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Best Dispersed Camping near Portage Des Sioux, MO

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Primitive camping near Portage Des Sioux, Missouri is primarily available at two locations. Lone Spring Trail Backpacking Campsite features several tent sites and a metal fire pit. The area allows alcohol, campfires, and pets, but lacks facilities such as drinking water, toilets, or trash service. Free camping is available without a permit, and sites can be reserved.

Silo Access Area on O'Neil Creek offers free dispersed camping directly on the Mississippi River with exceptional views. The site accommodates both tents and RVs across 13 sites, though reviews suggest it's better suited for self-contained vehicles. "You sit and watch the barges and various things float by," notes one visitor. Trains pass 3-4 times daily on nearby tracks. Basic amenities include toilets and trash collection, but no hookups, drinking water, or showers are available. The area features a boat ramp and has recently undergone improvements with fresh paving and reforestation efforts. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, campers should "bring your RV, water and a generator" as the location is primitive but offers "great views" of river traffic.

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  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 1, 2021

    Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek

    Free river side camping.

    Primitive camping on the Mississippi River. This is mostly a wide gravel bar that you can set up camp on with great views of the big river. But there are no amenities, and few sites. The road through the campground is nicely graded and there is obviously some work being done to restore the flora- trees being planted, areas marked off for restoration. You will be very close to active train tracks, so bring your earplugs. Be sure to be self contained as there is no vault toilet or porta potty currently. The best sites are at the opposite ends of the flat circle where there are large gravel areas ideal for parking RV’s. The boat ramp was a bit of a mess with logs and sandbars, but I suspect the US Army Corps of Engineers are still in the process of cleaning this access area up from flooding from previous years.

  • Cyndy & Selena R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 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.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 28, 2022

    Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek

    great spot to watch the river

    This site is a great place to watch that amazing river pass by.  you sit and watch the barges and various things float by.  really great.  you are close to the RR tracks but there aren't that many trains.  It is not exactly where The dyrt sends you.  on Google maps it's listed as Oneil  Creek, though the entrance is marked as Silo Access.  It's about 1 mile north off RT 79 from Calumet Creek access.  It's a great place.

  • Matthew H.
    Oct. 19, 2021

    Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek

    Not for tents

    Nice campground with a great view of the Mississippi. You won’t miss the train as it comes by 3-4 times a day. And lots of barges and river boats that are fun to watch not restrooms or hook ups of any kind. So bring your rv, water and a generator. But we will going back again for sure. Can beat free and great views

Guide to Portage Des Sioux

Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Portage Des Sioux, Missouri, where nature enthusiasts can enjoy serene landscapes and the freedom of camping without the constraints of traditional campgrounds.

Scenic Views of the Mississippi River while free camping near Portage Des Sioux

  • The Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek offers stunning views right on the banks of the Mississippi River, making it a perfect spot for those who love watching river traffic and enjoying the natural beauty of the area.

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Wildlife Watching Opportunities for Dispersed Campers

  • The Silo Access Area is not just about the river; it also provides a great opportunity for wildlife watching, where you can spot various birds and other wildlife while enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

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Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Portage Des Sioux, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Portage Des Sioux, MO is Lone Spring Trail Backpacking Campsite(s) with a 4-star rating from 1 review.

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