for overnight or weekends with the family" at Pine Ridge Recreation Area. The trails branch through pine forest sections and connect to wider conservation areas.
Fishing opportunities: Binder Park offers a 137-acre lake with productive fishing areas. According to a camper, "The lake offers amazing fishing whether from boat or shore. Lots of bass crappie and catfish. Lake has a motor restriction and a bait shop. Lots of fun places to paddle and only a short drive to town" at Binder Park Campground. Shore fishing is accessible via several fishing docks open for public use.
River activities: Osage Campground provides direct river access for boating and paddling. "This hidden little gem is a great place to spend some time. Close to Jefferson City and plenty of river activities," notes one visitor. Boat ramps at multiple conservation areas allow for convenient water entry points with minimal crowds during weekdays.
Natural environments: Three Creeks Conservation Area offers primitive wilderness camping in a natural setting. One camper mentioned, "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!" at Three Creeks Conservation Area. The area features multiple creek access points for water purification needs.
Entertainment options: Cooper's Landing provides unique social experiences alongside camping. A reviewer shared, "This is a fun spot with a cool vibe. Right on the river, food truck, bar and drinks at the general store, nice people, fire pit and music. There is a nice biking/jogging trail along the river as well." The venue regularly hosts live music events from Thursday through Sunday that wrap up by 10pm.
Wildlife viewing: Scrivner Road Conservation Area offers abundant wildlife observation opportunities. A visitor described it as "a Swiss Army knife of rugged off the path camping. Rivers, Lakes, Gun range, Horses and hiking can all be enjoyed here... This area has an abundance of wildlife equestrian trails and hiking" at Scrivner Road Conservation Area. Many campers report deer sightings particularly during early morning and evening hours.
Availability issues: Pine Ridge Recreation Area operates seasonally with specific closure periods. One reviewer warned, "I arrived at the site in April of 2025, and was greeted with a locked gate and signage stating rates are $15 per night. Envelopes and lock box are in place." Calling ahead to confirm operation status is essential, especially during shoulder seasons.
Safety considerations: Some campsites experience increased weekend traffic. A camper at Pine Ridge Recreation Area noted, "Busy on the weekends, best time is middle of the week." Another mentioned, "Judging by the beer cans in some site fire rings it might get rowdy on the weekend."
Limited facilities: Most dispersed camping areas offer minimal amenities. "You have to gather your own wood or bring approved stuff in, but it is perfect for a quick overnight trip," explains a reviewer about Pine Ridge. Visitors should prepare to be self-sufficient with water, sanitation supplies, and necessary camping gear.
Day trip possibilities: Lake of the Ozarks State Park provides family-friendly recreation within driving distance. A visitor shared, "Huge beautiful park. A lot of hiking and biking trails. Boat ramp and store in the park. We saw about 20 deer each day" at Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground. The park offers structured activities suitable for children of various ages.
Campsite selection: When choosing sites for families with children, consider specific locations. At Pine Ridge, one camper advised, "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."
Dog friendly options: For those seeking dog friendly campgrounds near Lohman, Pine Ridge accommodates pets with space to explore. "This campground is pretty stripped down. There are vault toilets and that's it for amenities. However, it is also one of my favorites close to home to hike," notes a regular visitor. Most pet-friendly campsites near Lohman require leashes and proper waste disposal.
Hookup availability: Osage Campground Retreat provides full RV services near Lohman. One RVer reported, "New gravel, with large flat spots, very clean and quiet. Long termers have been cleared out with only a few left that have well kept spots. Campground big enough for large rigs." The campground includes electric, water, and sewer connections at most sites.
Site accessibility: RV campers should research site dimensions and access routes. A visitor to Osage Campground noted, "Typical campground, pull thru sites, gravel, trees, canoe rental, camper rental, very nice shower house/laundry. Ask for a site around the perimeter for privacy." Some conservation area access roads may be unsuitable for larger RVs due to narrow passages and low-hanging branches.
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