Top Tent Camping near Puxico, MO

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Best Tent Sites Near Puxico, MO (13)

    Camper-submitted photo from Wanderers End Sanctuary Forest Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Wanderers End Sanctuary Forest Farm
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    1. Wanderers End Sanctuary Forest Farm

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    This is also a Silvopasture Forest Farm so expect rewilded critters scampering around. All pets must be leashed at all times. All children are to be instructed to never chase a critter. We'd love to invite them to our daily feeding time to offer them a chance to get closer. They may even see Stormy, our rewilded bunny.

    We only have one outhouse in the woods next to tent campgrounds about 100 meters away so if you can, bring your own buckets with toilet seat lids theyre cheap and we have a hungry methane digester you can dump it in. We need volunteers to help us build a bigger bathroom and bathhouse. Let us know if you wanna help. We are just starting out so there are a few construction sites with materials we are using to build with to recycle into other needed raw materials. So our apologies for the mess, but it really is us having an abundance of building materials and not enough people to help us build. If you wanna help Check out our EcoJunk Division :)

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    $35 - $50 / night

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      2. Whippoorwill Lake Campground Resort

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        3. Lake Girardeau Conservation Area

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              7. Four Creeks Ranch Campground

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              Three miles from Ellington MO. Trails for miles for ATVs, OHVs, and Horses. Ride to Clearwater Lake Conservation Area for thousands of acres to ride or hike. Also 5 miles from Current River Conservation. area and 12 miles from the Black River for kayaking, canoeing, floating and fishing. Stalls available for your horses or you can tie out. Bring your boat or rent one at Clearwater Lake. They also offer pontoons and jet skies. Blue Springs, Johnson Shut Inns, and Elephant Rock State Park are just a few of the places to go in the area.

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              $15 - $30 / night

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              8. Mark Twain National Forest Float Camp Recreation Area

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              Float Camp Picnic Area is located only 150 feet from the cool waters of the crystal clear Current River. Visitors enjoy floating the river, fishing and hiking. A campground is only a half-mile away for those who want to stay longer than a day. Natural Features: The picnic area is nestled under a mature forest of hardwoods, which offers plentiful shade. It is adjacent to the Current River. Recreation: The swift-moving river allows for enjoyable float trips, as well as canoeing and great fishing. Swimming is also a popular pastime. Visitors enjoy horseshoe pits and volleyball courts, as well as hiking and other recreational opportunities nearby. Facilities: The day-use picnic area offers an accessible group shelter that can accommodate up to 75 people. The site is equipped with electricity, tables and grills. Individual sites are available on a first come, first served basis. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Nearby Attractions: Doniphan is four miles away and offers float trip outfitters, restaurants and lodging.

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                Recent Tent Reviews In Puxico

                265 Reviews of 13 Puxico Campgrounds


                • GB N.The Dyrt PRO User
                  Camper-submitted photo from DD Hwy Campground
                  Oct. 22, 2024

                  DD Hwy Campground

                  October tent camping

                  Tent camping back away from the RVs & we were the only people. Gorgeous river to view just a few steps away & the night sky view was fantastic. LOVED the bathroom & shower facilities!

                • PThe Dyrt PRO User
                  Camper-submitted photo from General Watkins Conservation Area
                  Sep. 11, 2024

                  General Watkins Conservation Area

                  Maybe not a travel destination, but certainly a good waypoint.

                  We opted for this site on our way west as a stopover because it was free and not a parking lot. There are a couple of loop trails and we walked one of them. We arrived on a Sunday afternoon. The locals use the area for fishing and walking and it was somewhat busy in the afternoon. A couple of guys fished at night until about nine. There was only one other couple camping. Very quiet and peaceful. There was a portable toilet but we didn't investigate.

                  The cool thing was that the loop trail was forested by hundreds of paw paw trees. It must have been just past the season and we saw only a couple of decaying ones, but the entire trail smelled of apple cider vinegar and was quite pleasant.

