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Bennett Spring State Park Campground houses upscale glamping accommodations just outside Lebanon, Missouri, providing a refined outdoor experience with comfortable beds and full kitchens. The park's glamping cabins blend rustic charm with modern amenities including electricity, hot showers, and climate control systems. Niangua River Oasis and Lebanon - Bennett Spring KOA feature premium canvas tent accommodations with picnic tables and fire rings. These glamping options combine natural surroundings with essential conveniences like drinking water, trash service, and shower facilities. One guest shared, "Had a great time in a spacious cabin with full kitchen and bath. Comfortably held 5 of us in one cabin."
Trout fishing draws many visitors to the glamping destinations near Long Lane, with Bennett Spring State Park's hatchery offering excellent angling opportunities. The Niangua River provides clear waters perfect for swimming and wildlife observation, while extensive hiking trails wind through the surrounding Ozark forest. Glamping sites at Pomme de Terre State Park offer yurt accommodations with convenient access to boating and water recreation. Most locations remain open year-round, though winter visitors should verify which campground loops are operational during off-season months. A visitor noted, "Beautiful park. Decent amenities, nice staff. Park has a pool open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Several different campgrounds offer a variety. Primarily a trout fisherman's paradise the park offers plenty for the family."
"Price is definitely reasonable and the bathroom at campground 5 is VERY nice, running water and hot showers."
"I had traveled here following a busy time and expected to still have some of that lingering noise which hangs out after a big event. But by the time I reached the location it had dwindled out."
from $15 - $48 / night
Check Availability"The next time we go we will be bringing our own grill as they did not have many options on site. The staff was friendly and helpful."
"All the RV sires are electric/water so you have to use the on site dump station."
from $250 / night
Check Availability"Felt like we were sharing our campfire with the neighbors. Close to Bennett Springs!"
"Great campground, very clean bathrooms, nice pool and playground. The hosts were extremely friendly and accommodating."
"Didn't have any problems with the people around us but we were in the family area. Now camping is free if you float with them and it does get crowded on the weekends."
"Although this is adjacent to the Interstate exit (and therefore more noisy for a Sportsmobile tent camper), it was excellent and we’d stay there again."
"Located right off the highway, I thought to pass it by. My mistake. Friendly staff held my registration from the road."
"This loop has been chosen due to its proximity to the bathrooms and the playground, these are key when having a 4-year-old. This loop is located in the woods with nice spacing between sites."
"Scenic Views overlooking the beautiful lake. Each site in the electric loop has a private path to the waters edge. Sites viewable by map next to water. There were a few bugs but nothing too bad."
from $12 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Because you’re going to see and hear a lot of them, as there is a train track very close to the site. This campground itself was nice. The staff was so extremely friendly."
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. The campsites were gravel and unlevel. WiFi and cell service were good. Bathrooms were clean."
"We picked a standard non electric site as it was level and not crowded. $8 for seniors so not bad. Lots of fishing activities here on the lake. Would stay longer if we had the time."
"everyone is very pleasant and I felt comfortable letting the kids ride their bikes around, a great presence from the park rangers !"
from $38 - $48 / night
Check Availability"Most sites have been levels and graveled showers and restrooms newly remodeled easy access to byway some traffic noise if close to front is being upgraded and is a good getaway from overcrowded campgrounds"
"We stayed in march so leaves are off the trees and could hear road noise. Very nice stay."
RangerA hatchery on site, trout fishing daily limit 4. Nice stop over on a road trip, honored Access pass for discount, level site, showers, easy drive from a nearby town. Site was level, table fire pit, grill, lantern hook, access to dumpster n n water, on site dump station. There is a pool in lower part of campground as well as restraunt, store, did not use these facilities.
TravelerWe camped in campground 1 right next to the play ground. Super clean, had a view of the lake. Within walking distance of the marina. Everyone was very friendly. My only complaint is the first night we had super noisy neighbors. I'm all for music and a good time but past quiet hours I think one should tone it down a bit. I assumed the host would tell them to be quiet. It did take me complaining the next morning, and then the host went to talk to them. Rest of the trip was smooth as can be! Kayak trails on the lake...beautiful clean swimming beaches. Can't wait to go back :)
ScoutCampground is generally clean and well-kept. Price is definitely reasonable and the bathroom at campground 5 is VERY nice, running water and hot showers.
