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Best Campgrounds near Pacific, MO

705 Reviews

Campgrounds surrounding Pacific, Missouri provide a range of accommodations within 30 minutes of the city, including state parks and private facilities. Robertsville State Park Campground offers tent and RV sites with electric hookups, running water, and fire rings in a natural riverside setting. St. Louis West Historic Route 66 KOA provides more developed camping with amenities like showers, full hookups, and glamping options. Several campgrounds in the area feature cabin rentals alongside traditional camping spots, appealing to visitors seeking comfort and convenience.

Most campgrounds in the region remain open year-round, though seasonal considerations affect amenities. Facilities like Meramec State Park Campground and Pin Oak RV Park maintain accessibility throughout the seasons with varying levels of service. As one camper noted, "It's about 30 minutes to downtown St. Louis, with spots that are level and decent space between sites." Road access is generally good with paved roads leading to most established campgrounds, though some primitive areas may require higher clearance vehicles during wet conditions. Cell service is reliable near developed areas but can become spotty in more remote sections of state parks. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months and holiday weekends when campgrounds frequently reach capacity.

Campers consistently mention the region's proximity to attractions as a significant advantage. The St. Louis West/Historic Route 66 KOA receives favorable reviews for its location near Six Flags and accessibility to St. Louis attractions. According to reviews, "Close to Six Flags yet far enough away you aren't hearing it. It was clean and easily accessible." Families appreciate campgrounds with amenities like swimming pools, playgrounds, and organized activities. Noise levels vary significantly between locations, with some campers reporting train noise at certain sites while others enjoy more peaceful settings. State parks like Robertsville and Babler Memorial generally offer more natural surroundings with better hiking opportunities and wildlife viewing than private RV parks, which typically prioritize comfort amenities and convenient locations near highways and attractions.

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Best Camping Sites Near Pacific, Missouri (87)

    1. St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA

    30 Reviews
    Eureka, MO
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 257-3018

    "Our site was gravel to park on with grass around it. Close to train tracks and highway, but didn’t notice with AC on in the camper. Close to 6 flags."

    "This campground is fairly close to downtown and very close to lots of shopping. A great place to stay to stock up on supplies before heading west."

    2. Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Wildwood, MO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 458-3813

    "Tucked away, not far from St. Louis, you wouldn't know you were that close to a big city. It is clean and feels extremely safe. There aren't many sites, but the ones they have are quiet and spacious."

    "Great for taking long walks or bike rides, although very steep hills. Close to St Louis, so you can do some urban exploring."

    3. Robertsville State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Robertsville, MO
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 257-3788

    "Hiking trails, a stocked pond, meramec river access, 12 basic and 13 electric shaded campsites available, play ground away from the campground and shelters available to rent for a family gathering. 2 trails"

    "The hook up sites are on the inside of the loop and the tent sites are on the outside of the loop. You need to look carefully for a level tent site as some are fairly slopped."

    4. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Resort At Six Flags

    13 Reviews
    Eureka, MO
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 938-5925

    "pros- activities for kids/fam nice pool tons of trees easy access from highway close amenities (Walmart, six flags, etc) close to StL (tons to do) we did grants farm and city museum one day"

    "We spent a weekend here because we wanted to be close to six flags. I swear this place was more fun!!!"

    5. Klondike Park

    14 Reviews
    Augusta, MO
    9 miles
    Website

    $10 - $65 / night

    "The views are spectacular with some sandy shores of a small pond in the middle of the campground and some great trails. Augusta is a nice place away from St. Louis and a short drive down 94."

    "Amazing park close to the city. Great lake and hiking trails. Access to the Katy and bike trails. Camp site are large, warning that some are hike in and not car camping."

    6. Pin Oak RV Park

    15 Reviews
    Union, MO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 962-1501

    "Nice little lake to fish in and areas to walk around in."

    "We were close to the playground though, which had bright lights at night and loud kids - I would avoid that area next time."

    7. Greensfelder County Park

    8 Reviews
    Eureka, MO
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (314) 615-4386

    "The park is known for its well-groomed trails, which are used by hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians alike."

    "Well taken care of and close to the city. Trails range from a short walk to an endless combination."

    8. Beyond the Trail RV Park

    10 Reviews
    Defiance, MO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 484-0059

    $25 - $58 / night

    "A short 5 minute walk to “downtown” Defiance, the campground is right next to the Katy Trail. Forgot your bike? Walk 3 minutes away and rent one. Want to float the Missouri?"

