Top Tent Camping near Rushville, MO

Looking for an adventure where you can explore Rushville and then fall asleep in your tent? The Dyrt can help you find the best tent campsites for your next trip. Each tent site offers quick access to one or more of Rushville, Missouri's most popular destinations.

Best Tent Sites Near Rushville, MO (6)

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      Camper-submitted photo from Agency Conservation Area
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      2. Agency Conservation Area

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      The land for this area was donated to the Conservation Department in 1991. The timbered property straddles Rock Creek Road. The north tract of the area offers walk-in access to the Platte River. A graveled parking lot is located south of the county road. Both tracts are prone to flooding.

      On department areas where camping is allowed, camping is limited to a period of 14 consecutive days in any 30-day period. Personal property must be removed at the end of the 14-day period. Unless a special use permit is obtained, total camping days on all department areas are limited to a total of 30 days within one calendar year. Groups of more than 10 people must obtain a special use permit prior to camping. To obtain a special use permit, contact the area manager at the phone number listed for this area in the area details section.

      Quiet hours are in effect in camping areas from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily. Visitors who are not occupying a campsite are required to leave the campground by 10 p.m. On camping areas with established campsites, only two camping or sleeping units are permitted in each site.

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          5. Pony Creek Lake

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          Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee State Fishing Lake
          Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee State Fishing Lake

          6. Shawnee State Fishing Lake

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        Recent Tent Reviews In Rushville

        343 Reviews of 6 Rushville Campgrounds


        • Jeff L.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park
          Sep. 13, 2024

          Weston Bend State Park

          Over nighters.

          We arrived around 1 pm and got the pull through site. It is a nice little park that will be closed from November 1, 2024 through April 14, 2025. An electric site was $25.00. The facilities were exceptionally clean and the camp hosts were very polite.

        • Mitch M.
          Camper-submitted photo from Clinton State Park Campground
          Jul. 21, 2024

          Clinton State Park Campground

          Close to town but far enough to enjoy the wilderness

          Overall it was a good experience. We came on a weekend with good weather and were able to reserve easily a couple days in advance. There were a few campers near to us that we could see but no one that was right next to us and we couldn't hear them at all. 

          Pros: 

          • Access to "modern" toilets that flushed. While the one closest to us was closed (see cons) there was one a bit further, maybe another 4 minutes walk away that was open. It had a few stalls and were in decent enough condition. 

          • PLENTY of wildlife. Bunnies, Racoons (and babies), PLENTY of deer, a possum.

          • Bugs - While I've been here in early July and the bugs made me want to scream, in late July it seems they are better or at least being more in the open helped. A few flies and mosquitos. Nothing too bad.

          Cons:

          • It didn't seem like the host was there. There was a car driving around that asked us where a campsite was but it was in a weird format and they said the host wasn't around. 
          • The bathrooms nearest to us were a modern toilet and they were closed, but it didn't really say they were closed so the only indication was no lights and more spiders than I care to admit. 
          • Many of the camping areas (a vast majority) are surrounded by woodland and brush that makes it impossible to see, or even smell the lake. Getting down to it is a bit of a chore if you choose to do so.
          • Though it had rained a few days before our campsite was bone dry, which is fine except that the ground was so hard that 80% of our set up time was trying to stake in. Could have just been our location though
        • Angie A.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express Lake Conservation Area
          Jul. 10, 2024

          Pony Express Lake Conservation Area

          A beautiful spot by the lake

          Beautiful spot by the lake. Be sure to turn left at first sign to find campsites. Was a little frustrating that a family seemed to have taken up permanent residence and was obnoxious with the generator. Trash was overflowing and could use a little more attention. Clean vault toilets with TP. It was really beautiful with the sunset.

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          Camper-submitted photo from Worlds of Fun Village
          Jul. 7, 2024

          Worlds of Fun Village

          Amazing memories here

          Beautiful park. Pay more for the pull through you’ll have tons of parking even if your rig is big. Our rig is 44 ft and we parked two 2500’s on the pad no problem. We reserve our days in advance and if we need to cancel we just change our reservation to a different date with no fees. The pool and clubhouse are well kept so are the bathrooms and laundry room. This Is our favorite campsite to date. So much to do.