                  If you consider this waypoint, two things:

                  1. The last mile is good, but very dusty, gravel road.

                  2. No cell coverage in the parking lot for T-Mobile, some coverage on loop trail.

                • Joseph A.The Dyrt PRO User
                  Camper-submitted photo from Sam A Baker State Park
                  Aug. 7, 2024

                  Sam A Baker State Park

                  Where the rivers meet

                  Sam a Baker is a beautiful destination for any family. There is plenty to do from hiking to horseback riding. There are multi camp sites that can be easily reserved online. The Saint Francis River and the Big Creek meet in the park. The big creek is spring feed and ice cold. The Saint Francis is wild and is considered white water during the rainy season. There are plenty of amenities in the park for the novice camper. From the camp store to the shower house. SAM A BAKER has you covered

                • Sarah M.
                  Camper-submitted photo from Riversedge Campground
                  Jul. 17, 2024

                  Riversedge Campground

                  HORRIBLE Customer Service

                  Last year my family and I stayed at the Wilderness Lodge as I have done for over 30 years. We decided to go on a float trip at the Rivers Edge Campground which is affiliated with the Wilderness Lodge. When we made the reservation we had to pay for 2/4 people that were going when I made the reservation over the phone. On Sunday when we arrived to the Rivers Edge to go on our float, we were informed that there were severe storms headed in and we could not go on the float. We totally understood and asked if we could just get a rain check. We were able to get a rain check but they said that I would need to pay for the additional two people to get a rain check since there were 4 in our party total. I was told to hold onto my receipt and rain check because without those two items the rain check would not be honored. Fast forward to this week and we decided we would like to go back and use the rain check they had issued to us. When I called I was informed that they would not be honoring ANY rain checks because the property had been sold and the new owners will not honor ANY previously issued rain checks because the new owners were not paid the money for any outstanding rain checks..?? I was told by the lady on the phone that she would try to reach out to the new owner Mike and see what could be done and she would call me back. She did indeed call me back the same night and said she could not get a hold of the owner and then she was silent not offering ANY sort of solutions. I asked her if she could call me the next day and let me know what he said or if I could even speak with him. She never called back… so now I sit with a“RAIN CHECK” that I spent$170 for 4 floaters that clearly has an issue date, an expiration date, my name and address, what it is for, and why it was issued. It is stapled to my original receipt as well but I guess they will not be honoring it. This has to be one of the worst customer service experiences and poor business practices I have encountered in my life. It is apparently OK that I am out$170 for a float that I was told we could not go on that day and that seems to be perfectly OK with these new owners. I am completely disappointed in the lack of follow up and poor customer service. This is definitely not a best practice for a business and I will be letting everyone I know and on every forum I can that you basically stole$170 from my family and while it may seem like not a big deal to you it certainly is to me and my family.

                • Bonnie M.
                  Camper-submitted photo from Wanderers End Sanctuary Forest Farm
                  Apr. 15, 2024

                  Wanderers End Sanctuary Forest Farm

                  So happy we found them such a fun place

                  We had so much fun playing in the creek learning about as Aztec and their gardening methods. Very adorable , baby goats and baby chicks that were just all over and loving living. ❤️ My family and friends found out that I was going there and she was more than happy to help us be accommodated for so many people. I kept adding and she was like no problem. Thank you so much for making it easy and affordable. We will definitely be back to visit. I feel that we have actually found some true lifelong friends. Thank you Ivy

                • FThe Dyrt PRO User
                  Camper-submitted photo from Sulphur Springs Dispersed
                  Apr. 8, 2024

                  Sulphur Springs Dispersed

                  Beautiful River site for parking or dispersed

                  We stopped here chasing the 2024 eclipse. Easy to find. No cost. About 20 parking spaces, a vault toilet, and a boat launch. Open for solar panels, but tree cover around the lot. Only about 5 parking spaces are not on a slant. Places in the trees for tents. Absolutely beautiful views up and down the river. A single fire pit on the river’s edge. No road noise to speak of because it is way in the distance and rare at night. Fireflies and owls into the night. Mist on the water in the morning: just beautiful. T mobile service has 3 of 4 bars. There is no apparent Verizon service.

