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    Paddy Creek Recreation Area's wooded campsites welcome pets throughout the primitive camping area located in Mark Twain National Forest. The campground maintains 20+ sites with paved parking spots suitable for smaller trailers up to 30 feet in length, each equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, and direct trail access to the spring-fed creek. Pets must be leashed in common areas, and owners should bring waste bags as no designated pet stations are available. Froggys River Resort also accommodates pets with full-hookup RV sites, tent camping, and pet-friendly cabins along the Gasconade River. Campground data and reviews near Roby, Missouri is regularly updated on The Dyrt. Vault toilets serve the Paddy Creek area, while Froggys offers shower facilities. Gasconade Hills Resort and Montauk State Park Campground provide additional nearby options for travelers with pets, both featuring electric hookups, water access, and well-maintained facilities.

    The creek-side camping at Paddy Creek offers pets cooling water access during warmer months, with trails leading directly from campsites to the water. The quiet, secluded environment provides an excellent retreat for dogs that may be reactive to crowded settings. Campers report the area has no cell service, creating a true disconnect from electronic distractions while exploring with pets. Campers should bring all necessary pet supplies as the nearest stores are in Roby, approximately 20 minutes away. A Dollar General and gas station in Roby provide basic necessities. During summer months, tick prevention is essential for pets exploring the wooded trails. Campground hosts at both Paddy Creek and Froggys maintain clean facilities and are described as helpful but unobtrusive. The Gasconade River at Froggys moves slowly, making it suitable for dogs that enjoy swimming alongside kayaks or canoes during the popular 6-mile float trip.

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      1. Paddy Creek Recreation Area

      4.3(9)6mi from RobyRVs, Tents

      "Dollar General and a gas station located in nearby Roby. No cell service at cg. Had to drive up the hill to get a signal."

      "Access to swimming, fishing, and hiking trails. We were surprised with how many sites were taken up, but there were still quite a few available."

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      2. Mark Twain National Forest Paddy Creek Recreation Area

      4.5(2)6mi from RobyRVs, Tents

      "Stayed there twice, it is a voluntary pay campground, the sites are nicer close to the creek, the only drawback is you gotta go a ways for supplies"

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      3. Froggys River Resort

      4.5(10)19mi from Roby3 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Nothing but icadas, crickets and quiet laughter from the camp next to us."

      "I was right next to the river, and the sounds of the water made everything tranquil. There is a ton of space for tents and RVs, and the road in is well paved."

      from $5 - $100 / night

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      4. Jesse And James Properties

      5.0(1)9mi from Roby6 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      from $18 - $20 / night

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      5. Lamplight Lane RV Resort at Glen Oaks

      4.8(4)20mi from RobyRVs, Tents

      "The location is perfect, just minutes away from Fort Leonard Wood or St. Robert, MO, off exit 153 on I44! Also only a little over an hour from Springfield, MO..."

      "Right off I-44 in Missouri and only 10 minutes from Fort Leonard Wood. Convenient to Waynesville and St. Robert. Owners are very helpful and informative."

      6. Boiling Springs Campground

      4.2(11)26mi from Roby3 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Bus picked us up there and dropped us at a location on the gasconade. Float ended right back at camp! We got out of our boat and walked up the bank to our camp site."

      "Located on the Gasconade beauty abounds. Full service hookups. Some shaded spots right on river. Bathroom is very small. No showers. One toilet spot not very nice."

      from $12 - $89 / night

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      7. Gasconade Hills Resort

      3.0(4)22mi from RobyRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      from $38 - $48 / night

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      8. Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground

      4.7(47)45mi from Roby170 sitesRVs, Glamping

      "Lake of the Ozarks State Park campground is located in Kaiser Missouri about 5 miles down highway 134 off of highway 42. This campground is about 1.5 hour from Columbia and Springfield Missouri."

      "We stayed close to the river in the primitive area and the deer were all over.  These deer were super friendly and didn't move at all as we walked right past them. "

      from $15 - $55 / night

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      9. The Resort at Boiling Springs

      Be the first to review10mi from Roby3 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      from $25 - $40 / night

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      10. Roubidoux Spring Campground & RV Park

      4.0(2)22mi from RobyRVs

      "Pretty creek, but away from the bank, no trees."

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    • P
      Sep. 16, 2025

      Ozark Farms Family Campground

      Ozark Camp in Rolla, MO

      Easy to reserve online. Confirm reservation through email. Showers/RR/laundry facility. Clean and shady. Dog park.

