Best Cabin Camping near Rhineland, MO

Meramec State Park Campground offers cabin rentals with varying levels of amenities, from basic rustic structures to fully furnished units with electricity and indoor plumbing. The cabins at Lost Valley Lake Resort provide comfortable accommodations with modern conveniences including heating and air conditioning. "The cabins were clean and the Murphy beds allowed for so much space when we weren't sleeping," notes one visitor who stayed at Meramec Caverns Natural Campground. Most cabins include picnic tables and fire rings outside, while interior furnishings typically feature beds, simple seating, and basic kitchen facilities.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Meramec Caverns Natural Campground features cabins positioned near the river, offering scenic views and easy water access. According to a review, "We stayed in the cabins for a week long vacation and had a blast." Pet policies vary by location, with Daniel Boone Conservation Area and Meramec State Park allowing pets in some cabin units. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly during summer months when floating and fishing activities draw larger crowds. Turner Katy Trail Shelter provides hostel-style cabin accommodations specifically designed for hikers and bikers using the Katy Trail.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cedar Creek Resort & RV Park cabins are positioned right on the water, making them popular for fishing enthusiasts. Kitchen facilities range from basic microwaves to full kitchenettes with refrigerators, though specific amenities vary widely between locations. On-site camp stores at locations like Pin Oak RV Park and Meramec Caverns offer basic provisions including firewood, ice, and camping necessities. Visitors staying at St. Charles County Klondike Park cabins should note they are "pretty basic" according to one reviewer, who recommends securing food from raccoons overnight.

Best Cabin Sites Near Rhineland, Missouri (23)

    1. Daniel Boone Conservation Area

    10 Reviews
    Hermann, MO
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 441-4554

    "Only a couple have picnic tables, but all seemed to have at least a level spot for the tent and a fire ring."

    "The main pull-in parking area was completely empty. Has a ton of spots, most with their own fire ring. Some have some shade."

    2. Hickory Ridge Campground

    6 Reviews
    New Florence, MO
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 564-7993

    $25 - $40 / night

    "He escorted us to our site which was tucked away under some nice trees.

    Though campground is close to interstate, noise was minimal (I think because of the trees)."

    "Showers and bathrooms."

    3. Jonesburg Gardens Campground

    4 Reviews
    New Florence, MO
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 488-5630

    "Great place to go right off the highway"

    4. Lost Valley Lake Resort

    3 Reviews
    Owensville, MO
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 764-3605

    "Summer time swimming at 1 outdoor pool and 2 swimming beaches at the lake. You can rent paddle boats, canoes, kayaks and fishing boats."

    "I spent years growing up enjoying lost Valley lake. Many enjoyable family fun."

    5. Cuivre River State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Troy, MO
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 528-7247

    $15 - $38 / night

    "Fire rings with attached rebar grills on a bricked square. Picnic table and lantern post. Small playground near the check in station/camp store. The store is small but will have what you need."

    "This park has plenty of trails for all lengths to keep you busy and the camping is spaced out nicely so you are not right on top of each-other."

    6. Meramec State Park Campground

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

    $12 - $48 / night

    "Huge park with tons of amenities and options. Although there is year round Camping, the host on site advised water to each individual site will be turned off end of October for winter."

    "From every to truck bed camping. We were in a secluded area and had rented almost all spot in loop. Nice campsites with water and electric. Bathroom and showers were a pretty good walk."

    7. Meramec Caverns Natural Campground

    20 Reviews
    Stanton, MO
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 468-3166

    $23 - $38 / night

    "This is a private campground run by Meramec Caverns. The campground is large and shaded, right on the river. There are hook up sites and tent sites."

    "Security patrols around the clock and doesn't put up with any ridiculousness.

    Campsites available on pavement, gravel for campers and RVs and grass for tents."

    8. Turner Katy Trail Shelter

    1 Review
    Holts Summit, MO
    25 miles
    Website

    $10 / night

    "The Katy Trail Turner Shelter Hostel is located in Tebbetts, Missouri at mile 131.2. The shelter is open for individuals and groups, including youth groups, using the trail."

    9. Pin Oak RV Park

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

    "A nice private catch and release pond, an old little mini golf setup, a small (but adequate) swimming pool kept the kids busy."

    "Mini golf, activity room with a pinball machine and pool table. A band played on Saturday night at the pavillion but unfortunately it was very cold and we didn't stay long."

