Top Dog Friendly Camping near Perry, MO

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Perry, MO (62)

    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Creek Campground

    1.

    Indian Creek Campground

    17 Reviews
    54 Photos
    71 Saves
    Stoutsville, Missouri

    Overview

    Indian Creek lies on the northern banks of Mark Twain Lake. It is the largest campground on the lake with 215 standard campsites, plus additional non-electric and tent-only sites. The lake is named for the beloved writer and humorist, Mark Twain, who was born just south of the lake in Florida, Missouri.

    Recreation

    Boating is convenient with Indian Creek's public boat ramp. Bass fishing and hunting are also popular.

    Facilities

    Boating is convenient with Indian Creek's public boat ramp. Bass fishing and hunting are also popular.

    Natural Features

    Mark Twain Lake is sourced by the Salt River in northeast Missouri. The Clarence Cannon Dam sits on the eastern edge of the lake, providing flood control and hydroelectricity to the region, in addition to an extensive habitat for wildlife.

    Nearby Attractions

    While visiting the area, tour the birthplace of the world-famous humorist and writer Mark Twain in the nearby Mark Twain State Park. The David C. Berti Shooting Range is located below the dam.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $30 - $125 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Ray Behrens
    Camper-submitted photo from Ray Behrens
    Camper-submitted photo from Ray Behrens
    Camper-submitted photo from Ray Behrens
    Camper-submitted photo from Ray Behrens
    Camper-submitted photo from Ray Behrens

    2.

    Ray Behrens

    15 Reviews
    39 Photos
    45 Saves
    Perry, Missouri

    Overview

    Ray Behrens is a scenic campground and recreation area, conveniently located on the southeastern shores of Mark Twain Lake. Here, visitors can enjoy the perks of the campground, go boating on the lake or explore the area's historic attractions. Twain, the legendary author, was born in a village beside the lake and grew up in a town about 20 miles down the road.

    Recreation

    Mark Twain Lake provides countless opportunities for outdoor recreation ___ boating, swimming, fishing, picnicking, camping, hiking and hunting to name a few.

    Facilities

    Mark Twain Lake provides countless opportunities for outdoor recreation ___ boating, swimming, fishing, picnicking, camping, hiking and hunting to name a few.

    Natural Features

    The Salt River flows through rolling hills of north-central Missouri, where it is dammed to form the 18,000-acre Mark Twain Lake. A variety of recreation areas surround the lake, including the Mark Twain State Park.

    Nearby Attractions

    Beside the lake is the village of Florida, where Mark Twain was born. Twenty-five miles east is the town of Hannibal, where visitors can tour the author's boyhood home.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Puma — Mark Twain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Puma — Mark Twain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Puma — Mark Twain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Puma — Mark Twain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Puma — Mark Twain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Puma — Mark Twain State Park

    3.

    Puma — Mark Twain State Park

    12 Reviews
    55 Photos
    4 Saves
    Stoutsville, Missouri

    Puma Campground has 37 campsites, two that are ADA-accessible and four that are family sites. The pad lengths range from 45 to 61 feet long, but the family sites have an extra pad and electric hookup. The shower house and restrooms with flush toilets are centrally located in the middle of the campground by the host campsite, number 93. There is a playground for the kids in the middle of the southern end of the campground and sites 71 through 78 are all located right next to the lake. The boat ramp is by site 58 at the northern end of the campground and there is a large parking lot and a fish cleaning station there as well. Potable water spigots are found at the host site as well as sites 64, 73, 83, 90, and 103. From November until March, you will need to go to the frost-free water access by campsite one in Badger Campground. Pets are welcome as long as they are restrained or on a leash at all times.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $24 - $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Mark Twain Cave & Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mark Twain Cave & Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mark Twain Cave & Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mark Twain Cave & Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mark Twain Cave & Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mark Twain Cave & Campground

    4.

    Mark Twain Cave & Campground

    15 Reviews
    59 Photos
    50 Saves
    Hannibal, Missouri
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $28 - $34 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Ray Behrens Recreational
    Camper-submitted photo from Ray Behrens Recreational
    Camper-submitted photo from Ray Behrens Recreational
    Camper-submitted photo from Ray Behrens Recreational
    Camper-submitted photo from Ray Behrens Recreational
    Camper-submitted photo from Ray Behrens Recreational

    5.