                • Mike L.
                  Camper-submitted photo from Julian Tower Lookout
                  Jan. 3, 2024

                  Julian Tower Lookout

                  National Forest - Old Julian Lookout Tower site - Tower Removed

                  There is not much here other than a place to camp for free. There is one two-path logging road suitable for hiking and mountain biking back into the woods. It leads to a T where additional two-path logging road.

                • Chelsea G.
                  Camper-submitted photo from Current River Recreation Area
                  Oct. 6, 2023

                  Current River Recreation Area

                  Loved it

                  Wow, what an incredible weekend we had at the CurrantRiver Campground From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a sense of adventure. The campground itself was well-maintained, with clean facilities and spacious campsites that offered just the right amount of privacy.

                  The highlight of our trip was, of course, the canoeing experience. The staff provided top-notch equipment and safety instructions, making us feel confident even though we were beginners. Paddling down the scenic Currant River was an absolute joy. The water was crystal clear, and the surrounding nature was breathtaking. We encountered some gentle rapids, which added a thrill to the journey without being too challenging for novices like us.

                  One thing that stood out was the wildlife we spotted along the way – eagles, deer,It felt like a true escape into nature.

                  The team made our trip unforgettable. They were knowledgeable about the area, provided great tips for navigating the river, and ensured our safety at all times. We also appreciated the convenience of shuttle service back to the campground after our float trip.

                  Overall, this place exceeded our expectations, and we can't wait to return. If you're looking for a relaxing yet adventurous getaway in the heart of Missouri this is it

                • Chelsea G.
                  Camper-submitted photo from Big Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
                  Sep. 23, 2023

                  Big Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

                  one of my favorite places

                  This campground is a must visit. Obviously the main attraction is the amazing and magical spring. Flowing 226 million gallons a day! Campground is beautifully manicured and has spacious sites and many options. It's a self serve campground so pay at the front. The hot water in the showers was out but still giving it 5 stars because this place is just great. The cabins are super cute cottages that are being remodeled right now, and I can't wait! The trails are well kept and moderately challenging. I highly recommend camping here dont forget to bring in your own firewood.

                • Megan S.
                  Camper-submitted photo from Sam A Baker State Park
                  Aug. 6, 2023

                  Sam A Baker State Park

                  Family Camping Perfection ✨

                  We have been coming here for years, there is something for everyone here! The water is slow and shallow enough in tons of places for littles and deep and cold enough for the older kids and adults to cool off too. The store is adorable, the food is surprisingly really good (I’m craving those loaded nachos!), and when you’re absent-minded like me and forget the bikes you can rent them there 😁 We like Campground 2 on the gravel side (to the left when you pull in) because it’s nice and quiet and close to the nature center. You really can’t go wrong with any of the sites!

                • C
                  Camper-submitted photo from Hinton RV Park
                  Aug. 4, 2023

                  Hinton RV Park

                  Nice RV Park

                  We’ve stayed here a couple times when passing through. Nice level gravel sites. Owner is very friendly and helpful. Bathrooms only have one shower and toilet. Small laundry.

                • BThe Dyrt PRO User
                  Camper-submitted photo from Riverview MDC Donaldson Point
                  Jul. 29, 2023

                  Riverview MDC Donaldson Point

                  Gorgeous views

                  Gorgeous views of the Mississippi River. It was a little sketch getting here but super easy. One lane dirt road but room to move over if need be. I just got here, so we'll see how the night fares 😆 might review more later.