    • Becky M.
      Jun. 10, 2023

      Doolittle Acres RV Park and Campground

      Great Route 66 stop

      The camp area looks new, cute playground, small fenced dog park type area, showers, laundry, fire pits and picnic tables. Very little trees or grass. Would love it if they played up the Route 66 theme they have going. Very convenient for our fishing trip!

    • Kelsey S.
      Apr. 19, 2025

      Doolittle Acres RV Park and Campground

      Nice area

      Good area only a mile off the highway so it made a great night stopping point. Had great access for our starlink. They have a little dog park, kids park, and it was all clean and well maintained. Easy access and some nice pull through spots. Water, sewer, and electric hook ups. Fire pit and picnic table at site. Since it’s close the highway it was a little loud with traffic. 57$ a night for premium spots, 42$ a night for non premium

    • S
      Nov. 22, 2020

      Linn Creek Koa

      Great for just popping through.

      Great place for a place to stay near the lake of the ozarks attractions. Super close to big surf and not a bad drive from all the lake has to offer. But not a favorite for a trip focused more on hanging out at the camp site. Very hilly (though grade on the site wasn’t bad at all), pull through sites make getting in easy with larger rigs but all roads through are gravel and rutted so not the easiest. Sites close together without much in between. Nice large trees would offer some summer shade but still not much separation between sites. Water and electric at site. Small “dog park” (fenced in area) great for smaller dogs to run off leash and pretty large kid okay ground too. Overall we will stay here again but think of it more as bringing our own hotel to the lake rather than coming to enjoy the campground.

    • D
      Mar. 10, 2021

      Fishermans Paradise

      This place has it all!

      Great staff! Biggins in the ponds, and great music events! The rv park at the top of the hill is great and pet friendly!

      Fish on!

    • Cheryl M.
      Oct. 17, 2022

      Paddy Creek Recreation Area

      Sweet!

      Great place to camp. Stayed at site 22. Most sites are well shaded and spacious. Good privacy between sites. Parking pads are short and lined with huge boulders. Worked fine for our 16ft TT big rigs probably not so much. Vault toilet clean and stocked. No fee just donations. Dollar General and a gas station located in nearby Roby. No cell service at cg. Had to drive up the hill to get a signal.

    • chris M.
      Apr. 25, 2022

      Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground

      Lake of the Ozarks State Park campground Spring 2022

      Lake of the Ozarks State Park campground is located in Kaiser Missouri about 5 miles down highway 134 off of highway 42. This campground is about 1.5 hour from Columbia and Springfield Missouri. It is approximately 3 hours from St.Louis and Kansas City Missouri .

      Lake of the Ozarks State Park includes two different areas which are both located on Lake of the Ozarks.

      The one reviewed here is located in Kaiser and includes Public Beach #1 , a marina/gas dock , horse stables/trails, hiking trails,beach,fishing dock,shore fishing and campground.

      The other is located in Osage Beach about 20 minutes away and includes Public Beach #2, grand glaze marina/gas dock,shore fishing and hiking trails. No camping is available at the Osage Beach location aka PB 2 or grand glaze.

      Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground is a wonderful place to set up camp for the weekend and is one of my all time favorites. The State Park is clean and well maintained with plenty to do for everyone.

      The camp sites range from primitive to full hook up 50amp and you will see a range of camping types from tents to class A's . The sites are well spaced out despite how the reservation map appears on the State Park website. I would however suggest staying at the campsites on the outer edges as the interior sites are a bit more cramped.

      This area includes bath and shower houses that are of average cleanliness for a State park (typically worn but clean). As well as 3 playgrounds for the kids. Also on site is a Beach so bring a Towel and swimming suit.

      A few things to note . If you come in the winter or spring the lake will be low and your lake side campsite will be Lake view instead. You are located about 15 minutes from a grocery store however a camp store is available also bring bug spray.

      Your ideal sites are lakeside 160's I stayed at #163 and it was wonderful open with not a lot of tress for the dogs to get tangled in.

      This is a true gem at the lake and even though I only live 15 miles away we visit many times throughout the year.

    • Melissa H.
      Jun. 27, 2021

      Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground

      Pretty camping area, lake was filthy and smelly

      This was a pretty campsite with lots of trees and simple deer trails throughout. Sites are well spread out. The lake itself was filthy and smelly. Lots of trash and rotting fish on the shorelines. The campground website said they had WiFi throughout the campsite, however it was only available at the front office. No cell service. We had planned to stay for a week to school and work remotely, but had to cut our time here short because of no connectivity. If we hadn’t had the need for WiFi, this would have been a fine campground to stay at, as it is centrally located to many sightseeing locations.

