Rolla is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Rolla, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Discover great camping spots near Rolla, reviewed by campers like you.
$16 - $36 / night
"Nestled in Mid Missouri this place is a jam! Popular with locals there are trails, historic iron works and a fish hatchery…very cool place. Close to highway, good overnight spot!"
"Maramec Spring Park is a great place for camping and fishing in Missouri. The Park contains the fifth largest spring in the state."
$40 / night
"Grounds sit next to a state numbered highway, so access is easy. Don't expect a remote setting. The highway traffic can be distracting if you're used to camping in the woods."
"There are some extended stay residents, and campground is located adjacent to trailer park, but overall experience was safe, clean, and easy. We look forward to returning this year!"
$25 - $43 / night
"This is a small campground but right next to it there is a lot of land to walk through. Sheri/Sharon the owner is right up there with one of the coolest women I've ever met."
"If you have the time and are going through or near St. James Missouri its off of I-44, Mile Marker 195 towards St. James. "
$30 / night
"Supplies close by in Rolla.
WiFi wasn't very good and cell was spotty even with the booster.
No showers or toilets on site so you need to be self-contained."
"When you make your reservation they will confirm the length of your rig and put you in the appropriate site as there’s a small berm behind the sites that allow you to back further in on some sites than"
$25 - $55 / night
"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."
"It’s close to US 44 so a bit of road noise. The owner was very friendly and gave us a map with perfect directions."
$12 - $89 / night
"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."
"The campground is in the middle of a forest with a large creek running around it. It was springtime and everything was so green, there were wildflowers popping up all over the place."
"Love it here it is quiet and peaceful but not too far away from the main road"
$12 - $52 / night
"Other than the water, Onondaga Cave SP has been one of my favorite places to camp in Missouri for more than 20 years."
"We stayed one night on our way through Missouri. It’s only about ten minutes south of I-44. The campground was only about half full, so it was nice and quiet."
$15 - $50 / night
"This is a beautiful Forest Service Campground located 13 miles south of Rolla Missouri. There are six 30 amp electric sites and the remainder are dry camps."
"Close to the river. Area isn't very big which is nice."
"The sites on this end are a bit of a walk to the bathrooms/showers and camp store, but also extremely spacious and private. "
GuideRuby's Landing River Resort is the place if you are wanting a place that has wildlife, beautiful river views and away from the lights of town. We enjoyed hanging out with our friends on the porch of Cabin #3, eating a great steak and catching up. The town of Waynesville is not far away and they had a couple of grocery stores, some restaurants and Uranus!! I definitely want to come back for their annual Haunted River Float.
ScoutVery welcoming host. She made sure I had a site to fit my needs. WiFi was good. Cute shower / bathroom house. Grounds display unique decorations. I'll come back!
ScoutPeaceful night, very off the beaten path, need AWD to get there on gravel roads. There is a boat launch that’s steep and rough.
ScoutWe rolled into RV Self-Park late with our pup and loved how smooth the process was. Booking online was quick, the site was level, and everything was super easy—even after dark. It’s well-lit, secure, and the hookups worked right on time. There’s a fenced dog area too, which was a nice surprise. You will hear some highway noise, but honestly, after years in trucking, it just felt like home. No restrooms or extras, but for a quick, no-hassle stop right off I-44, this place nailed it.
TravelerGreat lowkey campground with basic bathroom and water pump. The space was perfect for me and a couple buddies going on a road trip. We almost had the place to ourselves. The trail was really cool and we saw a wild turkey nest with eggs!
ScoutThe road to get there isn't a road so much as a ATV trail. All wheel drive and it was too hard on my Subaru. Mostly washed out
GuideGood 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
TravelerWe spent 3 week days camping here in our camper van. We snagged a spot with a river view. Campground was maintained by NPS, very clean. Nice restrooms with showers as well, potable water spigots. There is a herd of wild horses that frequents the area (as evidenced by mounds of horse poop in an adjacent field!) and you can easily walk over to the beautiful round spring. There is an on/off-loading area for canoes and kayaks. The RV and tent spots all looked mostly level. We saw a bald eagle and a very curious little otter down by the river. Close proximity to the ozark trail. We walked through the campground past the spring and caught a little trail that hooked up with the ozark trail and had a lovely day hike around a loop. It was perfect.
When we were there in April there were only a handful of other campers there and we tons of quiet and privacy, however, I imagine during the summer it fills up.
ScoutExcellent camping conditions close to the river that we float down in a canoe each year. I'll continue to do this every year until I absolutely can't anymore!
Camping near Rolla, Missouri, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot to enjoy nature, whether you're in a tent, RV, or cabin.
Camping around Rolla, Missouri, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or an action-packed weekend, you'll find it here.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Rolla, MO offers a wide range of camping options, with 115 campgrounds and RV parks near Rolla, MO and 9 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Rolla, MO is Maramec Spring Park with a 4.5-star rating from 14 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 free dispersed camping spots near Rolla, MO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Rolla, MO that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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