Best RV Parks & Resorts near Moberly, MO

RV parks near Moberly include Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground in Columbia with 83 gravel sites accommodating large vehicles, Long Branch State Park Campground in Macon offering electric hookups and water access, and Shoemaker RV Park in Bevier with full hookup capabilities. The gravel sites at Cottonwoods feature level pull-through spaces with 50-amp service, though spacing between units can be tight. "Large level gravel spots that can accommodate any size. Visited in March 2021, some pot holes in drive way, but manageable," noted one camper about Cottonwoods. Cedar Creek Resort & RV Park provides additional options with sewer hookups and big rig access on their property east of Columbia.

Within the region, full hookup availability varies significantly between private and public facilities. Several parks maintain year-round operations, including Cottonwoods and Shoemaker, while seasonal restrictions affect amenities at state parks during winter months. Dump stations are available at most locations, with sanitary dump facilities confirmed at Cottonwoods, Long Branch, and Cedar Creek. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the area, though Wi-Fi quality differs between parks. A review mentioned, "We got 4 bars on Verizon and their WiFi worked well for a campground of this size." Reservation policies differ between facilities—state parks like Long Branch typically offer advance booking through Missouri's reservation system, while private parks like Shoemaker require direct contact with management.

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RV Park Reviews near Moberly, MO

275 Reviews of 54 Moberly Campgrounds


  • Nate R.
    Sep. 28, 2021

    Red Maples Community

    Good for a short stay.

    Making reservations: We made reservations a few weeks in advance (glad we did). We received an email with the site and instructions, which included calling to make final payment. This one, like many private parks, has limited office hours. So, catching them while they were in the office took a few tries.

    The park: That all said, the experience in the park was fine. Beautiful tree canopy covers the whole park, tiny playground for the kids at the back of the park, etc. There was plenty of space between sites for our tow vehicle and 37’ 5th wheel with 3 slide outs. Utilities were close (50/30/20, water, sewer). Pull through sites if nobody is slotted in front/behind (you pull through one site to get to the other). No branches in our way (we are 12’7” tall). This park is a combo of mobile homes, transient RVs and long term RVs.

    Surrounding area: There is a gas station right up the road although it was too busy / small for us so we went back toward the main Highway where there are two big ones to choose from with plenty of space to turn. Seems to be the gateway to the Ozarks for gassing up, so plenty of space and stuff.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2024

    Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground

    Very Nice Campground

    Check-in was quick and easy and we proceeded to pull through site 83 with FHUs. 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. As we were on the end of a row, we had a lot of front yard space. The sites here are very close together, but long-term guests kept their sites nice and well organized, and overall this CG was very clean. 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. We got 4 bars on Verizon and their WiFi worked well for a campground of this size. 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.

  • G
    Sep. 13, 2020

    Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground

    Perfectly Good

    Convenient RV resort, safe and tight , level gravel spots. Good staff and nice mix of long term guests. Good public areas for families.

  • M
    Apr. 13, 2022

    Cedar Creek Resort & RV Park

    Peaceful place

    Quiet peaceful place for our overnight stop, would like to have extended stay to enjoy all the amenities. Friendly staff, very clean facilities, wonderful natural location.

  • C
    Mar. 12, 2022

    Arrow Rock State Historic Site Campground — Arrow Rock State Historic Site

    Nice campsite during off season

    Stayed two nights in early March in our RV. I knew the bathrooms would be locked and that the water would be off so had full fresh tank and jerry cans. There's a dump station on site so I didn't have to go home full too. Electric at the site was appreciated so we can run the furnace fan and water heater off it. I was not expecting to see no trashcans so I had to pack out. However, there were recycling bins.

    I didn't see anyone selling firewood along the way so I scavenged for wood near the site. Not a big deal to find wood but it was wet and challenging to keep from smoking me out.

    There were only a couple other campers and they were nice not to camp next to us. Felt like we were the only ones there. The best part of camping off season.

    Walked the trail down to the river and appreciated the crushed rock trail. I didn't visit the nearby town, but will next time I visit.

    The only negative was not being able to reserve and pay ahead of arrival, which means I have to bring exact cash. Who carries cash anymore?!

    Site 37 is a premium site with 50 amp service for an additional cost. I didn't have enough cash to pay the premium site price and had already setup camp before realizing it. My RV has a 30 amp service and it was off season so I didn't feel too bad about paying the standard electric price.

  • Jon B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 28, 2024

    Long Branch State Park Campground

    Great Walk-In Campgrounds

    The walk-in campgrounds (it's about a 50 foot walk from the parking lot to each site) at Long Branch are located off in their own little area at the shore of the lake that offers some pretty good isolation. Although we went at a time when the water was still shut off, there are bathrooms and water available via a very short walk from the walk-in sites April 1-Oct 31. The sites are each very spacious with flat areas and material already laid out for pitching a tent and plenty of trees for throwing up a hammock. Although firewood was stated to be available year round from the vending machine, it was locked up when we went through, but there is a convenience store right across the highway from the lake that sells wood bundles and anything else you might need.

    We really enjoyed our time here and we'll definitely be coming back in the warmer months to enjoy some swimming and boating.

