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Quiet and very clean
This campground is very well taken care of. The kids had plenty of things to do to stay busy and entertained outside.
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Marthasville, Missouri anchors a camping region dotted with mixed-use campgrounds, many located along the Missouri River and Katy Trail. The area features diverse campground options including tent-only areas at St. Charles County Klondike Park, full-hookup RV sites at Pin Oak RV Park, and cabin accommodations at Meramec State Park. Wine country surroundings provide a distinctive backdrop for camping experiences, with several campgrounds positioned near wineries and historic German villages. State parks and county recreation areas comprise the majority of developed campgrounds, offering varying levels of amenities from primitive tent sites to RV-friendly infrastructure.
Many campground facilities in the Marthasville area require advance reservations, particularly during the spring and summer months when visitors flock to the Katy Trail for cycling and to the Missouri River for water recreation. Seasonal considerations include potential flooding along riverfront campgrounds, particularly in spring. Several campgrounds, including Beyond the Trail RV Park, provide direct access to the Katy Trail, creating convenient base camps for cyclists and hikers. The area experiences typical Midwest seasonal patterns with humid summers and moderate winters, making spring and fall particularly pleasant for camping. Certain sites near water bodies may experience more mosquitoes after rainfall. A visitor noted that "Klondike Park has a few different areas for camping. Some campsites are pretty packed together... there's basically no water so you'll need to bring your own."
The region's camping experiences frequently highlight proximity to Missouri wine country and the historic river towns. Public lands and campgrounds along the Missouri River corridor provide access to water-based recreation, while the Katy Trail offers miles of cycling and hiking opportunities directly accessible from several campgrounds. One camper described Beyond the Trail RV Park as having "beautiful views across a large farm field to the hills beyond with incredible sunsets." Campgrounds near Augusta and Defiance position visitors within walking distance of wineries, breweries, and restaurants, creating a unique blend of outdoor recreation and cultural experiences. Proximity to St. Louis (approximately 50 miles east) makes these campgrounds popular weekend destinations for city residents seeking nature experiences with cultural amenities nearby.
Best Campgrounds near Marthasville (114)
1. Klondike Park
"The views are spectacular with some sandy shores of a small pond in the middle of the campground and some great trails. Augusta is a nice place away from St. Louis and a short drive down 94."
"Amazing park close to the city. Great lake and hiking trails. Access to the Katy and bike trails. Camp site are large, warning that some are hike in and not car camping."
from $10 - $65 / night
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"Nice little lake to fish in and areas to walk around in."
"We were close to the playground though, which had bright lights at night and loud kids - I would avoid that area next time."
3. Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
"Tucked away, not far from St. Louis, you wouldn't know you were that close to a big city. It is clean and feels extremely safe. There aren't many sites, but the ones they have are quiet and spacious."
"Great for taking long walks or bike rides, although very steep hills. Close to St Louis, so you can do some urban exploring."
from $15 - $35 / night
Check Availability4. St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
"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."
5. Meramec State Park Campground
"Miles upon miles of trails. Spacious campground, caves to explore, old time blast furnace to explore, fresh Missouri spring with exceptional fishing. Then theres a general store with a restaurant"
"Growing up near here, this was the state park that my family always went to. Forty some years later, it is still my favorite park in Missouri. I enjoy camping here with my family and friends."
from $15 - $65 / night
Check Availability6. Beyond the Trail RV Park
"A short 5 minute walk to “downtown” Defiance, the campground is right next to the Katy Trail. Forgot your bike? Walk 3 minutes away and rent one. Want to float the Missouri?"
"Excellent little RV park behind a brewery. The Katy trail borders the park for easy access to town."
from $25 - $58 / night
Check Availability7. Robertsville State Park Campground
"Hiking trails, a stocked pond, meramec river access, 12 basic and 13 electric shaded campsites available, play ground away from the campground and shelters available to rent for a family gathering. 2 trails"
"The hook up sites are on the inside of the loop and the tent sites are on the outside of the loop. You need to look carefully for a level tent site as some are fairly slopped."
from $15 - $42 / night
Check Availability8. St. Charles County Klondike Park
"The campground is located in a gym of a park located along the Missouri River. Reservations are required and the sites are in high demand. Tent camping only. There is water available in the park."
"We had a great time on the trails and near the Mighty Missouri River."
9. Cuivre River State Park Campground
"Our site, though, was the smallest in the loop, tucked away in the weeds, and the only area to pitch our tent was on a slight slope."
"It’s close to our house and there’s always something new to do each time. The bathrooms are well maintained and the campsites are fairly large and provide lots of shade."
from $15 - $42 / night
Check Availability10. St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park
"I've been to 370 Lakeside Park many times to walk around the huge lake and to hear concerts in the summer, but I had never camped there. Still haven't. I'll explain."