TravelerBecause you’re going to see and hear a lot of them, as there is a train track very close to the site.
This campground itself was nice. The staff was so extremely friendly. The trees are old and tall, creating a canopy over the sites, so even with the weather cresting 95°, the site felt nice.
I brought my travel trailer and stayed on lot 28. It was a KOA Patio site (a cement patio area with a table, chairs, and fire pit) that had city water, sewer, and electric. The lot was well cared for and my spot was incredibly flat/level. It’s always a nice feeling to pull in and set up with minimal effort.
The pool is small, but just a short walk from any site on the grounds. The clubhouse/store is well stoked if you forgot anything, or if you decide you need another six pack.
As another review mentioned, you can order pizza. The hours are reasonable. You can also order fresh made mini donuts in the morning. I nice treat for the family or with coffee on your way out!
If it wasn’t for the trains coming by blowing their horns, this would easily be a favorite spot.
ScoutGreat place to camp out and have a float trip. The next time we go we will be bringing our own grill as they did not have many options on site. The staff was friendly and helpful.
GuideJust one look around and we spontaneously decided to camp that night to check out the area. Amazingly beautiful and well maintained campgrounds near the Lake of The Ozarks just for military families, count me in. Area is easy to navigate with bathroom facilities, playground and pavilion with grills, plenty of fishing spots, tons of rv, cabins and tent campsites. You can also rent boats, jet skis, and other outdoor gear at the admin office. We took a tent campsite toward the back of the park with beautiful lakes views and a little private beach. We cannot wait to come back to hang out longer.
ScoutAlthough this is adjacent to the Interstate exit (and therefore more noisy for a Sportsmobile tent camper), it was excellent and we’d stay there again. The cement pads, clean picnic table and immaculate bathrooms, with separate private showers, were welcome after a long travel day.
You can’t go wrong.
LegendPROS
Senior discount
Check-in via text was easy and fast
Beautifully maintained state park
Quiet during week
Pull-thru Site 102 level, concrete pad surrounded by grass
Site sufficient length for trailer and tow vehicle
Metal frame plastic plank picnic table metal fire ring with cooking grate
Dark sky friendly except for campsites 101-106
Trash dumpsters throughout campground 1
Firewood for sale $5 at entrance gate house
Huge park store!
CONS.
1 toilet and 1 shower for 48 campsites in Campground 1. Both door locks did not work. There were lines for the one toilet most of the time!!!
$6.50 Reservation Fee
Site 102 had a wonderful view of the entrance gatehouse that had blaring lights all night, the one lane dump station and a dumpster
Campground 101-106 sites slammed together; our campfire ring was 15 feet from neighbors sewer outlet
Site 102 campfire ring was 2 feet from site unmovable picnic table
No privacy from any other sites
No security overnight gate closures
Would not recommend Park restaurant
TravelerThe staff were very friendly and helpful. The campsites were gravel and unlevel. WiFi and cell service were good. Bathrooms were clean. The kids enjoyed the pizza they make here and they will deliver it to your campsite when ready. I did wake up several times in the night to the sound of trains or planes passing by. The train tracks are right next to the campground. Nice place to stay.
Missouri's Ozark region offers extensive glamping near Long Lane, positioned in the north-central portion at approximately 1,350 feet elevation. Seasonal temperature variations are notable, with summer highs averaging 85°F and winter lows often below freezing. Most campgrounds experience higher occupancy during trout season opening (March 1) through Labor Day when water recreation becomes the primary attraction.
Trout fishing competitions: Bennett Spring State Park Campground hosts regular angler events from March through October. The daily whistle signals fishing hours, with zone restrictions based on fishing method. "This is one of Missouri's 'trout parks' with a hatchery and release sites so fishing (which actually becomes catching) is a big draw. Bennett Spring is so serious about their fishing they even have a trout cam so you can watch other anglers testing their skills," notes a visitor.
Hiking trail systems: Pomme de Terre State Park offers trail networks connecting the Pittsburgh and Hermitage areas, ranging from shoreline paths to wooded routes. "Lots of hiking activities here on the lake. Only one real hiking trail on Pittsburgh loop but it was filled with bluff views and lots of wildlife as well as a public beach," shares a camper.
