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Pine Ridge Recreation Area in the Mark Twain National Forest provides pet-friendly camping near New Bloomfield with vault toilets and potable water. This free campground features multiple designated camping spots with picnic tables and fire rings where pets are welcome. Campsites are first-come, first-served with a 2-week maximum stay. The sites are relatively spacious and separated enough to give privacy, though the campground tends to fill up on weekends. Vault toilets are clean and well-maintained according to visitor reports. Several sites have suitable trees for hammock camping, which can be convenient for campers with dogs.
Hiking trails at the campground entrance offer opportunities for dog exercise, though owners should be vigilant about ticks in the area, especially on overgrown paths. The nearby Dry Fork Recreation Area, another pet-friendly option, is primarily an equestrian campground but welcomes non-horse campers when Pine Ridge is full. Three Creeks Conservation Area provides more primitive camping options for pets and their owners willing to hike in. Visitors have noted occasional noise from a nearby gun range which might disturb sensitive dogs. During summer months, the campground can be hot and humid, so adequate water supplies for pets are essential. The campsites are generally clean, though visitors sometimes find trash in fire rings from previous campers.
"Close to Columbia but far enough away for a getaway. Easy to find from the road, even in the dark. Fire pits and picnic tables are there. Vault toilets and running water available."
"Only bummer was lots of ticks and there must be a gun range nearby, which set off our dog's anxiety."
"A beautiful campground located right next to the Missouri River. Live music, amazing Thai food, general store with snacks, beer, ice cream and merchandise."
"See beautiful scenery on the MO River & Katy Trail. You may get to see a paddleboat cruising the river."
from $10 - $60 / night
Check Availability"We had a fine one-night stay while traveling through, but encountered A LOT of ticks on the overgrown trail. BEWARE of ticks and check yourselves and your pets if staying here. No cell service."
"Others had left some trash around. we picked up what we could. please pack it out if You pack it in.."
"Plenty of room to be camped away from others."
"Kinda drive in and park anywhere you see a firepit. We had a rooftop tent on the truck and a tent. We camped near the smaller pond."
"A full disc golf course nearby and several ball fields. We love this park. The lake offers amazing fishing wether from boat or shore. Lots of bass crappie and catfish."
"This is a great place for us to take our dog to run and also a great place to mountain bike. Trails are color coded and they do a great job of separating them by difficulty."
"Close to Jefferson City and plenty of river activities. Check them out. You won’t be disappointed."
"Ask for a site around the perimeter for privacy."
"An easy and beautiful spot to camp for free near I-70. About 15 minutes of a stunning drive away from the interstate. Plenty of sites, lots, and places to rest for the night. All free and secluded!"
"Visited in March 2021, some pot holes in drive way, but manageable. Trees seemed to be trimmed back compared to other reviews. Nice facilities and great staff!"
"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."
from $45 - $52 / night
Check Availability"There is a gated dog park. Everything above is at the campground. Our dog really liked the owner too."
"They have a dog park which was nice."
from $40 - $55 / night
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GuideCleanest campground with all the amenities. The hosts are the owners and they are so nice and helpful. You follow them to your site and they deliver firewood if you paid for it. Sites are clean. There is a gated dog park. Everything above is at the campground. Our dog really liked the owner too.
GuideWe were parked on a hill with lots of gravel. Campsites are very narrow. But there was a very nice pond to fish at although it was a bit of a hike to get to. They have a dog park which was nice.
GuideGreat staff, wonderful level sites. Bathroom on site. Pool during season. Partially shaded. Dog walk area. Pet friendly.
LegendStayed for one night, water/elec only. Easy on/off the interstate and staff is very friendly. Assigned site was in the back of the park and nice and shady. They have a very nice, large dog park which our pups loved. Being in the back of the campground we had to walk a little to get there, but no big deal. Did not use their showers or bathroom, so can’t comment on that. Booked to stay again on our return trip.
ScoutWe are homeless and we got a campsite for two week here and I got a special needs child. And my boy were up at the water and all I did was call then over to me and I get 3 cops at my site. When cross from me the people at that site start there car off and on all night and dog parks from 6 am to 8 am. But I get told if I am loud I get kick out. Thank you for the welcoming feel
LegendThe campground (CG) was easy to find, located just 5 miles off I-70 with clear signage along the way. We parked at the designated registration area, and check-in was quick for our one-night stay. We were then escorted to pull-through site 17 with full hookups. The gravel pad was fairly level, and although the utilities were toward the back of the site, we had no trouble connecting. There were two sewer hookups—a nice touch. Water is shared, but the pressure was solid at about 50 psi. Sites are decently spaced, though some are closer together; ours was relatively close to the next site on the driver side. Our site had a nice yard, picnic table, and fire pit, but if someone had been in the site next to us, we would have been sharing that area. We got 2 bars on Verizon and 3 bars on T-Mobile, and our T-Mobile Home Internet worked very well. The CG WiFi was fine for email and web browsing. While the grounds have mature trees, most sites—including 17—are satellite-friendly. The 1/2-acre dog park was especially impressive. There was a mix of permanent, seasonal, and short-term guests. The park was clean, well-maintained, and featured fun wood carvings. The setting includes a pond and a trail to a small lake. A small camp store, ice, and propane are also available. Overall, this is a solid CG for overnight or extended stays. Out of the 325+ campgrounds we've visited, this one has the best rules sheet—hands down. It's hilarious, and you’ll instantly get their vibe!
