Best RV Parks & Resorts near Mindenmines, MO

Several established RV parks are located within 30 miles of Mindenmines, Missouri, primarily clustered near Joplin, Carthage, and Nevada. Big Red Barn RV Park in Carthage features 57 full-hookup sites with both 50-amp and 30-amp electrical connections on level, spacious pull-through spots with grass areas between sites. Osage Prairie RV Park in Nevada provides 46 sites with water, electric, and sewer connections, though sites vary in length. Camp Mi Casa on the Route RV Park accommodates big rigs with 50-amp service, water, and sewer hookups. Downstream RV Park in Joplin caters to larger motorhomes with water and 50-amp electrical connections. "Long wide sites that have grass, patios and picnic tables. Very pet friendly."

Most RV parks in the region remain open year-round with varying amenities. Many parks require advance reservations, especially during summer travel months and weekends. Road access is straightforward with several parks located just off major highways like I-49, though highway noise can be noticeable at properties near main roads. Sanitary dump stations are available at all the major RV parks. Cell service through Verizon is generally reliable throughout the area. One camper noted needing "two blocks to level" at Osage Prairie RV Park, while another mentioned that Big Red Barn offers a quieter experience being "off the highway about a mile, so no highway noise." Pet policies vary by location, with most parks allowing pets but enforcing leash requirements and cleanup rules.

Best RV Sites Near Mindenmines, Missouri (87)

    1. Four Oaks RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Pittsburg, KS
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (620) 230-5585

    2. Downstream RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Joplin, MO
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 626-6750

    "Nice quiet easy to get to off interstate. Pull through spaces. Very clean and well kept. Stay for free if you are a casino card holder."

    "It is a parking lot behind a casino but backs up to a beautiful pasture with pond. Stay is free with a membership card from casino. Got card then went to gift shop to get space."

    3. Camp Mi Casa on the Route RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Carthage, MO
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 358-7829

    "The people here are nice and the restrooms/showers/laundry room are very clean!"

    "Want to watch a old time outdoor movie drive in. Its a couple of blocks down the road. They have a pool and pavilion."

    4. Big Red Barn RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Carthage, MO
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 358-2432

    $32 - $68 / night

    "This is a great, friendly campground, off the highway about a mile, so no highway noise. Very pet friendly. Long wide sites that have grass, patios and picnic tables. Open year round!"

    "This park has level, pull-through shaded lots and a quiet location. Our group used the rally barn for meetings, and their fire pit for the evening, which were bonus features."

    5. Osage Prairie RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Nevada, MO
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 667-2267

    "Osage Prairie, Site #46 (46 total sites), long enough for tt and truck, gravel, full hookup, close, but not bad, on interstate service road, no major noise, wifi poor, $39 with mil discount, otherwise"

    "Long pull-thrus with full hookups.  For an overnight stay, this is a nice campground."

    6. Zans Creekside RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Joplin, MO
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 782-0441

    $20 - $40 / night

    "Nice campground close to Joplin, MO. Friendly host, clean campsites, pet friendly."

    "We did find 2 outside stalls with toilets but not until the next morning so that helped. Overall it was a nice place to stop and sleep for the night. Friendly people."

    7. Ballard's Campground

    3 Reviews
    Diamond, MO
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 359-0359

    $35 - $575 / night

    8. Beagle Bay RV Haven Campground

    5 Reviews
    La Russell, MO
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 548-0000

    "Tent area is undeveloped, but the lawn is fairly level, bathrooms and showers are only a short walk away. Nicole showed me to the site and was a wonderful help."

    "Arcade, swimming pool, kids playground and a pond to fish. On top of those they have bathrooms & showers with a sauna in each and a laundry unit which are all very nice!"

    9. Hillside RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Big Hill Lake, KS
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (620) 795-2471

    $30 - $33 / night

    "Full hookups. Grocery store is literally minutes away. The RV Park is located at the south end of town on Highway 59. The owner is very accommodating. Good Verizon signal. Park has wi-fi."

    "This place was very quiet. We arrived and the owner was extremely helpful and nice. We were passing through town and found this place. Full hookups and level spots. Would recommend."

    10. Whispering Woods RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Wyandotte, OK
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 666-9200

    "Code for the bath facilities will be provided at that time. Close to the casino and well landscaped. Video is from Nov. of 2020."

    "Free shuttle to the casino if desired. Nice bathhouse and showers. Beautiful view"

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RV Park Reviews near Mindenmines, MO

178 Reviews of 87 Mindenmines Campgrounds


  • Kim B.
    Sep. 22, 2018

    Big Red Barn RV Park

    Quiet, country, friendly, pets welcome

    This is a great, friendly campground, off the highway about a mile, so no highway noise. Very pet friendly. Long wide sites that have grass, patios and picnic tables. Open year round!

  • N
    Jul. 20, 2019

    Gunn Park

    Nice quiet campground

    We have stayed there about 6 times. Very quiet. Needs some renovations. Sites are not level and need either more gravel or concrete. Most of the sites are 30 amp and no dump station. Water and electric only.

    Big rigs at some of the sites will have a problem. Renember this is a old campground. Fishing from the shore is great no boats. Adult children ( seniors) lol are there every day looking to catch dinner.

  • Dexter I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 22, 2021

    Gopher Valley - Twin Bridges — Grand Lake State Park

    Pleasant RV/Tent campground

    Gopher Valley campground in on of several campground in the Twin Bridges area of Grand Lake State Park.  This campground is fully paved with both full hook up RV camping area, tent camping area and areas that work for both.  Campground have drive through and pull in sites.  Sites all have picnic tables and metal fire rings.  Campground has a large pavilion which can be rented.  The pavilion has a huge BBQ grill.  Campground has a small playground for the kids.  Small restroom with showers is available.  With the exception of the RV pull through sites all the other sites have plenty of grass to set up a tent.  Sites can be reserved.