      Sties were level, kid and pet friendly, quiet campground, 30/50 amp electricity, no water hookups, firewood avail for fire pits, also had nice picnic tables. Inexpensive.

    • Judith B.
      May. 23, 2019

      Timbuktu Campground — Echo Bluff State Park

      Newest state park in Missouri

      This is a great state park. Sites are level and have cement pads with full hookups. Not much shade now but they have planted trees between sites. Bathrooms are clean. There is also a lodge with store and restaurant just down the street. There are cabins there that can be rented also. And the real treat is the wild horses. Came right up to our site - but please do not feed or try to pet. The rangers will have to move them if they get to used to people.

      Also local river rafting companies will pick you up at your site

    Guide to Roby

    Roby, Missouri sits at around a 1,250-foot elevation in the Ozark Highlands region. Most campgrounds near Roby operate year-round with seasonal facilities closures during winter months. Access to many sites requires traveling unpaved forest roads that may become challenging after heavy rainfall.

    What to do

    Fishing opportunities: Montauk State Park Campground offers exceptional trout fishing in stocked waters. As Josh C. noted, "Stayed at this campground as a halfway point hiking the Big Piney Trail loop. Typical primitive campground with toilets, bear-proof trash cans, and camp sites with fire rings and picnic tables."

    Float trips: Boiling Springs Campground organizes river floats that end at your campsite. According to Aundrea, "We did a 5 mile float which was the perfect length and very scenic. Highly recommend camping here." Trips run May through October with rental equipment available.

    Hiking trails: The area contains multiple trail networks for day hikes. One camper at Paddy Creek Recreation Area shared that they "Stayed at site 22. Most sites are well shaded and spacious. Good privacy between sites. Parking pads are short and lined with huge boulders."

    What campers like

    Natural water features: Campers consistently appreciate the spring-fed creeks. At Paddy Creek, one visitor mentioned, "Quite, friendly area with very primitive camping. Creek is spring fed so water is always cooler then most creeks." Water temperature stays relatively constant year-round.

    Quiet atmosphere: Froggys River Resort maintains a peaceful environment according to campers. Laura C. described it as a "Cute campground. The camp hosts were amazing. Perfect river access. Only downside is absolutely no privacy between campsites."

    Wildlife viewing: Multiple campgrounds offer chances to spot deer, eagles, and other wildlife. At Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground, Anthony C. reported, "We saw about 20 deer each day," while another Froggys visitor mentioned, "In the morning, a bald eagle flew up the river."

    What you should know

    Limited services: Many campgrounds have minimal facilities. Gregory shared about Mark Twain National Forest Paddy Creek Recreation Area: "There is a vault restroom if needed, each site has a paved parking spot big enough for my truck and 25ft camper. I would say it could fit up to a 35ft trailer."

    Cell service limitations: Most campgrounds have no cell reception. One camper at Paddy Creek described how they "love being able to have an escape from the world and forced to not have our electrons since there is no service."

    Supply planning: Stock up before arrival as stores are limited. According to ted S., "Stayed there twice, it is a voluntary pay campground, the sites are nicer close to the creek, the only drawback is you gotta go a ways for supplies."

    Tips for camping with families

    Swimming areas: Several campgrounds offer safe swimming options for children. At Jesse And James Properties, Jake C. noted they "ensure you have a great time on the river, whether you bring your tent or RV, have kayaks or not, they have you covered!"

    Dog friendly campgrounds near Roby: Most sites welcome pets with specific rules. At Boiling Springs, Troy J. reported, "Overall quite and clean. We called because we were just on the road... We reserved a site and only gave us 2 options."

    Educational opportunities: Bennett Spring State Park offers ranger-led programs for children. One visitor shared, "Great walking trails, clean campgrounds and the smells of fish fry in the evening air."

    Tips from RVers

    Site size limitations: Many campgrounds have restrictions on RV length. Brooke A. advised about Paddy Creek: "Great free campground near the river. Volt toilets, trash cans, and picnic tables. All spots have paved pull-in spots. I'd say max length for rigs are 30 feet."

    Hookup availability: Limited full-hookup sites exist at select campgrounds. At Lamplight Lane RV Resort at Glen Oaks, Thomas R. explained, "The campground was a bit small, but very nice and clean. We fit our 42' fifth wheel there though, so most would be fine!"

    Pet-friendly RV sites: Several dog-friendly campgrounds near Roby accept pets at RV sites. Tony G. noted at Glen Oaks, "The owners/operators are awesome. The only draw back is that the roads and spots are all gravel and can be muddy at times."

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