"All hookups were conveniently located. Shower house and restrooms were clean and well maintained/cleaned every day. Had a lakefront site but didn’t get to fish this time."
from $35 - $60 / night
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Drive Time
- 55 min from St. Louis, MO
- 1 hr 13 min from Columbia, MO
- 1 hr 19 min from Jefferson City, MO
- 2 hrs 16 min from Springfield, IL
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Recent Reviews near Marthasville, MO
753 Reviews of 114 Marthasville Campgrounds
Jeff S.
ScoutCuivre River State Park Campground
Nice place for an overnight
Secluded state park but a little hard to get to when pulling a 34 foot fifth wheel. Lots of ups and downs on the road. Love the fact that you are absolutely in the hills of Troy MO with nothing else around you. We stayed during the week the end of August and there were hardly anyone else here. Very quiet. No road noise whatsoever. You felt very much in the woods.
- LLynn
RangerCourtois Creek Dispersed
Beautiful spots on river
There are a few loops to park in, and a couple of spots are right on the river. I drove back in my truck scouting for future spots to bring my trailer. This is not a spot I'll bring my camper.
The road is very narrow and there are washed out spots, and one area that is just large rocks. It was too rough for my camper. My Tacoma was fine, though. If you're driving a high clearance vehicle, you'll be okay. Bugs were bad, as expected for August.
- LLynnRanger
Brazil Creek Camping Area
Shaded country
This 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.
- SSteven W.
GuideWhetstone Conservation Area
Remote
Long dusty gravel road, on a hot day grateful to find a semi shaded spot to camp. No other campers nearby so it was quite stay, saw a few deer on the drive in well work the 4 miles of gravel roads
Jamal S.Scoutlittle lost creek
Quiet Spot
Stopped here for a few hour nap, mostly empty and quiet off the interstate. Missouri Conservation land
Jerry V.ScoutMeramec State Park Campground
Many memories and making more
In the past my cousins and I would camp here every year at least once with Grandparents and my aunt and uncle. Always had a great time swimming, fishing and hiking. The park is beautiful and the camp sites are very nice. It does get pretty packed at times. Everyone seems to get along and its always nice to meet people from other cities or even some locals. I'm planning on setting at least two dates per year to take my kids and grandkids camping here so they can have the great experiences I had as a kid. Alot of spots to chose from if available.
- Kathy G.Scout
Courtois Creek Dispersed
F350 with slide in camper
We got our F350 with a slide in camper down to the creek. About a mile off the main road but it was super tight. Would recommend having a saw in case tree is down: def scraped some branches but it was nice at the end with the creek there. Very peaceful
MickandKarla W.
LegendSt. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park
Our Recommended Campground for Visiting the St. Louis Area
This campground was easy to find, as both our GPS and the campground signs led us right to the city park and campground entrance. Check-in begins at 2:00 p.m., but we called ahead and were graciously allowed to arrive an hour early. We checked in and proceeded to back-in Site 426 with full hookups. As the last site in the campground, the curve in the road made for an exceptionally easy back-in. The concrete pad easily accommodated our 40-foot toy hauler and F-450, with utilities conveniently located near the center of the site and no issues connecting two sewer hoses. Water pressure was adequate, and the 50-amp electric performed flawlessly. The campground's four loops have mostly younger trees, so satellite reception should not be a problem in most sites. Although we brought our Starlink, we used our T-Mobile Home Internet instead, averaging 217 Mbps download and 21.5 Mbps upload. The campground information sheet mentioned Wi-Fi, but we never saw a network to join and didn't inquire further since our internet worked well. We received three bars on Verizon and two bars on T-Mobile. The campground has a nice fenced dog park that's large enough to actually throw a ball, plus a paved walking and biking trail that circles the lake. The office also sells ice and firewood, and the dump station is located behind the office. Many sites offer lake views, and the RV sites are generally well spaced. We noticed Loop 100 has all concrete pads, the first two rows of Loop 200 are concrete with the remaining sites primarily gravel except for some end sites, Loop 300 is reserved for primitive camping and tents, and Loop 400 has a mix of concrete and gravel sites. The center rows of the RV loops are pull-throughs. One thing to be aware of is that the campground has begun charging short-term campers for electricity. We weren't informed about it during check-in, although our traveling companions were shown how to monitor their usage online. The information sheet we received only referenced weekly and monthly electric charges. Even with hot weather and occasionally running three air conditioners during our three-day stay, our electric charge was only about $14. We departed without stopping at the office and received a checkout email about an hour after the noon checkout time. The St. Louis area is our home base, and in our opinion, this is the best RV park in the area and the one we most often recommend to our RV friends.
Guide to Marthasville
Camping near Marthasville, Missouri offers diverse terrain options from riverfront locations to wooded hills, with elevations ranging from 460 to 800 feet throughout the region. Most campgrounds in the area receive 40-45 inches of rainfall annually, creating lush surroundings but sometimes challenging ground conditions. Spring flooding can impact lower-elevation sites, particularly those closest to the Missouri River.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: The 3-acre fishing pond at Pin Oak RV Park attracts families year-round. "Nice little lake to fish in and areas to walk around in," notes camper Robyn C., while another visitor mentions "a pond with some decent sized fish in it."