  • Melissa M.
    Sep. 30, 2016

    Overlook

    A+ CG will go again

    Great sites, great hiking, kids activities and pet friendly. Clean facilities. A+

  • Mike H.
    Jul. 18, 2021

    Joplin KOA

    Nice enough

    Clean and well maintained KOA. Friendly personnel. Shaded, pull thru sites as well as back-ins, cabins, and tent sites. Sites are very level with crushed stone pads. Good water pressure. Lots of grass. Patio sites are available. Internet is poor, as typical of most RV parks. Cable tv with about 30 channels. Good stopover park.

  • M
    Oct. 17, 2021

    Stage Stop Campground

    Great little campground!

    Great little campground! Full hookups for reasonable price. Quiet and convenient. Good size sites and easy in/out! Very well maintained. Cute amenity buildings (built to look like old west). Small dog run area. Very cute field area with creek & playground & old rustic farm equipment made into yard decor.

  • Jan S.
    May. 4, 2022

    Big Red Barn RV Park

    Good facilities for groups

    This park has level, pull-through shaded lots and a quiet location. Our group used the rally barn for meetings, and their fire pit for the evening, which were bonus features. The camp host made cinnamon rolls for us on Sunday!

  • Carrie C.
    May. 18, 2021

    Zans Creekside RV Park

    Joplin , MO

    Nice campground close to Joplin, MO. Friendly host, clean campsites, pet friendly.

  • Alex B.
    May. 24, 2023

    Beagle Bay RV Haven Campground

    Wonderful place to relax

    Tent area is undeveloped, but the lawn is fairly level, bathrooms and showers are only a short walk away. Nicole showed me to the site and was a wonderful help. Great spot that most people might pass up because its right next to the highway, but honestly you can barely tell aside from the hum of trucks. Bathrooms are beautiful and clean, 2 toilets, 2 showers and a sauna in each. The place is quiet and seems like a lot of people here are long term residents. We are in a tent on the back lawn by a small fishing lake. Nice playground for younger kids and you cant beat the atmosphere and the birds. Free on-site laundry which I took advantage of when I needed to wash and dry my blanket on a cold night. Unfourtunately no campfire for tent camp sites, but bring a camp stove and you'll be fine. They are actively doing renovations and the office isnt open yet, so you have to call the park manager, Kim, for info and she is wonderful. All the staff is. Kim came by and took my son and 2 other kids on a golf cart ride on the trail behind the lake and they had a blast. We are loving it here and are sad to be leaving after the weekend. Update: I have just been informed they have a Willie Nelson impersonator doing a show here tonight, this place would get 6 stars if I could.


Guide to Mindenmines

RV parks near Mindenmines, Missouri cluster along major transportation routes with most facilities located within 30 miles of town. The region sits at approximately 900 feet elevation in Missouri's southwest corner where the terrain transitions from the Ozark Plateau to the western plains. Summer camping typically sees temperatures ranging from 70-90°F with higher humidity levels, while spring and fall offer milder conditions ideal for outdoor activities.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Zans Creekside RV Park offers direct access to Shoal Creek with good fishing spots. "Nice Shady spot overlooking the river. My spot was shaded by black walnut trees. With the sound of the river in the background. Totally relaxing," notes camper Carl E.

Visit historic sites: The area features Route 66 attractions within easy driving distance. A camper at Camp Mi Casa on the Route RV Park mentioned, "Near enough to town to enjoy the museum and pop in for lunch, far enough away to feel detached. There's also an old Drive in movie next door!"

Casino gaming: Several campgrounds offer easy access to casino entertainment. At Whispering Woods RV Park, one visitor noted, "Easy to get in and out. Free shuttle to the casino if desired. Nice bathhouse and showers. Beautiful view."

Miniature golf: Family-friendly recreation is available at some campgrounds. A reviewer at Osage Prairie RV Park shared, "Great site with mini golf for the kids too."

What campers like

Clean facilities: Big Red Barn RV Park receives consistent praise for maintenance standards. A camper observed, "The bathrooms were toasty warm and VERY clean. Lavatory hot water got warm quickly, plenty of soap and towels."

Pet-friendly areas: Designated pet zones are valued by travelers. At Downstream RV Park, a visitor noted, "Clean. Safe. Great for an overnight on our way from Joplin to OK City. $30 for electricity and water. Easy check in and plenty of spots."

Group facilities: Some parks offer special amenities for gatherings. Big Red Barn RV Park provides "level, pull-through shaded lots and a quiet location. Our group used the rally barn for meetings, and their fire pit for the evening, which were bonus features."

Quiet locations: Campgrounds further from highways offer peaceful stays. A camper at Big Red Barn RV Park commented, "This is a great, friendly campground, off the highway about a mile, so no highway noise."

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Many RV parks near Mindenmines have varying booking policies. At Beagle Bay RV Haven Campground, a visitor shared, "Pulled in here on a cross-country trip. They're flexible, personable and responsive."

Highway noise: Proximity to major roads affects sound levels at several parks. At Downstream RV Park, a reviewer stated, "Highway noise but didn't bother us at all," while another mentioned it's "right on historical route 66... a bit noisy due to Main highway is not that far away but not overwhelming."

Site leveling: Ground conditions vary significantly between parks. At Osage Prairie RV Park, one camper reported needing "two blocks to level" their RV.

Frequently Asked Questions

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Mindenmines, MO is Four Oaks RV Park with a 3-star rating from 2 reviews.

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