RV parks near Randolph, Missouri are situated in the rolling hills and woodlands of western Missouri, about 240 feet above sea level. Many campgrounds in this area provide natural lake access with fishing opportunities that don't require licenses. Weather conditions typically allow for camping from March through October, with summer highs averaging in the mid-80s.
What to do
Fishing at nearby lakes: Lake Paradise Resort offers multiple small lakes perfect for casual fishing. "We camped here in September 2020. There are nice spots right by the lakes with big trees for shade. Kids found tons of frogs and snails to play with," shares camper Brandi D.
Amusement park visits: Worlds of Fun Village provides easy access to the adjacent theme parks. "The theme park offered discounted tickets when staying at the campground and parking for the parks was included. Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun are internally connected, making it easy to walk between the two," notes John L.
Seasonal events: Holiday weekends often feature special activities at local campgrounds. "We went to a movie outside there and fireworks for Memorial Day weekend. The pool was open for the first Saturday but it was rainy and of course cold. It was still so much fun," reports erica B. about her experience at Lake Paradise Resort.
What campers like
Pool facilities: Lake Paradise Resort receives praise for its swimming options. "The pool is renovated and very nice. It is very large, zero entry, up to mostly around 5 ft deep with a small area that was 9ft; there is a children's area with a sprinkler," explains Julie B.
Historical sites: The region offers opportunities to explore America's past. "This park is convient to I-29 but far enough off the highway to be quiet and peaceful. As a point of interest, this used to be a favorite fishing spot of President Harry S. Truman, check out the Mother in Law cabin—built at his request," recommends Sara E. at Basswood Country RV Resort.
Concrete pads: Level, solid surfaces for RVs are available at several parks. "Nice RV Park with concrete pads," notes Charley K. about Worlds of Fun Village, while Scott C. adds, "Pads were concrete, level, clean, and well-maintained."
What you should know
Train noise: Some RV parks in the area experience railroad disturbances. "Nice campground and great staff. Trains nearby can be load with their horns but it's close to airport which was necessity for me," reports Wayne B. about Campus RV Park.
Airport proximity: Several campgrounds are within flight paths. "The campground is on the final approach for the airport, so you get to see a lot planes flying overhead, which you don't even notice cause they are quieter than they used to be, and I think they shut down flights around 10pm," explains Brian A. about Basswood Country RV Resort.
Neighborhood context: Some RV parks are situated in urban settings. "On the way in the neighborhood itself did not seem very likely to hold an RV park this close to urban areas. But the place is nice, has Laundry, Showers etc," shares Luna L. about her stay at Campus RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Look for dedicated play areas: Basswood Country RV Resort offers multiple family-friendly amenities. "This campground is a must for anyone with children. Awesome sites with full hook ups. They have several ponds you can fish from. My kids love that. Nice play area for kids as well," recommends Robin R.
Choose weekend activity parks: Many local campgrounds offer scheduled entertainment. "Every weekend there are organized activities such as arts and crafts, fishing contests, duck races and frozen t-shirt contests in the pool, and a Saturday evening outdoor movie," reports Tori G. about Basswood Country RV Resort.
Consider site location: Position within a campground can affect experience. "Row 1 (sites 1-20) is along a busy highway with semi truck noise 24 hours a day. I recommend either paying more for the pull-through (further from the road) or the back in sites 69-82 in row 3," advises John L. at Worlds of Fun Village.
Tips from RVers
Site selection matters: Walnut Grove RV Park has varying site layouts. "We did pay for the premium pull through site, so we had more room. Everything worked great, the spot was on a slight hill- but wasn't terrible to level out," shares Mary.
Off-season advantages: Visiting parks during slower periods can improve experience. "Stopped here on our way south for spring break. The amusement park was not open yet, so the campground area was relatively quiet and the price for full hookups was not bad," mentions Deb M. about Worlds of Fun Village.
Be aware of tight spacing: Many RV parks in the region have compact layouts. "Its all about the location and supply and demand. It was very over priced for the tiny amount of space you get and subpar wifi. Thank God our neighbor was nice because the poor guy had no room to get in his truck after we put out our slides," explains Tekoah F. about Walnut Grove RV Park.