Swimming options: Bennett Spring State Park Campground maintains an Olympic-size swimming pool open Memorial Day to Labor Day. "The park has a pool open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Wonderful hiking trails, a restaurant, and the above mentioned pool keep everyone entertained," a visitor mentions.
Private water access: Pittsburg Area Campground offers shoreline spots with personal water access paths. "Each site in the electric loop has a private path to the waters edge. Sites viewable by map next to water," explains a reviewer.
Multi-loop campground layouts: Bennett Spring features five distinct camping loops with varying privacy levels and amenities. "The park has 143 campsites comprised of five loops so there are a wide variety of camping options, from basic to sewer/electric/water sites with some being reserveable to first come, first serve," explains a visitor.
Fall season camping: Many campers prefer September-October visits when crowds thin but amenities remain operational. "We went in early April, the park's campgrounds were pretty empty and quiet and while we really liked that we also liked that there was a lot to do," notes one reviewer.
Historical structures: Hermitage State Park Campground preserves several Civilian Conservation Corps structures from the 1930s. "Great place for camping with the family and dogs! Everyone is very pleasant and I felt comfortable letting the kids ride their bikes around, a great presence from the park rangers!" a camper shares.
Off-season pricing: Winter season rates drop significantly, with Hermitage State Park offering $8 senior rates on standard non-electric sites. "We picked a standard non electric site as it was level and not crowded. $8 for seniors so not bad. Lots of fishing activities here on the lake," notes a visitor.
Winter operations: Lebanon - Bennett Spring KOA remains open year-round, but Bennett Spring State Park restricts camping to Campground One only during winter months. "We stayed in campground one because it is the only one open during the off season. You can make reservations online before going to ensure you have the spot you want," explains a visitor.
Bathroom facilities: Campground facilities vary widely, with some offering limited access during off-season. "One negative is we only found one toilet for the entire campground. It wasn't a problem at this time because there was hardly anybody there, but I imagine if you wanted to use the toilet during the regular season you would find yourself with a line or going somewhere else."
Train noise considerations: Several campgrounds, particularly the Springfield Route 66 KOA, experience regular train traffic. "If it wasn't for the trains coming by blowing their horns, this would easily be a favorite spot," mentions one visitor.
Site spacing variations: Expect significant differences in site spacing between campgrounds. "The sites on the lake are awesome and large," notes a Pittsburg Area Campground visitor, while another camper at a different location noted, "sites were extremely close together."
Kid-friendly biking paths: Military Park Fort Leonard Wood offers paved campground roads suitable for children's bikes. "Great Park! Friendly Staff! They have an awesome Halloween Spooktacular!" notes one military family.
Tent location selection: Choose tent sites with caution, especially at Pittsburg Area Campground where rocky terrain can damage equipment. "Lots of rocks in the tent areas. Lot of vegetation around making some bugs prominent," warns one visitor.
Glamping with children: For luxury glamping in Long Lane, Missouri with children, several options include family-friendly cabin options. "Great place to take the family. The roads are all paved so it made biking for our kids easy and enjoyable. The campsite was spacious and shaded. The kids loved playing in the creek and hiking the trails," shares a camper.
Water safety: During high water periods, floating services may be suspended. "The Niangua River is right there, but up too high while we were there," notes a Gasconade Hills Resort visitor.
Full hookup considerations: Springfield - Route 66 KOA offers premium patio sites with cement pads, tables, and fire pits. "It was a KOA Patio site (a cement patio area with a table, chairs, and fire pit) that had city water, sewer, and electric. The lot was well cared for and my spot was incredibly flat/level. It's always a nice feeling to pull in and set up with minimal effort," a traveler reports.
Road conditions: RV Express 66 provides easy interstate access with concrete pads ideal for larger rigs. "Easy access, next to hwy and lots of eating establishments close by. Full water, electric and sewer connections. Level concrete pads," notes an overnight camper.
Satellite reception: Some wooded campgrounds require positioning adjustments to maintain satellite signal. "The only downside was that we had to pull ahead in our site to get satellite signal. So we had to back up to dump."
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