    Ray Behrens Recreational

    8 Reviews
    7 Photos
    24 Saves
    Mark Twain Lake, Missouri
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $18 - $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Lazy Day Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lazy Day Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lazy Day Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lazy Day Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lazy Day Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lazy Day Campground

    6.

    Lazy Day Campground

    33 Reviews
    68 Photos
    86 Saves
    New Florence, Missouri

    Lazy Day has full hook up RV sites, pull through sites and tent sites.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $40 - $55 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Frank Russell
    Camper-submitted photo from Frank Russell
    Camper-submitted photo from Frank Russell
    Camper-submitted photo from Frank Russell
    Camper-submitted photo from Frank Russell
    Camper-submitted photo from Frank Russell

    7.

    Frank Russell

    6 Reviews
    12 Photos
    22 Saves
    Perry, Missouri

    Overview

    Frank Russell Campground, set near the picturesque Mark Twain Lake, has a location near the dam, providing campers with easy access to the lake, river and surrounding attractions. The campground also features an amphitheater with weekly events in the summer. The lake's namesake and legendary author and humorist, Mark Twain, was born in a town beside the lake.

    Recreation

    The 32-mile long Joanna Trail is accessible from the campground. Here, horseback riders, mountain bikers and hikers can enjoy the rough and varied terrain that meanders along the northern banks of the lake, across bluffs and over hills. Campfire programs are provided every Saturday from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

    Facilities

    The 32-mile long Joanna Trail is accessible from the campground. Here, horseback riders, mountain bikers and hikers can enjoy the rough and varied terrain that meanders along the northern banks of the lake, across bluffs and over hills. Campfire programs are provided every Saturday from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

    Natural Features

    Mark Twain Lake is sourced by the Salt River in northeast Missouri. The Clarence Cannon Dam sits on the eastern edge of the lake, providing flood control and hydroelectricity to the region.

    Nearby Attractions

    While here, many visitors tour the birthplace of world-famous humorist and author, Mark Twain, in Florida, Missouri. The David C. Berti Shooting Range is below the dam and the M.W. Boudreaux Visitor Center is located on the south end of the Dam.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Coyote — Mark Twain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Coyote — Mark Twain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Coyote — Mark Twain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Coyote — Mark Twain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Coyote — Mark Twain State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Coyote — Mark Twain State Park

    9.

    Coyote — Mark Twain State Park

    4 Reviews
    19 Photos
    8 Saves
    Stoutsville, Missouri

    Coyote Campground has 31 campsites with pads from 47 to 66 feet in length. All the sites have a fire ring, lantern hook, and picnic table and are in a wooded area not far from the lake. Nine of the campsites have electric and the rest are basic with water access at sites 33, 37, 46, and 53. Three of the sites are ADA-accessible and there is a vault toilet and extra parking at the north end of the campground by the amphitheater. From November until March, you will need to go to the frost-free water access by campsite one in Badger Campground. Pets are welcome as long as they are restrained or on a leash at all times.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $14 - $27 / night

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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews In Perry

303 Reviews of 62 Perry Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Daniel Boone Conservation Area
    August 24, 2024

    Daniel Boone Conservation Area

    Peaceful dark skies

    I stayed one night in the RV campsite. There was only one other camper. The grass had been mowed recently so the path around the pond was easily walkable.

    Not many of the RV sites had fire rings and, with all of the fresh cut grass, it would have taken a lot of raking to make a spot safe for a fire anyway.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground
    August 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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lazy Day Campground
    July 27, 2024

    Lazy Day Campground

    Great experience

    Stayed one night in a campervan. Would definitely recommend! We arrived a little late - right at sunset - but the friendly and helpful staff had already texted us all the info we needed for arrival. It was very quiet. Level spaces. Very dark, unlit walk to the bath house, so bring a light! Bathhouse was clean and well kept. Would recommend!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Danville Conservation Area
    July 13, 2024

    Danville Conservation Area

    Watch out for ticks

    Lovely wooded spot. There are about 6-8 sites. Can back in a camper. Outhouse building. Only had one other camper. Shaded, wooded. We had a lovely night but woke up covered in ticks! Lots of ticks here. We ride our motorcycles here to tent camp. Sites are close. Fire rings , no picnic tables.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Driftwood Campground & RV Park
    June 18, 2024

    Driftwood Campground & RV Park

    Nice family owned csmpground

    At one time this campground was a KOA campground so if you are familiar with KOA, you know the basic layout. We stayed here in our tent and while the tent area was closed for receding new grass the owner let us stay in a grassy area under the trees near the office. It was a great stsy and the restrooms and pool were nice and clean. We enjoyed ourselves and cooled off in the hot weather.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Frank Russell
    June 18, 2024

    Frank Russell

    Great refurbished campground with large concrete full hookup sites.