LegendThe Pine Ridge Campground a few miles down the road was full, so we ended up at 1 of the 8 sites here. This is an equestrian campground that allows non-horse campers, but prefers you check Pine Ridge first. We had a fine one-night stay while traveling through, but encountered A LOT of ticks on the overgrown trail. BEWARE of ticks and check yourselves and your pets if staying here. No cell service.
TravelerGorgeous little lake. Vault toilets. Our camp fire ring was shaped like a heart! Probably not on purpose but we liked it. Very quiet. Lots of fishing. And we actually saw the cat!
ScoutStayed here for 2 nights, was a very peaceful and quite area to sleep. No disturbances. Right on the lake, plenty of fish. Bathrooms are fairly disgusting and full of spiders and there is a stray cat that stalks your food.
Pine Ridge Recreation Area in Mark Twain National Forest offers dispersed camping options near New Bloomfield, Missouri. Located in the Cedar Creek District at approximately 850 feet elevation, the area features multiple trails and camping spots in a pine forest environment. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F with high humidity, while spring and fall provide more moderate camping conditions with temperatures between 50-75°F.
Hiking from campground entrance: Pine Ridge Recreation Area has trails accessible directly from the campground. "Love the trails and the secluded spots. There usually are always people camping, even in the winter," notes Charlotte B. about Pine Ridge Recreation Area.
Kayaking on the Missouri River: Cooper's Landing provides river access for boaters. "Right on the river, food truck, bar and drinks at the general store, nice people, fire pit and music. There is a nice biking/jogging trail along the river as well," reports Douglas A. about his experience at Cooper's Landing Campgrounds and Marina.
Disc golf course: Binder Park offers recreational activities beyond camping. "137 acre lake with great fishing, offering rv hookups and basic tent sites with a pavilion and privys," mentions Curtis M. about Binder Park Campground.
Natural camping environment: Many campers appreciate Pine Ridge's natural setting. "Set in the Cedar Creek District of the mark Twain National Forest this campground is perfect for a night stay or a backpacking trip. On site camp hostess and privy. Great hammock camping," Curtis M. writes.
Fishing opportunities: The area offers various fishing locations. "A full disc golf course nearby and several ball fields. We love this park. The lake offers amazing fishing whether from boat or shore. Lots of bass crappie and catfish," Josh S. explains about Binder Park.
Private camping areas: Some sites provide more seclusion than others. "I stayed at #3 and it was a very spacious private spot. If you have kids/dogs I recommend spot #4 it has a long strip of playroom for running around without disturbing other spaces," advises Chrischelle N. about Dry Fork Recreation Area.
Gun range noise: Some campsites experience noise from nearby activities. "Cons: Can hear lawn-mowing and Gun shots from neighboring properties in the early morning. Still not the end of the world. Definitely fills up on the weekends," notes Chrischelle N.
Seasonal access changes: Campground availability varies by season. "Closed for the season," reported AC about Pine Ridge Recreation Area in October, while Ron R. noted in April: "I arrived at the site in April of 2025, and was greeted with a locked gate and signage stating rates are $15 per night."
Wildlife considerations: The natural environment includes wildlife. "We once had another camper come into our site and not want to leave," Charlotte B. mentions about some safety concerns at Pine Ridge. Ticks are common in the area, especially during warmer months.
Child-friendly amenities: Some campgrounds offer facilities specifically for families. "If you have kids/dogs I recommend spot #4 it has a long strip of playroom for running around without disturbing other spaces," recommends Chrischelle N.
Swimming areas: While the Missouri River isn't suitable for swimming, some areas have water recreation. "The river is wide and deep here. Current and undertows make it definitely not suitable for swimming. You can see the water swirling and churning," warns Brenda P. about Cooper's Landing.
Pet-friendly trails: Three Creeks Conservation Area provides primitive hiking with pets. "My kids and I love this area. It's absolutely beautiful - especially in the fall! It can be very muddy but.... what do you expect with all the water? Great for hiking!" reports Gary C. about Three Creeks Conservation Area.
RV site conditions: RV accommodations vary across campgrounds. "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," reports MickandKarla W. about Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground.
Generator considerations: Not all sites permit generators. "No power and vault toilets. Donation camping so late night arrivals can get sketchy," mentions Josh S. about Pine Ridge Recreation Area, indicating the need to be self-sufficient.
Hook-up options: RV sites with various hook-up levels are available in the area. "Wonderful open areas for camping. Fire pits aplenty. Great hiking trails to meadows and forest. Several sites all first come first serve," reports Josh S. about Pine Ridge Recreation Area.
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