                • Kurt O.
                  Camper-submitted photo from Pinewoods Lake Rec Area — Mark Twain National Forest
                  Jul. 26, 2023

                  Pinewoods Lake Rec Area — Mark Twain National Forest

                  Quiet and nice

                  This was a great stay! Nice and peaceful, great company with total strangers on the next site over. Campsites are spaced out nicely. There are only a handful of sites that are suitable for tents as each site varies on cleared area. No water or electricity that we seen. Boat launch and floating dock are just a short walk from any camp site. We stayed at campsite #5 and it was spacious for our tent. Dumpster for trash is next to the bathrooms across from site #3 & 4. Asphalt road through the camping area and Asphalt pulloffs at each site. Chiggers and bugs are an issue here so bring plenty of Off. We stayed 10 nights and we will definitely mark this one down on our list. Truck Stop 1 mile east for ice, food and drinks. There is a small grocery store about 18 miles west with a great selection. Picnic table and fire pit at each site. Free wood laying all over the place, when the management team cut trees down they leave them there for campers to use.

                • Robin
                  Camper-submitted photo from River Road Park
                  Jul. 5, 2023

                  River Road Park

                  Pretty but noisy

                  The campsite has a lot of great spots. It's really close to the water and a beautiful area. There is a lot of traffic that comes through from people going to the lake. It was very noisy from loud vehicles and not very relaxing. We packed up and left after one night.

                • mThe Dyrt PRO User
                  Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Lake State Fish and Wildlife
                  Jul. 4, 2023

                  Horseshoe Lake State Fish and Wildlife

                  small campground with water and some sites with working electric near lake and farm land

                  electric was not working at some sites and one post had hookups for two sites. No sewer, there is a dump station down the road. east side campground was busier and had more people than the smaller west campground where we stayed. sites are not well demarcated and grass lots. campground near boat launch and a decent restroom with showers that mostly worked. gray lake for kayaking. about 30 minutes from Cape Girardeau no which is a decent sized town or similar to Sikeston, MO. There is gas, liquor store and dollar general within 10miles. west side was very peaceful for most part. first come first serve, no reservations but fairly cheap. electric not working at first 3 or 4 sites so check before you set up your camper.

                • a
                  Camper-submitted photo from Greenville - Lake Wappapello
                  Jun. 8, 2023

                  Greenville - Lake Wappapello

                  It’s more for locals

                  I would have given a 5 star rating other than the showers are summer camp style meaning you share with everyone but there are curtains but no privacy now for the sites you have 50 amp water and sewer and no one bothers you compared to my horrible experience at wappapello lake at peoples creek and Redman I am appalled at the way I was treated by the volunteers at both lakes they are racist and will never go back!!! one other thing is here you also share with a cemetery there is one right next to my camp with in walking distance my kids did not like that but not a bother to me and I was treated so much better here they let u camp and don’t care the color of your skin or your age what’s funny though is the gentleman wasn’t even part of our group but she thought he was at Redman lake I never told her differently cause it shouldn’t have mattered oh but it did so to have the volunteers like that the army corps should really be aware of how there volunteers are treating guests it’s terrible but anyways back to this one other than the few things that I stated it’s a good park and I would come back!

                • J
                  Camper-submitted photo from Greenville - Lake Wappapello
                  May. 29, 2023

                  Greenville - Lake Wappapello

                  Our Favorite

                  One of our favorite places to stay. Spacious, clean, very Historic. Lots of places to ride tour bikes and walk. Trail of tears cuts right through. Easy river access. Convenient little town right down the road.

                • Dave The Dyrt PRO User
                  Camper-submitted photo from Four Creeks Ranch Campground
                  May. 2, 2023

                  Four Creeks Ranch Campground

                  Looked OK

                  Shelly seemed like a very nice person via text. She just wasn't there when we arrived, and we had a hard time determining property boundaries, tent site locations, etc. on our own. Unfortunately, the tent site we did find was pretty washed out, and we ended up leaving and camping elsewhere. If you have an RV/trailer, ATV's, etc. this place is probably a hoot. Best of luck.

