Best Cabin Camping near Monroe City, MO

Several cabins near Monroe City offer overnight accommodations with varying levels of amenities. Puma Campground at Mark Twain State Park provides basic cabins with electricity, air conditioning, and refrigerators but no private bathrooms. These cabins feature front porches and are positioned near wooded areas for privacy. Ray Behrens Campground offers similar cabin options with convenient access to Mark Twain Lake. According to one visitor, "The cabins are simple and clean. It has air conditioning, which is needed in Missouri in August. Cabin is private with fire pit and picnic table at the front which faces near the woods."

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Mark Twain Lake Jellystone Park provides more amenity-rich cabin options, suitable for families seeking additional comforts beyond basic accommodations. The Meadow Campground offers "cute cabins in a variety of sizes," according to reviews. Most cabins require advance reservations, particularly during summer months when availability becomes limited. While many cabins permit pets, policies vary by location and specific accommodation type. Some campgrounds operate year-round while others close seasonally.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Bathroom facilities are typically shared, with shower houses located within walking distance of cabin areas. Cooking options vary by location, with some cabins offering refrigerators but no cooking facilities. Fire pits and picnic tables are standard at most cabin sites for outdoor meal preparation. On-site camp stores at Mark Twain Jellystone Park and other locations provide basic supplies, though larger grocery stores require driving to nearby towns. For full-service shopping, Monroe City offers retail options approximately 15-20 minutes from most campgrounds.

Best Cabin Sites Near Monroe City, Missouri (9)

    1. Ray Behrens

    16 Reviews
    Perry, MO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 735-4097

    $24 - $30 / night

    "The whole park doesn't match the awesomeness of site 97 and the few around it, but the end of this loop is almost perfect."

    "PROS 

    Senior discount 

    Site 32 level asphalt pad surrounded with grass and river rocks 

    Moveable aluminum table 

    Metal fire ring with cooking grate 

    One hook lantern pole 

    Site 19 very near toilets"

    2. Puma — Mark Twain State Park

    13 Reviews
    Stoutsville, MO
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 248-9980

    $24 - $45 / night

    "I stayed in one of the cabins which are very nice. They are basic but I loved the front porch. Tge cabins ha e electricity and a fridge but no bathroom. The hiking was great and I loved the rocks."

    "We rented cabin A for 4 days for our summer vacation. We couldn’t have been happier. The cabin is simple and clean."

    3. Mark Twain Lake Jellystone Park and The Water Zone

    4 Reviews
    Mark Twain Lake, MO
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 735-9422

    $20 - $299 / night

    "Great family location and for expanding children's knowledge"

    4. The Meadow Campground & Coffee House

    3 Reviews
    Hannibal, MO
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (844) 424-2267

    $25 - $130 / night

    "Tent sites in the trees with river views, water/electric at all of the RV pull thru sites, on site dump station, cute cabins in a variety of sizes, great hammocking trees, and a super clean bathhouse."

    "No individual sewer hook up sites available. All sites are back in only. Pull through coming soon. Gravel based sites with access to salt river. Can fish off the gravel ramp into the river."

    5. Siloam Springs State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Liberty, IL
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 894-6205

    "Each had a picnic table and were mostly dirt and grass with a few rocks/pebbles. There were latrine toilets but no showers or running water other than spigots."

    "We enjoy this park, nice hiking trails and lake. Also has a camp store and boat rentals."

    6. Yogi Bears Jellystone Park at Pine Lakes

    5 Reviews
    Pittsfield, IL
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 285-6719

    "The activities are not all day, so plan on some campside entertainment before 10am and after 6pm. Lake blow ups are included in price, but you must have a life vest. Bring your own to save money."

    7. Two Rivers Marina Llc

    1 Review
    Louisiana, IL
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 437-2321

    "Pads are level the store is stocked with whatever you might forget. Great rates. The shower house is wonderful."

    8. Shoemaker RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Macon, MO
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (660) 773-5313

    "They have a great staff, full store for almost anything you do, and don’t, need for your RV. 30/50 amp service throughout. K row is preferential. Spread out fairly well."

    9. Two Rivers Marina and Campground

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    Louisiana, IL
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 437-2321

    $45 / night

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  • Tarrah C.
    Jul. 13, 2022

    Puma — Mark Twain State Park

    Beautiful

    I stayed in one of the cabins which are very nice. They are basic but I loved the front porch. Tge cabins ha e electricity and a fridge but no bathroom. The hiking was great and I loved the rocks.

  • Sam H.
    Jun. 13, 2023

    Ray Behrens

    Likely our new regular spot

    The whole park doesn't match the awesomeness of site 97 and the few around it, but the end of this loop is almost perfect. Great shade, almost no slope to pads, all power options, great water pressure, and a sewer hookup. Plenty of rocked lounging or tent space with each site. Good size fire pits, lantern post, and an aluminum picnic table on a concrete pad. All the sites have enough empty space in between that most campgrounds would have stuck another site in-between. Restroom/shower house very close by and it's regularly cleaned. 2 trails to lakeside access are close by too.