  • Kathy L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 24, 2021

    Arrow Rock State Historic Site Campground — Arrow Rock State Historic Site

    Lovely and peaceful campground

    We stayed on site 13 for one night in October 2020. It’s about 15-20 minutes from I70. Electric and water hookups, clean showers, very nice campground host. You’re supposed to reserve>24 hours in advance but we pulled up around 8 pm and got a site. Good spacing between sites, pretty level parking spot, picnic table, fire pit, etc. Huge and empty picnic area- beautifully maintained. Lovely spot. Wish we had more time to explore it. We would return here again.

  • Jan K.
    Oct. 7, 2021

    Frank Russell Campground

    Nice stay

    This was a 1 night stay while getting to the east coast. Most impressed by how perfectly level our paved parking pad was. We didn’t have to level the rv or even unhook it from the truck. Very few campers as some sections were closed, peaceful & quiet evening. Shady site with picnic table and fire ring. Restrooms were clean-ish (we are camping, right?), they could use a fresh coat of paint and soap dispensers. Showers were fine. Used their dump station and filled the water tank as we exited the park. Would recommend & would stay there again

  • Chuck H.
    Jul. 9, 2018

    Badger — Mark Twain State Park

    Badger Loop

    A group of us stayed on the Badger loop. Each has gravel pads with electric, picnic table, lantern pole and fire ring. Plenty of buffer between sites and quiet. Clean showers, park programs for kids and friendly camp host. We enjoyed driving over to Mark Twain’s birth place and shrine and antiquing in Perry.


Guide to Moberly

RV camping near Moberly, Missouri centers around several reservoir recreation areas within a 50-mile radius. At an elevation of approximately 840 feet, this north-central Missouri region experiences hot summers and cold winters, with peak camping season running May through September. Most campgrounds in the area maintain gravel sites with variable spacing between units, and several offer lakeside camping opportunities.

What to Do

Fishing at Thomas Hill Reservoir: This free camping area offers multiple spots to cast for bass, crappie, and catfish. "Nice free campground. No showers or electric sites, however, the grounds are well kept, its quiet and has an awsome lake," writes dwminph about Thomas Hill Reservoir Conservation Area.

Swimming at Long Branch Lake: The beach area provides a sandy shoreline with designated swimming zones during summer months. "They have a great lake, and quite campground. The lake has a nice beach next to the marina. Marina store has icecream and other small items if you need something," notes Jason C. about Long Branch State Park Campground.

Water recreation rentals: Some campgrounds offer equipment for exploring local waterways. "Free rentals on pontoon boats, kayaks, and paddle boats," shares Jason R. about Cedar Creek Resort, making it convenient for families wanting to get on the water without hauling gear.

What Campers Like

Spacious lakeside sites: Several campgrounds offer direct water access from campsites. At Long Branch State Park, Adriana W. mentions, "I reserved a walk in site and it was totally worth it. It's a very short walk into the site, it's even visible from the parking lot. The site is right on the water with beach access so there's no need to drive to the crowded beach area to swim!"

Well-stocked camp stores: Many rv parks near Moberly stock camping essentials and treats. "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," writes MickandKarla W. about Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground.

Clean facilities: Several campgrounds maintain well-kept bathhouses and grounds. "The campground reps were kind and great to work with. The registration online was seamless," reports Amy E. about Cedar Creek Resort & RV Park, noting the overall quality of the property.

What You Should Know

Security concerns: Some free camping areas have reported theft issues. At Thomas Hill Reservoir, Gary F. warns, "Free camping but i left my rv there for two nights and it was broken into and ransacked. they stole numerous items."

Site leveling requirements: Many campgrounds feature sloped terrain. "Campsites are at slants so be prepared to level," notes Jolie C. about Long Branch State Park.

Seasonal operation limitations: While some Moberly area RV parks operate year-round, amenities vary by season. "Due to a family issue we needed to make the drive home. Hit the road and decided we'd had enough for the day. Called to confirm a site was available for one night. Drove down a dirt road to arrive to a fairly unlevel gravel pad," reports Rick G. about Cedar Creek Resort.

Tips for Camping with Families

Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with play areas and organized activities. "Great playground. Several large rigs in our row, we still fit. Decorated wonderfully for Halloween. Kids are happy!" shares Brittany W. about Cottonwoods RV Park.

Beach access for children: Campgrounds with swimming areas offer built-in entertainment. "The swimming beach looks very nice, although it was too cold to use when we were there," notes Carissa H. about Long Branch State Park.

Tick prevention: The area has reported tick issues during summer months. "The beach was very clean, the campsite was well shaded and bathrooms conveniently located throughout. Absolutely beautiful! Lots of ticks though so check yourself often!" warns Heather S. at Long Branch State Park.

Tips from RVers

Site spacing considerations: Many RV parks near Moberly have limited space between units. "The camp sites are very close to each other. But the campers around us were very nice. Only needed one night and it worked prayer for us," explains Jessica B. about Cottonwoods RV Park.

Road conditions: Access roads to some campgrounds may be problematic for larger rigs. "The only thing I didn't love was the gravel road all the way in. Our truck and camper was covered with gravel dust. So if you had anything exposed, it'll get a bit dusty," shares Amy E. about Cedar Creek Resort.

Alternate RV parking options: For overnight stops, some Moberly area travelers use less traditional spots. "If you are coming to the Mark Twain area and you wanna stay a longer visit then this is your type of place. We stopped and talked to the people staying here...it's mostly gravel and it's like a summer home to most," explains Scott M. about Indian Creek RV Park.

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