                • MThe Dyrt PRO User
                  Camper-submitted photo from Piedmont Park
                  Apr. 10, 2023

                  Piedmont Park

                  Boating, Swimming, & Fishing

                  We stayed here when the Clear Water Lake was at record flooding level, boat docks were cut off from any foot traffic. So we had the campground mostly to ourselves. Bald Eagle flew above us! Nice place.

                • Rhonda M.The Dyrt PRO User
                  Camper-submitted photo from Redman Creek Recreation Area
                  Mar. 25, 2023

                  Redman Creek Recreation Area

                  Best place to camp

                  This is a Army Corps of Engineers campground. We love it because it is quite and peaceful. The sites are well maintained with asphalted pads, fire pit, grill, camp light pole and picnic table. Best of all it is full hook up. Redman West traditionally has older campers (sites 1-40)but Redman east usually has more kids (sites 41-109) (currently under remodel 2023 season). Both sides are family friendly. We camp Redman West March to November.



                Guide to Puxico

                Camping near Puxico, Missouri, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to explore.

                What to do

                • Hiking: There are great trails available, especially at Hawn State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "Hiking is some of the best in Missouri," highlighting the scenic views and well-maintained paths.
                • Swimming and Boating: At Sam A. Baker State Park Campground, you can enjoy the Saint Francis River, which is perfect for swimming and kayaking. A reviewer noted, "The water is slow and shallow enough in tons of places for littles and deep and cold enough for the older kids and adults to cool off too."
                • Fishing: The Big Spring Campground is a great spot for fishing. One visitor shared, "Great park lots to do—hiking, swimming, boating, kayaking, etc."

                What campers like

                • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A review for Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park stated, "This was such a clean campground. From the restrooms to the campsite and the river, everything was amazing."
                • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A camper at Silver Mines mentioned, "The campground was spacious and quiet. Just a short walk to the river and stunning views."
                • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of the staff. At Trail of Tears State Park Campground, one visitor said, "Very friendly and helpful camp host."

                What you should know

                • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Taum Sauk Mountain State Park Campground, have fewer amenities. A reviewer noted, "No showers, no water hookups, and no trash."
                • Crowded on Holidays: If you plan to visit during holidays, be prepared for crowds. A camper at Hawn State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites are in close proximity to one another so it gets crowded during Holiday weekends."
                • Wildlife: Expect to see wildlife, especially at Taum Sauk Mountain State Park Campground. One camper shared, "Abundant with wildlife, and tree stargazing is 10/10."

                Tips for camping with families

                • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Sam A. Baker State Park Campground, which has activities for all ages. A family reviewer said, "There is something for everyone here!"
                • Pack Bug Spray: Bugs can be an issue, especially in warmer months. A camper at Pinewoods Lake Rec Area advised, "Chiggers and bugs are an issue here so bring plenty of Off."
                • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep kids entertained. One camper at Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park mentioned, "The shut-ins were right down the road or you could walk or bike the paved path all the way there."

                Tips from RVers

                • Check Site Sizes: Some campgrounds have tight sites. A reviewer at Sam A. Baker State Park Campground noted, "Camp host was nice and river was also very nice but campground was really tight."
                • Look for Electric Hookups: If you need power, check for campgrounds with electric hookups, like Big Spring Campground. A visitor shared, "The campground offers 29 electric sites."
                • Be Prepared for Limited Cell Service: Some areas may have poor reception. A camper at Taum Sauk Mountain State Park Campground mentioned, "We were happy to not have a cell signal for the night."

                Camping near Puxico, Missouri, has something for everyone, from families to RVers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

                Frequently Asked Questions

                • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Puxico, MO?

                  According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Puxico, MO is Wanderers End Sanctuary Forest Farm with a 5-star rating from 1 review.

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