RV camping near Lohman, Missouri offers access to the Lake of the Ozarks region with options within 30-60 minutes' drive time. Located in central Missouri at approximately 800 feet elevation, Lohman experiences hot summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F and moderate winters. Most campgrounds in the area stay open from March through November, though several offer year-round accommodations with frost-protected water hookups.
What to do
Fishing in stocked lakes: Cross Creek RV Park features an 8-acre stocked lake where campers can fish directly from their sites. One visitor noted, "You can fish right off the bank of your own private island within minutes of waking up."
Water recreation rentals: Cedar Creek Resort offers complimentary boat rentals for guests. According to a camper, "Free rentals on pontoon boats, kayaks, and paddle boats" make it an excellent choice for families wanting to enjoy water activities without additional costs.
Miniature golf and games: Cross Creek provides additional recreation options beyond water activities. As one reviewer mentioned, "Campground had private lake with boat rentals, mini golf pool. Our site was maybe 30 yards from the water."
Seasonal events: Majestic Oaks RV Park hosts special seasonal activities, particularly during Halloween. A camper shared, "The events around Halloween are always so fun for kids and adults alike. They truly put so much work into making it the best experience for their guests."
What campers like
Resort-style pools with lake views: Riveria Villas & RV Resort offers exceptional pool facilities. According to one reviewer, "The pool area sits on top of a bluff overlooking the lake. It's absolutely beautiful. The pool area also has a very nice cabana, firepit, and bathrooms."
Central location for exploring: Osage Beach RV Park provides convenient access to nearby attractions. A camper noted, "This was a very nice, clean campground in the city of Osage Beach... centrally located to a lot of sight-seeing adventures."
Clean, well-maintained facilities: Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground receives praise for its upkeep. One visitor mentioned, "At the office, they have a nice store and gift shop with one of the best selections of camping shirts etc. that we have seen."
Peaceful atmosphere despite busy seasons: Even during peak times, many campgrounds maintain a serene environment. A camper at Osage Beach RV Park stated, "We were here over Memorial Day weekend and it was still so nice and peaceful. The place was completely full."
What you should know
Road conditions: Several campgrounds have gravel access roads that can be challenging. A reviewer at Cross Creek RV Park warned, "Access to camping ground was little difficult. It was gravel road but it was very steep hill (very common in this area)."
Reservation requirements: Most parks have minimum stay requirements during peak seasons. Riveria Villas has specific booking policies as noted by a camper: "The campground itself can only be booked through the campsite and there is a 3 night minimum stay."
Internet connectivity varies: While WiFi is available, quality differs between locations. At Osage Beach RV Park, a reviewer observed it had "excellent WiFi that had boosters all throughout the campground" making it suitable for remote work.
Site spacing concerns: Many campgrounds have closely positioned sites. One camper at Majestic Oaks RV Park & Campground noted they were "really paced in here but they had so many amenities it was crazy. Cable, WiFi, pool, etc."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Doolittle Acres RV Park offers family-friendly amenities. A visitor mentioned, "Cute playground, small fenced dog park type area, showers, laundry, fire pits and picnic tables."
Cabin options for mixed groups: Cedar Creek Resort provides cabin accommodations for those not wanting to tent camp. According to a reviewer, "The cabins are spectacular and right on the water! We just took 40+ family members and everyone fell in love with this campground."
Safety considerations: Some campgrounds have minimal lighting and busy internal roads. A reviewer cautioned about "kids being allowed on golf carts all day and late into the night flying all over both directions. Kids on bikes all night with no lights on bikes or grounds."
On-site activities for all ages: Majestic Oaks provides various amenities. One camper shared, "The park is very clean, the employees are friendly and helpful. Good wifi and cable tv. The in-ground pool is clean. There is a lot to do at the park, and in the area."
Tips from RVers
Pull-through accessibility: Osage Beach RV Park offers easy-access sites for larger rigs. One RVer mentioned, "Nice, full hookup gravel sites close to everything on the east side of Lake of the Ozarks."
Length considerations: Cottonwoods RV Park accommodates larger vehicles with spacious sites. A visitor reported, "The gravel pad was very long and we had plenty of room for our 40' rig and F450. The utilities were in the middle of the pad and water pressure was decent at about 40 psi."
Satellite placement challenges: Tree coverage can affect satellite reception. At Cottonwoods, a camper noted, "There are mature trees so satellite placement could be challenging. We were able to place our Starlink in the yard area for a good shot to the north sky."
Cell service reliability: For RVers working remotely, connectivity is crucial. A camper at Cedar Creek Resort found, "Our truck and camper was covered with gravel dust. So if you had anything exposed, it'll get a bit dusty. But again overall a nice stopover and the employees were great to work with."