    "Excellent little RV park behind a brewery. The Katy trail borders the park for easy access to town."

    9. Meramec State Park Campground

    57 Reviews
    Sullivan, MO
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 468-6072

    $12 - $48 / night

    "Miles upon miles of trails. Spacious campground, caves to explore, old time blast furnace to explore, fresh Missouri spring with exceptional fishing. Then theres a general store with a restaurant"

    "Growing up near here, this was the state park that my family always went to. Forty some years later, it is still my favorite park in Missouri. I enjoy camping here with my family and friends."

    10. St. Charles County Klondike Park

    5 Reviews
    Augusta, MO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 949-7535

    "The campground is located in a gym of a park located along the Missouri River. Reservations are required and the sites are in high demand. Tent camping only. There is water available in the park."

    "We had a great time on the trails and near the Mighty Missouri River."

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  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 19, 2025

    Sundermeier RV Park

    This RV park could be great but they have a bad wiring problem with some 30A receptacles and the office staff is extremely rude.

    I've stayed here a couple times and generally like the park. I appreciate owners investing in urban RV parks and I don't expect much for amenities in these kinds of settings. The staff were pleasant on a pre-arrival phone call and at check-in—but once there was an issue, the office staff member became very argumentative and rude, consistent with other online reviews.

    ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNING DO NOT use the 30A receptacles here unless you have a surge protector with an Electrical Management System (EMS) that explicitly confirms correct wiring before connecting your RV. My equipment detected a Line/Neutral Reversal on some 30A receptacles; the 50A receptacles appeared to be wired correctly.

    When I reported this life-safety hazard, the staffer’s response was, “Don’t use your surge protector—they’re not compatible with our system.” As a licensed Electrical Engineer with 30+ years of experience, I can state that this is 100% nonsense. The surge protector was correctly doing its job by flagging a major wiring fault. Do not follow the staff's advice when they tell you not to use your surge protector to "make it work." That is irresponsible advice that is literally endangering your safety.

    The staff also insisted that they don't have a problem because previous 30A users without surge protectors had “no problems.” This is plausible because a Line/Neutral reversal doesn’t usually affect RV operation but the statement shows their complete lack of understanding of the actual problem.

    A Line/Neutral reversal energizes the neutral side of the RV's electrical system. This means the RV chassis, appliance housings, and internal neutrals, which should be near ground potential, all become live, creating a serious shock or electrocution hazard if someone touches those RV components while grounded.

    The sites are basic with level concrete pads in good condition and other utilities (water/sewer) were fine. Excellent location near the historic St. Charles district. WiFi is unusable—bring your own Internet source. Restrooms and showers are dated and not in great condition. There was also no hand soap at the bathroom sinks all weekend.

    This park should be a 7/10 rating, but the electrical hazard drops it to a 5/10. The staff bring the rating down further to a 3/10.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Brazil Creek Camping Area

    Free to stay, no water, no gray dump, no garbage

    It's a free place to park and stand the night. The campground does not have any water, grey dump, or garbage. So it is primitive camping.

    There are lots of insects that will attack you on your walk, too...

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Meramec Caverns Natural Campground

    A Few Key Points Missing

    Stayed here overnight en route to New Mexico. We arrived just after dark in Oct at 7p. The person manning the entrance thought we couldn't be campers because we had just a pickup truck. RTTs must be new here. They didn't offer a map and there is zero signage to help you find your site in the dark. The bathrooms have no mirrors, no hot water and were not the cleanest, we passed on showers.

  • Jeff P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Meramec Valley Campground & RV Park

    Peaceful and quiet

    My cousin invited us to this particular campground and my wife fell in love with it. It truly felt like a campground regardless of the amenities they have to offer.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Meramec Caverns Natural Campground

    Great stay

    Quiet RV park area very quaint very nice along the river, gorgeous by the caverns shower house and bathrooms provided couldn’t be happier

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Sundermeier RV Park

    Resort quality campground

    Very nice park. This is a big busy campground they have plenty of staff to handle the rush. Level concrete sites with FHU will definitely stay here again

  • L
    Sep. 21, 2025

    Hermann City RV Park

    Just Wonderful...No bias

    I live in Hermann... But seriously no bias. I'd Camp here. I have! The Restrooms and Showers are phenomenal...The park is kept clean. Its an easy in and out plus You have Hermann and How amazing is that...

