Cabins near Maryland Heights, Missouri offer varying accommodations from basic rustic shelters to fully-equipped rentals. The Missouri River floodplain creates unique terrain around many cabin sites, with elevations ranging from 400-700 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures typically reach 85-95°F with high humidity, while winter overnight temperatures can drop below freezing.
What to do
Hiking trails: Cuivre River State Park Campground features multiple well-maintained paths through wooded areas. "The trails are fantastic and have different levels for all. The best spot is over looking the lake and offers a clear view of the night sky," reports a visitor. The park operates year-round with both tent sites and cabin accommodations.
Kayaking opportunities: Meramec State Park Campground offers river access for paddlers. "Access to the river for lounging or floating," notes one camper. Rentals are available on-site for those without their own equipment, making it convenient for cabin guests to enjoy water activities during their stay.
Cave exploration: The region features several underground cave systems open for guided tours. "Pay the extra for the caves tour! Down the road there's an old iron foundry and a historic cemetery to explore," recommends a visitor to Meramec State Park Campground. Cave tours require closed-toe shoes and sometimes advance reservations.
What campers like
Convenient city access: Cahokia RV Parque offers proximity to urban attractions. "They have a shuttle to the various tourist attractions, just ask the staff at the office for details," explains a visitor. Cabins here provide a home base for exploring St. Louis while returning to more private accommodations.
Lakeside views: Several cabin options provide water views. "We love going here and watching the sunsets. This is a great place to kayak and camp if you don't want to drive that fare and live in the city," notes a visitor to St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park, highlighting the benefit of waterside cabin locations.
Seasonal activities: Many cabin locations offer different experiences throughout the year. "Spent one night on our way through. We had tram tickets for the arch so we needed a shore power hookup for run the AC for our dog," reports a visitor to St. Louis NE-Granite City KOA, showing how cabins serve as functional bases for regional exploration.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most cabins require advance booking, especially for premium locations. "We called ahead but didn't need a reservation. It is a city park and had that feel... not many trees for shade but the lake was pretty," notes a visitor to St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park.
Varying noise levels: Some cabin locations experience noise from nearby transportation. "There was some rough springtime weather expected one day. A park ranger went around to every site and notified every camper of where the shelters were and gave out a flyer about the specific weather forecast," reports a camper, highlighting the staff communication during severe weather.
Seasonal weather considerations: The region experiences all four seasons distinctly. "The spaces are a bit close together and not many trees but I've been to worse. The not many trees is do to it still being a fairly new campground," explains a visitor, noting the limited shade at some properties during hot summer months.
Tips for camping with families
Child-friendly activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Resort At Six Flags specializes in family accommodations. "We spent a weekend here because we wanted to be close to six flags. I swear this place was more fun!!! There's swimming, games, lots of activities and you can go from rustic rent a tent to a really nice cabin with lots amenities," shares a visitor.
Playground access: Many cabin locations include outdoor play areas. "Located right next to a lake with a lot of RV and tent camping spots. Kids had a blast riding bikes. Even finding a few little frogs jumping around and fireflies at night," reports a family who visited St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park.
Game areas: Indoor recreation spaces provide entertainment during inclement weather. "A nice pool and an arcade area with plenty of room to hangout inside. There is a pond with some decent sized fish in it," notes a visitor to Pin Oak RV Park, describing amenities beyond basic cabin accommodations.
Tips from RVers
Site selection priorities: Experienced campers recommend choosing sites carefully. "The sites I was in had full hook ups. The water pressure was so strong that I could barely open the water pump!" notes one RVer, indicating the variation in utilities even at the same property.
Accessibility concerns: Some cabin areas have terrain challenges. "You can get a site close to the water, but it means the walking trail is right next to your unit. Trade offs, I suppose," explains a long-term visitor to St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park, highlighting the privacy considerations.
Seasonal cabin availability: Washington State Park Campground and others operate with different schedules. "Loved the campground! However, lesson learned to reserve a campsite further from the road. Great hiking trails. Fishing not so much. Scenic views," advises a winter visitor, noting that off-season stays have different advantages and challenges compared to peak times.