        • Terry D.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park
          Jun. 30, 2024

          Weston Bend State Park

          Short stay

          Very nice lots was a Lil disappointed because this camp site was in mid missori and the agent I contacted it from was in meridian ms and had never been there was told it would have water n 30 amp service but all that was there was 30 amp no water but it was really nice I didn't have time to stay long just the night .

        • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake
          Jun. 22, 2024

          Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake

          Nice and quiet

          Camped here several days in late June. The were very few campers, even on the weekends. Many slept in their cars and left at first light. I assume they went fishing at the lake. Bathroom was a little rough but manageable.

        • Stephanie B.
          Camper-submitted photo from AOK Campground & RV Park
          Jun. 12, 2024

          AOK Campground & RV Park

          Great Spot To Stop

          Traveling through on a cross country trip. Needed a spot to camp from my motorcycle. I was given a giant secluded spot by the pond, separate from the RV area. Has a lovely looking pool that was open, clean showers, and fire wood for sale. The owners are extremely friendly and helpful. The only reason it isn't getting 5 stars is the proximity to the freeway, you can hear it very clearly (jake brakes and all) continuously.

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          Camper-submitted photo from Clinton State Park Campground
          Jun. 10, 2024

          Clinton State Park Campground

          Peaceful

          Camped out at site 13 for a real peaceful Saturday. Half of our group took the trail and hiked to the campsite, the other half got there by kayak/paddleboard. The site was very secluded and had a very interesting layout. Lots of hammock tree setups too.

          Only real issue we had was there wasn’t a lot of flat ground. The tents we pitched were pretty close to the fire, and the biggest patch of flat ground was down wind from the fire.

        • JThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Wallace State Park
          Jun. 9, 2024

          Wallace State Park

          Small but beautiful.

          Small park with some very private sites and some very exposed sites. Nice showers and dump station.

        • Barbie G.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park
          Jun. 8, 2024

          Weston Bend State Park

          Site 26 is Peaceful

          This was our 2nd stay at Weston Bend SP. Both times, we had site 26, one of the few basic sites. While some of the other sites were very close to each other, this one is relatively isolated. It's big too. There's a vault toilet close by. It was clean and roomy. We didn't use the water but there are a few spigot throughout the campground. There's also a regular restroom near the campground entrance, but we didn't use it. We will definitely camp here again if we are passing through.

        • David L.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express Lake Conservation Area
          May. 10, 2024

          Pony Express Lake Conservation Area

          A Small Free Drive-in Campground

          This free campground has a water tap and a pit toilet. There are at least three first come first served campsites that have a picnic table and a fire ring.

        • Julie H.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from AOK Campground & RV Park
          May. 4, 2024

          AOK Campground & RV Park

          Lovely find!

          Very well cared for site. It's been well established for many years. I was visiting friends in St. Joe and was surprised to learn her parents used to came there many decades ago. It was a KOA and the new owners have kept it up to those standards. The owners/managers are friendly and acknowledged me by name when I walked up to register. A bit of freeway noise but not too bothersome, Great stay!

        • Bill F.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express Lake Conservation Area
          Apr. 15, 2024

          Pony Express Lake Conservation Area

          Great spot on the west side of the lake

          We drove by the east side campsite and it was packed. We ran into a local and he told us about a spot on the east side of the lake. An old boy scout camp. It wasn’t maintained but there was nobody there. Our dogs ran free and that was what we were looking for. We ran our generator at night because we had no neighbors. We were a mile from the lake so we drove around and had access to the lake.

        • Angela C.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Basswood Country RV Resort
          Apr. 8, 2024

          Basswood Country RV Resort

          Very mixed bag

          We booked a site here on our drive back East in August 2023. I saw “resort” and was like “Sign me up” after some real hot and grimy parks earlier in the trip.