    Nice new concrete sites with fire pit, full hookup. Great trails and fishing lake, with concrete sidewalk and benches around it to make fishing easily accessible.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Vandalia Community Lake
    April 15, 2024

    Vandalia Community Lake

    Peaceful!

    Gorgeous 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!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ray Behrens
    December 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

  • Camper-submitted photo from Siloam Springs State Park Campground
    October 30, 2023

    Siloam Springs State Park Campground

    Hidden Gem of Illinois...

    This site was so much better than what I was expecting! My friend, Kari, her 3 Doodles, my Beagle, and I camped out the first night in the group section, because there's hardly anyone there and we got there too late in the day to actually start hiking. In the morning, we loaded up our packs, put the little packs on the dogs (they have to carry their own food and water), and headed up the Red Oak Backpacking Trail. I don't know if we started at the beginning or not, but we parked by a little wooden bridge and the hill to start off our adventure kinda kicked my ass a little bit. After we made it up the initial incline, the landscape was beautiful and varied from flat areas to valleys and some creeks (which I was very thankful for after a few hours in 90° and 25 lbs on my back). We ended up setting up camp at a spot we thought was nice just before it got dark, because we didn't know where or how much further the primitive hike-in campsites were. The next day, we figured it out, but we wouldn't have made it there before dark. Towards the end, there were stairs built into the earth that were way too difficult to manage when your legs are jelly and your pack is heavy, so it was almost easier trying to take the side of the stairs and make your own little path, so just a heads up there. We had so much fun the whole time and I can't wait to go back for some snow camping later this year (they are open year round)!!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Dupont Reservation Conservation Area
    October 21, 2023

    Dupont Reservation Conservation Area

    Lovely camground along the banks of the Mighty Miss

    It’s actually the Ted Shanks Conservation Area. Dupont is a bit further north, no camping there that we saw.

    . All sites fronting the river, shaded by trees. Mix of campers, fishermen and hunters. A few trains at night but not many. Vault toilets. No tables, no fire rings.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lazy Day Campground
    October 20, 2023

    Lazy Day Campground

    Wonderful level sites

    Great staff, wonderful level sites. Bathroom on site. Pool during season. Partially shaded. Dog walk area. Pet friendly.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Indian Creek Campground
    October 7, 2023

    Indian Creek Campground

    Very nice sites and good bathrooms

    Beautiful wooded sites, a bit close together and not a ton of privacy but we weren’t bothered by our neighbors at all. The bathrooms are very clean and nice, they have a dish washing sink and good showers. Our site had an electric hook up.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lazy Day Campground
    September 27, 2023

    Lazy Day Campground

    Simply Fabulous

    We discovered this gym. On our way home. Just needed to stay overnight, but will definitely be back. The little details make it very homey. Sites are well laid out and easy to maneuver. Full hook ups or tent sites are available to meet the needs of the camper. Clean facility and family friendly.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Graham Cave State Park Campground
    September 1, 2023

    Graham Cave State Park Campground

    Great place quiet clean

    I was on my way to St. Louis MO. And need a place for the night. This is just few miles from hwy 70 east to reserve and pay on the phone. I t was nice they I put my tent instead of sleeping on the car. Recommended

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lazy Day Campground
    August 28, 2023

    Lazy Day Campground

    Super clean and convenient

    Excellent grounds. Very very clean and well kept. Hosts/owners are extremely responsive and helpful. Sights have some trees. Walking paths, dog walk area, fire pits, bathhouse. I would visit again.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Mark Twain Cave & Campground
    August 26, 2023

