Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Nixa, MO

Searching for the best camping near Nixa, MO? There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Missouri camping has to offer. Find the best campgrounds near Nixa, MO. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Nixa, Missouri (125)

    1. Springfield - Route 66 KOA

    31 Reviews
    Brookline, MO
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 818-3172

    "The only drawback is a train close by. They have a small gated dog park and I huge open field."

    "Lots of cats"

    2. Hootentown Canoe Rental & Campground

    8 Reviews
    Highlandville, MO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 369-2266

    $12 - $25 / night

    "Our spot had electricity and was all by itself tucked in the back corner which was perfect! We were a cpl min away from the River which made for a beautiful walk!"

    "The RV sites are a little small and close to each other, and you can tell some people are long time campers."

    3. Busiek

    8 Reviews
    Chestnutridge, MO
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 895-8660

    "Busiek isn't to far of the beaten path. It has several trails and camping sites. There is plenty of wildlife available for viewing."

    "Absolutely beautiful hiking trails and amazing off grid camping for family. Just make sure to bring the bug spray and tikis bc there are tons of bugs."

    4. Cobb Ridge

    9 Reviews
    Chadwick, MO
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 683-4428

    $15 - $75 / night

    "The trails are also maintained. I would not recommend hiking on these trails as ATVs and Bikes go fast on the trails and unless a hiker can hear the off roader coming they may get hurt."

    "It is an off-roading park so be aware of the noise."

    5. Lambert's Cafe RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Ozark, MO
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 844-6058

    "Basically just a parking lot behind Lambert's Cafe, but with full hookups for $30. Self serve station for registering makes it easy. Relatively quiet considering it's location."

    6. Cooks RV Motor Park - Springfield, MO

    7 Reviews
    Springfield, MO
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 833-1252

    "What a wonderful gem just outside of Springfield Missouri. Clean bathrooms, friendly staff, close to lots of attractions in the area."

    "There isn’t an enclosed dog area but places to walk them . It’s a fairly packed parking lot layout. Very quiet and good location."

    7. Ozark Highlands Mobile Home & RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Springfield, MO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 881-0066

    "It is right near a few shopping centers but in the back of a trailer park and very quiet. They had good internet access for free."

    8. Timbercrest Park

    1 Review
    Springfield, MO
    7 miles
    +1 (417) 881-8004

    "Affordable and right on edge of town"

    9. Silver Bell Mobile Home & RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Rogersville, MO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 299-5511

    $35 / night

    10. The Hook Up RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Rogersville, MO
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 414-0785

    "Stopped in for one night on my way through southern Missouri and so glad I did. Super friendly hosts, newer RV Park, great amenities!"

    "Great location with a country feel!"

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Nixa, MO

634 Reviews of 125 Nixa Campgrounds


  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 21, 2024

    Branson Treehouse Cabin & RV Park

    Quiet, Centrally Located, Large Sites

    We really enjoyed our stay here! It was the week after Labor Day and was mostly vacant, making for a quiet stay. Love the amenities for kids! The only reason I give 4 stars is the dog policy— it’s very strict, and there isn’t a dog park type area to let pets off leash to play & get energy out.

  • Keith S.
    Jun. 1, 2019

    Cooper Creek Resort

    Loved our time

    Location is easy to find. Love being next to the water! Heard there is a dog park coming this summer. Great place to go if u want to vacation with someone that doesn't have a camper because of the cabins on property. we will be back.

  • S
    Nov. 22, 2020

    Branson Lakeside RV Park

    Great RV park right on the river

    Great atmosphere and sooo close to the Branson landing for dinner/shopping but also right on the river for a great day on the boat. Just a bit down river from Lily’s Landing (bait shop and a fun stop in for the kids to grab a snack). Walking distance to a park with play ground and two separate dog park areas (one fenced one open). Definitely an “RV PARK” nothing secluded about it if that’s what you’re looking for... very close to neighboring site and even in off season it was packed full the weekend we went. The sites along the river side had great big fire pits too.

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 1, 2020

    Springfield - Route 66 KOA

    Great Service But Smaller Sites

    Of all the KOAs I have visited I was very eager to check out this one.  Close to Springfield and not to far from the turn off to Wilson Creek Battlefield this one just kinda made sense for a visit.  

    When I ventured to check it out I quickly noticed that the site spacing was not the best when it came to the RVs, it looked claustrophobic.   When it came to the tent sites I felt a bit more like I could breathe and stretch out.   Kind of strange that this was the case as usually the RV section at a KOA is more accommodating, in my own personal experiences.   

    The staff was very friendly and helpful and the overall amenities were pretty inclusive.   Some of course obvious upgrades coming at additional charges while others were standard.

    In true KOA fashion there is WIFI, which I personally always welcome because I work remotely and sometimes do not have the best of signal.    Additionally they had standard features such as a dog park area, playground for the kiddos and a pool, although the pool is not open year round like some.   

    A few things that were a bit less common however, they had a pet play room which was pretty cool and though I don't travel with my pets found it to be a very friendly touch.    I also noticed that in addition to snacks you could pick up in the store they also had pizza during certain times if you were not wanting to use your own kitchen or the common space camp kitchens.

    I was pretty impressed overall but with all the good there were those claustrophobic rv sites I just couldn't get past and the pricing of a KOA always hurts the pockets a bit more even with them being nice and the common kitchen area I was attempting to use and had a few issues, this could have been just when I was visiting so I don't want to completely hold that against them but it was having issued.