Mountain biking trails: Technical mountain bike sections at Klondike Park provide challenging terrain for experienced riders. "One really cool thing about Klondike is there are several technical mountain bike sections that are located in the park. Bring your mountain bike and have a go!" recommends Megan K.
Cave exploration: Fisher Cave at Meramec State Park Campground offers underground adventures with guided tours. A visitor shared, "Pay the extra for the caves tour! Down the road there's an old iron foundry and a historic cemetery to explore."
What campers like
Scenic hilltop views: Sites at Beyond the Trail RV Park provide panoramic views over agricultural landscapes. "Beautiful views across a large farm field to the hills beyond with incredible sunsets," comments Sam C., highlighting the open vistas unique to this campground.
Wildlife encounters: Campers at Cuivre River State Park Campground frequently spot wildlife near their sites. "Campground is beautiful and very woodsy. We saw bunnies hopping around and when we first arrived to our site a deer was grazing nearby, such a bonus!" reports Maria E.
Quiet weekday camping: For those seeking solitude, Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park offers peaceful mid-week stays. "We happened to be there during the week in the fall so there were not many other campers. This gave the park the quiet feel we like so much," notes Nancy W.
What you should know
Seasonal flooding concerns: Some riverfront campgrounds experience spring flooding. At Meramec Caverns Natural Campground, "Sometimes the park closes or they have to evacuate due to the quick rise of the river. Easy fix though, just call ahead to see if they're open," advises Randy H.
Limited cell service: Coverage varies significantly between campgrounds. At Meramec State Park Campground, "The cell phone service is virtually non-existent. We had planned to work from here and had to cut our visit short," warns a camper named Mats.
Train noise at some locations: Campgrounds near railroad tracks experience periodic noise. At St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA, one camper noted, "We loved it. It will be even better when they invent silent trains," while another mentioned, "be prepared for a lot of noise from the busy main road and passing trains in the near distance."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Seek campgrounds with dedicated play areas. "There is a pool (closed when we were there), playground, mini golf, a lake, game room, laundry and a small store with basics," notes a visitor to Pin Oak RV Park.
Swimming options: Several parks offer water recreation for children. St. Charles County Klondike Park features water activities, with one camper noting, "We had a great time on the trails and near the Mighty Missouri River."
Halloween events: Families with children should consider Pin Oak RV Park for fall camping. "We go every October for Halloween. It is tight you need to reserve a premium spot for a little room. Staff and owners are great, lots to do for the kids," shares Tim K.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Bring adequate leveling equipment to Robertsville State Park Campground. "The lots are pretty uneven so make sure you bring plenty of cribbing," advises Montt B., adding "The spaces are electric only, so if you are wanting full hookups you better look elsewhere."
Limited big rig access: Not all campgrounds accommodate larger RVs. At Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park, "Not all sites are long enough for large RVs and the roads in some loops prevent you from turning around. The camp hosts we encountered are very helpful and have a list of site lengths and can tell you which ones are appropriate for large RVs."
Extension cords needed: At Beyond the Trail RV Park, utilities placement may require extra equipment. "The site services, electric, water and sewer, are located to the front of the site and extensions were needed for both the electric and sewer," notes Craig H.
Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities are available at Marthasville campgrounds?
What amenities are available at Marthasville campgrounds?
Campgrounds near Marthasville offer a range of amenities to enhance your stay. Hermann City RV Park provides convenient full hookups in a charming setting near the historic German village. For those seeking more facilities, Meramec Caverns Natural Campground features friendly staff, reliable electrical hookups, convenient water access, and fire pits. Most campgrounds in the area typically offer concrete pads, picnic tables, and water/electric hookups, with many also providing dump stations, laundry facilities, and easy access to local attractions.
Where can I find camping spots in Marthasville, MO?
Where can I find camping spots in Marthasville, MO?
Marthasville offers several excellent camping options nearby. Beyond the Trail RV Park in neighboring Defiance is a convenient choice with easy access to the Katy Trail and downtown Defiance just a 5-minute walk away. For tent camping enthusiasts, St. Charles County Klondike Park provides beautiful sites along the Missouri River with advance reservations required. These campgrounds place you perfectly in Missouri's wine country region while still keeping you close to Marthasville's local attractions.
What outdoor activities can I do while camping near Marthasville?
What outdoor activities can I do while camping near Marthasville?
The Marthasville area offers abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. At Onondaga Cave State Park Campground, you can explore the stunning cave with its impressive lighting system and enjoy river activities perfect for families with children. Cycling enthusiasts will appreciate easy access to the Katy Trail from multiple campgrounds, with bike rentals available nearby if you didn't bring your own. Cahokia RV Parque, though across the river, provides a great base for exploring the wider St. Louis area attractions. The region also offers excellent opportunities for hiking, fishing, canoeing on the Missouri River, and visiting local wineries.
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