  • Napunani
    Dec. 1, 2023

    Ray Behrens

    Great Value with ATB Pass

    PROS 

    Senior discount 

    Site 32 level asphalt pad surrounded with grass and river rocks 

    Moveable aluminum table 

    Metal fire ring with cooking grate 

    One hook lantern pole 

    Site 19 very near toilets and a dumpster 

    Friendly and helpful gate personnel 

    4 bars TMOBILE 

    CONS 

    Some road noise in the distance 

    Electric box at rear of site pad 

    Sewer connection 6 inches above ground 

    Poor planning to demolish all but one campground toilet/shower facilities at the same time 

    No overnight gate closure

    Don't Miss

    Rustic Oak Cabin Restaurant 

    Mark Twain Memorial Shrine in Mark Twain State Park. Free entrance 

    Ride the Mark Twain Riverboat in Hannibal 

    Downtown Hannibal nice variety of stores and shops 

    Dam Visitor Center very nice--fairly new

  • Kris C.
    Aug. 4, 2022

    Puma — Mark Twain State Park

    Wonderful Cabin Stay

    We rented cabin A for 4 days for our summer vacation. We couldn’t have been happier. The cabin is simple and clean. It has air conditioning, which is needed in Missouri in August (it was sooo hot). Cabin is private with fire pit and picnic table at the front which faces near the woods. Bathrooms and shower houses were clean and a short walk.

  • J
    May. 18, 2017

    Puma — Mark Twain State Park

    Pristine

    Pure, pristine, well maintained. Easy access to the lake. The campsites were level, clean, and spacious. I didn't think I'd like the gravel pad or concrete block for trailer & picnic tables, but they made the set up & tear downs easy. The screen room fit perfectly around the picnic table block. The campground bathrooms were clean and the shower temperature & water pressure were phenomenal. The park featured a playground, boat ramp, and a fish cleaning station. Everything we hoped it would be & more. Wished we had booked a longer stay!

  • Cathy S.
    Sep. 28, 2020

    Mark Twain Lake Jellystone Park and The Water Zone

    Pricy but great fun

    I found the camping area to be tight but what a fun place to be. Being after Labor Day the water par was closed, but looked like fun. Mini golf was booming. They had nice pavilion areas for gatherings. There was also a large swimming pool. Several of the sites were for seasonal but were very well kept. The camping cabins looked nice. As you came into the resort there was a well equipped store and a huge banquet center. They had two good sized ponds for fishing. Amenities included cable and WiFi. Not wilderness camping but fun for kids.

  • Leah H.
    Sep. 4, 2016

    Siloam Springs State Park Campground

    Siloam Springs

    Have visited Siloam Springs with both Scouts and with family. Camp sites were roomy but still shaded. Each had a picnic table and were mostly dirt and grass with a few rocks/pebbles. There were latrine toilets but no showers or running water other than spigots. While camping there we hiked some of the surrounding trails and fished at the lake.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 26, 2025

    Ray Behrens

    Great campground!

    Very clean campground. Long paved (asphalt) sites. Picnic tables and fire rings at the RV sites. The site close to the lake are not full hookups. The others are.

  • Austin-Tarra G.
    Oct. 20, 2021

    Ray Behrens

    Great Campground

    We stayed for a week at the Ray Behrens campground. We stayed at site 113 in the Little Blue Stem area, we backed in and had full hook ups for$26 a night. We really enjoyed this campground. We had plenty of room between us and the next camper. Each site included a wooden picnic table and a fire pit. There was a large grass area between us and the next camper site, but our camper was on an asphalt pad. The site we had in particular had a huge elevation slope from front to back and even at our most extreme settings we could not get our camper fully leveled. This was not a big issue, just something to keep in mind. Overall this was one of our favorite campgrounds we have stayed. There are deer throughout the property, be sure to drive slow especially during the evenings.


Guide to Monroe City

Cabin camping near Monroe City, Missouri offers a fantastic way to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the comforts of home. With a variety of campgrounds featuring cozy cabins, you can find the perfect spot for your next getaway.

Cabins are available at Ray Behrens

  • Experience spacious and wooded sites at Ray Behrens, which features a full-service marina and beautiful trails leading to the water.
  • The cabins at Puma — Mark Twain State Park provide a simple yet comfortable stay, complete with air conditioning and a private fire pit.
  • Enjoy the rustic charm of The Meadow Campground & Coffee House, where you can relax in cabins surrounded by nature and sip on delicious coffee.

Cabin campers like these nearby activities

  • At Ray Behrens, don't miss the chance to explore the Mark Twain Memorial Shrine and enjoy scenic views along the river.
  • Hiking enthusiasts will appreciate the trails at Puma — Mark Twain State Park, which offer access to beautiful landscapes and a swimming beach.
  • The Meadow Campground features a stage for summer concerts and is close to the Salt River, perfect for fishing and kayaking adventures.

Some prices for cabin camping start at $26

  • Rates at Ray Behrens start at around $26 per night for full hookups, making it an affordable option for families.
  • Cabin rentals at Puma — Mark Twain State Park are competitively priced, providing great value for a comfortable stay.
  • The Meadow Campground offers various cabin sizes, ensuring you can find something that fits your budget while enjoying the great outdoors.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Monroe City, MO is Ray Behrens with a 4.7-star rating from 16 reviews.

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