          Ultimately, most of the amenities were closed by the time we arrived. The game room, the restaurant, and store were all closing or closed. My kids did get some pool time (it was a nice pool) and loved the blob (whatever you call the bounce pads). There was a nice playground, pavilion and courts.

          What is weird is that this is almost two parks - the front is the “resort” or old-fashioned campground, but where we were placed was in the back with what looked like a lot of long-term, single male residents. It was a longish-walk to front where the pool and store was and it definitely didn’t feel like a resort.

          There were spots open in the front closer to the pool and lake - if we had camped there I think the experience would have been different.

        • Leni K.
          Camper-submitted photo from Clinton State Park Campground
          Apr. 7, 2024

          Clinton State Park Campground

          Relaxing Car/Tent Camping Spot

          Pros Off-season was quiet Open bathrooms were nice and well kept. Easy access to trails Lots of wildlife, vultures, deer, etc. Well marked and plenty of them spots Marina was a quick bike ride away and had a lot to offer during the season. Primate loops had some good spacing and tree cover, along with views of the lake. Inner loops not so much Potable water available year round. Was drinkable.

          Cons Signs marked closed bathrooms but not the closest open bathrooms. One per campsite was still open with heat and electric. Weirdly all vaults were closed Office and hosts were unavailable so we had to leave for Casey's for firewood. While before the season, someone told us it's typically impossible to get firewood because the office is usually closed. Signs to the entrance to park and n avigation were pretty small, impossible to read at night, not lit. Electric parking pass only issued one day pass at a time. Would do the paper pass across the parking lot next time. Spacing is definitely a bit crowded for tent camping privacy this time of year. Will be curious to see how it feels in the summer/fall.

        • John G.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake
          Apr. 1, 2024

          Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake

          Quiet spot

          This is a small remote lake of about 160 acres water area. A county road takes you through the area and across the dam. There are gravel pull off areas and a lakeside gravel road. The pit toilet is not well maintained. Not suitable for larger vehicles.

        • Terry C.
          Camper-submitted photo from Kansas City West-Lawrence KOA
          Mar. 21, 2024

          Kansas City West-Lawrence KOA

          Ridiculous

          Had to call numerous times to acully get thru. Asked about 6 weeks of staying. Inquired about long term. Was told that it would cost me $3400.00 to stay a mo th here. That's insane

        • Travis M.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek Conservation Area
          Mar. 17, 2024

          Honey Creek Conservation Area

          Good free camping

          Good place for free camping just not a lot of things to do other than explore the woods or fish in the river which doesn’t have great access. They say there’s bike trails but it’s more just access roads.

          It’s a big area with several access points. Here are the coordinates for the camping area along the river 39.95182° N, 94.99083° W.

        • BLBJR
          Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park
          Feb. 17, 2024

          Weston Bend State Park

          Absolutely beautiful

          This place is absolutely beautiful great for taking your family but if you need RV parts or repairs stay away from Camping World they will rip you off or even if you want to purchase an RV read the reviews on them.

        • Jamie V.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping
          Dec. 4, 2023

          Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping

          Nice little campground below the dam at Smithville Lake

          We tried Smith Fork and liked it. The only downside is that some of the campsites are close together/congested, but that’s not necessarily a big negative. We have Verizon and service was good. Camp hosts were great!

        • Jamie V.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Crow's Creek Campground
          Dec. 4, 2023

          Crow's Creek Campground

          Great Campground near Smithville Lake

          Very nice campground and we’ve stayed here several times without any problems. The hosts are great too. We’ve stayed at sites in Loop C improved which have water and 50amp service. We have Verizon cell service and had no issues.

        • Haley C.
          Camper-submitted photo from Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping
          Nov. 2, 2023

          Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping

          Great campground!

          Campground is great! Camp hosts Janet and Chris went above and beyond making Halloween perfect for our family. Been here several times and they are more than accommodating. Always a clean, safe and organized campground. Can’t wait until next year to see all of the events!

        • JThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Watkins Mill State Park
          Oct. 18, 2023

          Watkins Mill State Park

          Peaceful

          We stayed Sunday-Wednesday and it was very peaceful. Sites are not right on top of each other and it looks like they all have a fire pit and picnic table. There are only a handful of paved spots and you will need leveling blocks on the gravel. Showers and bathrooms are clean and the hosts are very nice. New asphalt roads throughout the park; nice for walking, biking, etc. Be sure to get biscuits & gravy at “The General Store” just down the road from the park entrance.

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          Camper-submitted photo from Riverfront Park Campground
          Oct. 13, 2023

          Riverfront Park Campground

          Great place with awesome hosts

          This is a great little campsite, very clean and friendly. The hosts Curtis and Christina are absolutely awesome people and very good camp hosts!

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          Camper-submitted photo from Perry State Park Campground
          Oct. 9, 2023

          Perry State Park Campground

          Perry state park

          Super easy to pull in and set up. Plenty of spots.Only a few signs with a map so i took a picture on my phone and used that.

          Water on each site which is a luxury.

          Stayed for 2 nights. Easy breezin



        Guide to Rushville

        Camping near Rushville, Missouri, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or a fun-filled adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

        What to do:

        • Explore Weston Bend State Park: This park is great for hiking and enjoying nature. One visitor mentioned, "We will definitely camp here again if we are passing through," highlighting the park's charm and peacefulness.
        • Visit Smithville Lake: Perfect for fishing and boating, Smithville Lake is a local favorite. A camper noted, "Close to Kansas City so it makes a great quick getaway," making it ideal for a short trip.
        • Check out Crow's Creek Campground: Located near Smithville, this spot offers water views and recreational activities. A review stated, "Very nice campground and we’ve stayed here several times without any problems," showcasing its reliability.

        What campers like:

        • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One reviewer at Lewis and Clark State Park Campground said, "The bathrooms have AC and are cleaned with disinfectant daily."
        • Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer ample space between sites. A visitor at Weston Bend State Park Campground remarked, "Lots of space between sites," which adds to the overall experience.
        • Friendly hosts: Campers often mention the welcoming atmosphere. One camper at AOK Campground & RV Park said, "The owners are extremely friendly and helpful."

        What you should know:

        • Limited amenities at some sites: Not all campgrounds have full hookups. A review for Camp Branch Campground noted, "While some amenities are lacking, no full hookups, many with power only."
        • Noise from nearby roads: Some campgrounds are close to highways, which can be noisy. A visitor at AOK Campground & RV Park mentioned, "The only reason it isn't getting 5 stars is the proximity to the freeway."
        • Seasonal closures: Some campgrounds have specific open seasons. For example, Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping is open from April 15 to October 15.

        Tips for camping with families:

        • Choose campgrounds with playgrounds: Look for sites that have kid-friendly amenities. One camper at Lewis and Clark State Park Campground said, "There is a playground," making it easier to keep the little ones entertained.
        • Plan for activities: Bring games and outdoor toys. A family at Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping enjoyed the campground's organized events, saying, "Camp hosts went above and beyond making Halloween perfect for our family."
        • Pack snacks and drinks: Having food on hand can save trips to the store. A camper at Crow's Creek Campground appreciated the convenience, stating, "The hosts are great too."

        Tips from RVers:

        • Check for electric hookups: Many RVers prefer sites with electric service. A review for Basswood Country RV Resort mentioned, "Most of the amenities were closed by the time we arrived," so it's good to confirm availability.
        • Look for spacious sites: RVers enjoy having room to maneuver. A visitor at Beacon RV Park noted, "Owner had to have the neighbors move their vehicles just to be able to back into spot."
        • Be aware of long-term residents: Some campgrounds may have a mix of short-term and long-term residents. A camper at Basswood Country RV Resort observed, "There is a large section of long-term renters."

        Camping near Rushville, Missouri, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With a variety of campgrounds and activities, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your next adventure!

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