    TIPS:

    * Visit Wilson's Creek Battlefield to explore, learn and hike.  When you come to this KOA it obviously does not have any hiking, but the battlefield offers a lengthy system of trails .* Bass Pro's home is Springfield, MO so you will not only find the largest Bass Pro there but also a unique museum of all animals which is quite spectacular.

  • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 26, 2023

    Bull Creek RV Park

    39 Sites and 400 Feet of Creek Access

    Ashley here from The Dyrt! We’re excited to have this new partner online. This park is dog friendly with a dog park and offers a large community fire-pit (among other things.) Check them out and leave them some love.

  • J
    Oct. 26, 2022

    Springfield - Route 66 KOA

    Great place to stay

    My wife and our children stayed here in the summer while we traveled for work and we were extremely pleased with both the grounds and the staff. They have great amenities and clean facilities as well as washers and dryers. They were so accommodating. The only drawback is a train close by. They have a small gated dog park and I huge open field. They have a seasonal swimming pool, kids playground, game room and few more things to keep the kids busy. Good WiFi and a shop that sells/makes/delivers pizza to your campsite. We will be visiting again in the future definitely.

  • J
    May. 4, 2024

    Hide-A-Way Campground & RV Retreat

    Hideaway campground

    We can here in October stayed until April and got to some great people very friendly .pet friendly nice dog run.under new manger . under new owners the place is looking better .we really enjoyed the stay here will be back in October close to town .I can just say this is the only campgrounds we would stay at .if you want to meet friendly people and have a great time come to hide a way campground.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 31, 2022

    Lambert's Cafe RV Park

    Okay for an Overnighter

    After reading a couple of reviews on this new campground (CG), we called about availability and got someone at Lambert’s Cafe who was not much help. We arrived at this new RV park addition to Lambert’s Cafe from I-57 with no issues. Coming in from I-57, we followed the signs for Lamberts and J.T. RV Park on the left side of the road. The entrance to the RV area is the second entrance into Lambert’s main parking lot. You follow the signage back to the CG which sits off to the right and behind Lambert's. This CG is first-come-first-serve. There’s a sign at the kiosk that states sites 6, 7, 8, 9, 27, 28, 29, 30,& 31 are for stays of one week or longer. We selected and parked in site 25 with FHUs, and then went back to the kiosk and paid our$40. The sites are narrow and very close to each other but this was on a Sunday and the park was fairly empty. There were about five transients overnight along with the four long-termers so having someone next to you was not an issue. There is no fire pit, picnic table, cable, or WiFI. One of the long-termers told me there’s a plan to put in a shower house, restrooms, and other amenities. We do not know if this is factual as we did not see any camp-host type of person during our stay. The CG is in an industrial area and we heard backing beeps at about 2:00 AM for a few minutes but other than that it was not bad for this type of area near a main road. We noticed a long-term resident taking their dog out and not picking up after the pet, which seemed to be common based on the'land mines' we noted while walking our dogs around. There is a dump station here that is a $10 fee if not staying in the CG. Lambert's Cafe is within easy walking distance. We had good water pressure at 50 psi and 4 bars on Verizon. This place is pretty much a parking lot with no trees so no problem with satellite. We got a good variety of OTA stations as well. This CG was a little on the pricey side for what you get unless maybe you are a huge Lambert’s Cafe fan. No surprises at this new RV Park as the sites are pretty much level and the roads easy to navigate. However, this place worked for an overnighter.

  • D
    Mar. 10, 2021

    Fishermans Paradise

    This place has it all!

    Great staff! Biggins in the ponds, and great music events! The rv park at the top of the hill is great and pet friendly!

    Fish on!


Guide to Nixa

Discovering pet-friendly camping options near Nixa, Missouri, allows you to enjoy the great outdoors without leaving your furry friends behind. Here are some excellent campgrounds that welcome pets and offer a variety of amenities and activities.

Pet owners like spacious sites and friendly staff

  • At Springfield - Route 66 KOA, guests appreciate the clean grounds and accommodating staff, making it a great spot for families traveling with pets.
  • America's Best Campground features well-maintained facilities and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing getaway with your dog.
  • Cobb Ridge offers large, spaced-out sites in a beautiful wooded area, ideal for pet owners looking for a quiet retreat.

Dog owners appreciate fun activities and amenities

  • Hootentown Canoe Rental & Campground provides plenty of opportunities for fishing and floating on the river, making it a great choice for active pets and their owners.
  • At Branson Treehouse Cabin & RV Park, families can enjoy unique accommodations like treehouses while having access to playgrounds and hiking trails for outdoor adventures with their pets.
  • Busiek is known for its scenic hiking trails, allowing you and your dog to explore the beautiful landscapes together.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include great facilities

  • Cooks RV Motor Park - Springfield, MO features spacious, shaded sites and friendly staff, ensuring a comfortable stay for you and your pet.
  • Bull Creek RV Park offers a fenced-in dog area, allowing your furry friend to run and play while you relax at your site.
  • James River Outfitters provides a variety of amenities, including picnic tables and fire pits, making it easy to enjoy meals and evenings by the campfire with your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Nixa, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Nixa, MO is Springfield - Route 66 KOA with a 3.9-star rating from 31 reviews.

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