    10. Ozark Outdoors-Riverfront Resort

    21 Reviews
    Leasburg, MO
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 245-6837

    "We chose an electric site towards the back to avoid most people."

    "Store, pool, ropes course, playground, and several options for floating, including a 1 1/2 mile tube loop you can do over and over all day."

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Cabin Reviews near Rhineland, MO

237 Reviews of 23 Rhineland Campgrounds


  • Staci R.
    Oct. 24, 2017

    Meramec State Park Campground

    Mera-culously huge

    Huge park with tons of amenities and options. Although there is year round Camping, the host on site advised water to each individual site will be turned off end of October for winter. Potable water is available near dump stations (hmmm....). Very well kept, and vacant this time of year, affords the opportunity for a more private camping and river experience. Clean well kept shower houses. Lodge & cabin rentals also available. Boat ramp in back of campground. Campsites with blue bands and parking stops are ADA compliant with concrete pads, elevated grills plus fire ring and picnic table.

  • Anne H.
    Jul. 23, 2018

    Cuivre River State Park Campground

    Natural, well maintained

    Nice campground with tent areas and RV area well separated. Fire rings with attached rebar grills on a bricked square. Picnic table and lantern post. Small playground near the check in station/camp store. The store is small but will have what you need. The showers were adequate with the requisite daddy long legs. There were a fair amount of ticks so spray your gear with permethrin. Many of the sites were pretty small - we had a hard time seeing where a tent would fit, usually the answer was on the side of the road. Also, many were close together with little privacy. We stayed on site 53. Which I definitely recommend. Plenty of space for the tent (on a bit of a slant with tree roots, but doable, especially with air mattresses), great privacy on one side, decentprivacy on the other, and a lovely view of the woods at the back.

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 20, 2018

    Meramec Caverns Natural Campground

    Jesse James hideout camping

    This is a private campground run by Meramec Caverns. The campground is large and shaded, right on the river. There are hook up sites and tent sites. My advice is to try and get a spot all the way to the left of the entrance. These sites seem quieter and more spread out. The down side is that they are pretty far from the shower house and bathrooms. Most of this sites (but not all) have picnic tables, grills and fire pits. There are a few really nice sites right on the river. There is a restaurant, general store, canoe rental, zip line (it goes across the Meramec River, not sure how you get back!), and of course the caverns. The cave tour is a bit hokey, but if you can look past the mannequins and silliness, the caves themselves are really spectacular. You can definitely see why Jesse and Frank James used this as a hideout.

  • Stacie E.
    Jul. 29, 2018

    Meramec Caverns Natural Campground

    Great Place to camp and enjoy!

    This was our first trip in our camper and a first camp at Meramec Caverns.

    The staff is friendly and helpful. Security patrols around the clock and doesn't put up with any ridiculousness.

    Campsites available on pavement, gravel for campers and RVs and grass for tents. Our site had 30/50 amp service and water on a gravel site facing the Meramec River. It waa a beautiful view!

    Shower house and restroom facilities are clean and maintained.

    A dump station is located just outsIde the main gate of the campgrounds.

    Because of the location, there is no wifi and we had no cell service for the majority of our stay. Once in a while it would get a signal but it was very brief.

    Campsites are separated from the Meramec Caverns tourist attractions so there is not constant traffic coming through the campsite.

    Most campsites had a stone fire ring, bbq grill, and picnic table.

    The cave tour, zipline, boat ride, canoe and float trips and motel are all within short walking distance from the campgrounds.

    The campground store has ice, firewood and basics available. The gift shop at the cave has typical tourist items available. The restaurant is more of a snack bar and not a full service restaurant, so don't rely on it for your meals during your stay!

    The cave tour is interesting and informative and on a hot day the 60 degree temp of the cave is the perfect place to hang out for a while!

    Overall, a very nice place to camp and enjoy the outdoors without being too far from home.

    We will definitely be back for another stay!

  • Mike L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 10, 2024

    St. Charles County Klondike Park

    Fantastic Camping Just Off The Katy Trail

    I have bike-packed along the Katy and this is an excellent spot for an overnight(s) stay. It is a tough, but short, climb from the trail. You may have to walk up the hill - challenge made :-) . This is a St. Charles County Park and it is well maintained. They also have small cabins though pretty basic. Make sure to store your food securely overnight - the racoons are pretty thick and hungry at night. I have also done short bike-packing trips from Chesterfield and St. Charles for an overnight(s) stay. If you need it, grab food in Augusta or Defiance before arriving. There are no services in the park.