  • Michelle S.
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Meramec Caverns Natural Campground

    Quiet and Friendly

    From the person on the phone, to the one you see at the check-in gate, everyone is incredibly friendly :)

    We were amongst the only campers during our stay, so it was pretty quiet. This campground has a great set-up for family reunions, celebrations, group camping, etc.

Guide to Pacific

Camping near Pacific, Missouri, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds nearby, you can find the perfect spot for your next adventure.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the beautiful trails at Hawn State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "Hiking is some of the best in Missouri," making it a must-try for nature lovers.
  • Fishing: The rivers around Meramec State Park Campground provide excellent fishing spots. A visitor shared, "The park did have nice trails, fishing areas, breathtaking riverside views."
  • Caving: Check out the caves at Onondaga Cave State Park Campground. One reviewer said, "Onondaga Cave is amazing with the new lighting," highlighting the unique experience.

What campers like

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the parks. A visitor at Cuivre River State Park Campground noted, "Very clean and the site had some covered bench/tables."
  • Friendly staff: Many campers mention the helpfulness of the staff. At Lazy Day Campground, one guest said, "The friendly and helpful staff had already texted us all the info we needed for arrival."
  • Scenic views: Campers love the picturesque surroundings. A review for St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park stated, "The lake was pretty and the playground was good for the kiddos."

What you should know

  • Site proximity: Many campgrounds have sites that are close together. A camper at Hawn State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites are in close proximity to one another so it gets crowded during holiday weekends."
  • Limited cell service: Be prepared for spotty cell reception. A visitor at Onondaga Cave State Park Campground noted, "No cell service from Verizon or T-Mobile."
  • Water access: Some campgrounds may not have water hookups at each site. A camper at Graham Cave State Park Campground said, "I only give it three stars because there's no water hookups."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose spacious sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites for more room. A family at Cuivre River State Park Campground appreciated the "level lots" and "plenty of room between sites."
  • Plan for activities: Make sure to have activities for kids. A parent at Lazy Day Campground mentioned, "The little details make it very homey," which can help keep kids entertained.
  • Check restroom availability: Some facilities may have limited access to restrooms. A visitor at Hawn State Park Campground noted, "The restrooms and showers are still closed for the season."

Tips from RVers

  • Level your site: Make sure to choose a level site for your RV. A camper at St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA mentioned, "The site was not level front to back and we had to build a sizable pyramid with our blocks to get the rig leveled out."
  • Full hookups: Look for campgrounds that offer full hookups. A visitor at Onondaga Cave State Park Campground appreciated the "50 amp service" available at their site.
  • Plan for quiet hours: Respect quiet hours to ensure a peaceful stay. A camper at St. Francois State Park Campground noted, "Quiet time is at 10pm and fellow campers are certain to enforce that rule."

Camping near Pacific, Missouri, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for adventure or a peaceful getaway.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find campsites near Pacific?

Several excellent camping options are available near Pacific, Missouri. Onondaga Cave State Park Campground is just a short drive from Pacific, offering beautiful campsites with concrete pads and the bonus of an amazing cave attraction that recently reopened with new lighting. For those seeking proximity to St. Louis while staying near Pacific, St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA provides convenient access to I-44 and is located right next to Six Flags St. Louis, about 30 minutes from downtown St. Louis.

When is the best time of year to camp in Pacific?

Spring through fall offers the best camping weather near Pacific, with late spring (May-June) and early fall (September-October) providing the most comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds. St. Charles County Klondike Park, a tent-only campground along the Missouri River, is in high demand during these peak seasons and requires advance reservations. Similarly, St. Francois State Park Campground, located in Missouri's beautiful rolling hills about an hour from St. Louis, is particularly appealing in fall when the foliage changes color. Summer camping is popular but can be hot and humid with occasional thunderstorms.

What amenities are available at Pacific campsites?

Campgrounds near Pacific offer a variety of amenities to enhance your camping experience. Cahokia RV Parque features full hookups, gravel sites with concrete pads, fire pits, picnic tables, a playground, pool and a pond area to explore. Many guests appreciate the on-site BBQ restaurant after a long day of travel. For a different experience, St. Joe State Park Campground provides spacious sites with gravel tent pads, picnic tables, fire pits, and concrete sections for campers and vehicles. Most area campgrounds offer water access, electrical hookups, and clean bathroom facilities.

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