    Mark Twain Cave & Campground

    Accommodating Staff

    Coming into Hannibal, the RV GPS wanted to take us around town up to I-72. Had we been on our toes, we could have turned right at the“campground sign,” making our trip a bit easier and shorter. We came into the campground(CG) and resort area with some other campers. There was plenty of parking, and we checked in at the gift shop where you can purchase cave entry tickets. Our friends had come in the day before and told us that our reserved site E-05 was long enough for our new 40’ 2” Brinkley Model G, but we would need to park our F-450 elsewhere. Our friend suggested F-17, which was an easy back-in. F-17 was available, and was actually cheaper, so we saved$6 on the back-in site. The office folks here were very nice and accommodating, as we had expected to arrive the day prior with our friends, but due to loading up our new rig, we arrived a day late. The nice people at the office helped us work out this situation plus changed our campsite when we arrived. We proceeded to F-17 and settled down for our first camping night in our Brinkley. The F area back-ins are fairly new, with few trees to block the satellite. The older pull-throughs have mature trees and a lot of shade, so satellite would be spotty depending on the site. The water and electric are towards the back of the site, with the sewer in the middle. The water pressure was good. We got one bar on Verizon, and the CG WiFi worked better than average for a CG this size, but we were here for just an overnight from Monday to Tuesday. We were told that this private CG fills up on the weekends.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lazy Day Campground
    August 25, 2023

    Lazy Day Campground

    Nice campground

    Stayed there for a week. The owners are very friendly. Very well kept campground. Enjoyed the pool.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek
    July 31, 2023

    Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek

    Great quiet location ON the Mississippi River

    Very impressed with this beautiful location. The site is right on the Mississippi River!

    There are 13 sites for RVs and Travel Trailers. Three sites are curved to pull in and out easily. Site 13 is large enough for 2 RVs. There is a large boat ramp. The area is freshly paved and undergoing reforestation. However, there are a lot of trees. No water, no electrical hookups, and no bathrooms. There is 1 small trash bin. Mosquitoes are prevalent.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Danville Conservation Area
    July 31, 2023

    Danville Conservation Area

    Post Oak Camping area

    Nice spot. About 7 spots. Sites are close together, but level with good drainage. Only one spot long enough for a trailer/RV. Pit tiolet and no water. Had Verizon service 12.4Mbps download and .1 upload latency 86ms. Not the fastest speeds, but able to do work over internet. Might not be the best for video meetings.



Guide to Perry

Camping near Perry, Missouri, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Trails: Explore the scenic trails at Cuivre River State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "Beautiful prairie view and lots of great trails," making it a perfect spot for nature lovers.
  • Fishing and Boating: At Long Branch State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and boating. A camper noted, "Great shade, almost no slope to pads, all power options, great water pressure," which makes it ideal for a day on the water.
  • Cave Tours: Visit the Mark Twain Cave & Campground for a unique experience. One reviewer said, "The cave tour is interesting," adding a fun twist to your camping trip.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Lazy Day Campground. A happy visitor shared, "The bathhouse was clean and well kept."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campers rave about the helpful staff at Graham Cave State Park Campground. One review stated, "The hosts/owners are extremely responsive and helpful."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy the roomy sites at Ray Behrens. A satisfied camper mentioned, "Huge spots, full hookups, lake access and a marina."

What you should know:

  • Reservations Recommended: Popular spots like Indian Creek Campground can fill up quickly. One camper noted, "I am bad at making reservations, but we got lucky with the last spot in the RV section."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Missouri Finger Lakes State Park, may have older facilities. A visitor mentioned, "Bathrooms and showers were old but usable."
  • Wildlife Encounters: Be prepared for wildlife at places like Indian Creek Campground. One camper warned, "Raccoons visited nightly, so secure your food supply and trash."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground, which has a pool and clean bathrooms. A family shared, "Great place to stay. Nice pool clean bathrooms."
  • Plan Activities: Make sure to plan fun activities like hiking or fishing. One camper at Long Branch State Park Campground said, "Plenty of trails to explore and roads to ride my bicycle on."
  • Pack Essentials: Bring along items like flashlights for nighttime walks. A visitor at Lazy Day Campground reminded, "Very dark, unlit walk to the bathhouse, so bring a light!"

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Mark Twain Cave & Campground mentioned, "Our reserved site was long enough for our new 40’ rig."
  • Look for Full Hookups: Campgrounds like Ray Behrens offer full hookups, which RVers appreciate. One reviewer said, "Full hook ups, lake access and a marina."
  • Be Mindful of Road Noise: Some campgrounds may have road noise. A visitor at Missouri Graham Cave State Park noted, "Some road noise in the distance."

Camping near Perry, Missouri, has something for everyone. With a little planning and the right campground, you're sure to have a great time!

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