  • Alex M.
    Jul. 9, 2022

    Meramec Caverns Natural Campground

    Cool destination with a great campground

    The real attraction here is the caverns themselves, plus the zip lining, river floating, and whatever other activities are on offer. But, the campground is not half bad! It's a large grassy area with plenty of trees (though no shrubbery or other privacy screens). There are no numbered campsites. Vehicles can be parked and tents pitched anywhere on the grass. My campsite, located in the far southwest corner, was one of a few with a fire pit, small paved picnic shelter, and picnic table. I was very happy to have the shelter, as there was a thunderstorm the morning of my visit.

    There is a centrally-located camp store here. Their prices were reasonable when I visited. The bathrooms are located nearby, but these were quite run down, crowded, and dirty. I recommend seeking out the bathrooms at the visitor center. These seemed to be open 24/7 and were much, much nicer (and empty in the morning and evening).

    Speaking of the visitor center, their food was surprisingly good. I had dinner and breakfast there, and was glad I did. They also had serviceable public WiFi that I used to catch up on Internet stuff while I waited for the rain to let up.

  • J
    May. 22, 2022

    Hickory Ridge Campground

    Nice Campground, Convenient Location

    We stayed only one night here while passing through. Campground’s new owner is very kind and friendly. He escorted us to our site which was tucked away under some nice trees.

    Though campground is close to interstate, noise was minimal (I think because of the trees).

    Pretty flowers throughout campground. Bathrooms with a shower and laundry room. Salt water pool, nice grassy area. Some sites had fire pits and picnic tables but not all.

    Would definitely stay here again.

  • J
    Mar. 4, 2021

    Turner Katy Trail Shelter

    Hostel for Hikers and Bikers on the Katy Trail

    The Katy Trail Turner Shelter Hostel is located in Tebbetts, Missouri at mile 131.2. The shelter is open for individuals and groups, including youth groups, using the trail. It is run by the Conservation Foundation of Missouri Charitable Trust. The shelter is two stories with 40 bunk style beds. Guests must bring their own bedding. There are showers, restrooms and a kitchen with a refrigerator and microwave. The cost is$6 per night per person. For groups of 10 or more the cost is$25 plus $2 for each member.

    To make a reservation, please call the office at 573-634-2322. They will need your name and phone number for a reservation. For more information on the Katy Trail, visit bikekatytrail.com.

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 30, 2020

    Daniel Boone Conservation Area

    Quiet and out of the way

    There are 10 or so primitive tent sites and an area that will accommodate about a dozen RV’s. There are no services here and no hook ups, but it’s free. The primitive tent sites are spread out along the main road through the conservation area, which means that in the daytime you will get road noise and dust, but its pretty quiet at night. Only a couple have picnic tables, but all seemed to have at least a level spot for the tent and a fire ring. I noticed some sites had a bit of trash in the fire rings, probably from day use or partiers. There is no trash service, so plan to pack out your trash. The best site (already taken, too bad) was set on the edge of the woods next to a fishing pond. The campers that were there let me take some pics of their site since it was so pretty. The only downside to that site was its proximity to the RV lot and their generators. There are some nice hiking trails here to explore.


Guide to Rhineland

Cabin camping near Rhineland, Missouri offers a serene escape into nature, with a variety of well-reviewed options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts and families alike.

Explore the Natural Wonders of Meramec State Park

  • Experience the beauty of nature at Meramec State Park Campground, where you can enjoy scenic views and access to hiking trails along the river.
  • The park features a range of activities, including fishing and swimming, making it a perfect spot for family outings.
  • With well-maintained facilities, this campground provides a comfortable base for exploring the surrounding wilderness.

Adventure Awaits at Lost Valley Lake Resort

  • At Lost Valley Lake Resort, families can enjoy year-round swimming in both indoor and outdoor pools, along with various recreational activities.
  • Rent paddle boats or canoes to explore the lake, or take part in horseback riding for a unique outdoor experience.
  • The resort also hosts live music and events, ensuring there's always something fun happening during your stay.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Rhineland, MO is Daniel Boone Conservation Area with a 4.1-star rating from 10 reviews.

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