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Best RV Parks & Resorts near Joplin, MO

189 Reviews

Joplin-area RV parks offer concrete pads and gravel sites accommodating various recreational vehicles. Downstream RV Park in Joplin provides water and electric hookups with convenient pull-through spaces located behind the casino. Zans Creekside RV Park features full hookups with 30-amp service and spacious shady sites along Shoal Creek. Big Red Barn RV Park in Carthage maintains 57 sites with 50-amp electrical connections, sewer hookups, and water on level grounds with ample space between sites. Ballard's Campground contains 50 RV spots with both 30 and 50-amp service options across its property. "Clean and well maintained sites are very level with crushed stone pads, good water pressure, and plenty of grass."

Full hookup accessibility varies significantly between properties, with most offering at least water and electric connections. Several parks remain open year-round, including Downstream RV Park which offers free overnight stays with casino membership cards. Big Red Barn RV Park receives particularly strong reviews for its spacious pull-through sites and well-maintained grounds. Many locations accommodate big rigs with easy interstate access, though some parks have tighter spacing between units. Dump stations are available at most locations, with several parks offering on-site sewer connections directly at individual sites. A recent review noted that Ballard's Campground has "large pull-throughs shaded with nice patios" but another visitor cautioned about tight camping spots and uneven terrain requiring careful leveling.

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Best RV Sites Near Joplin, Missouri (92)

    1. Blowing Springs RV Park & Campsites

    20 Reviews
    Bella Vista, AR
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (479) 855-8075

    "There are great hiking trails in wooded hills on either side of the campground. The RV area has dedicated parking spots for each RV with picnic tables and fire pits."

    "My wife and I love cycling on the trails in and around Bentonville."

    2. Downstream RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Joplin, MO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 626-6750

    "Safe. Great for an overnight on our way from Joplin to OK City. $30 for electricity and water. Easy check in and plenty of spots. Also, near the casino if you’re interested."

    "Nice quiet easy to get to off interstate. Pull through spaces. Very clean and well kept. Stay for free if you are a casino card holder."

    3. Camp Mi Casa on the Route RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Carthage, MO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 358-7829

    "The people here are nice and the restrooms/showers/laundry room are very clean!"

    "Want to watch a old time outdoor movie drive in. Its a couple of blocks down the road. They have a pool and pavilion."

    4. Zans Creekside RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Joplin, MO
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 782-0441

    $20 - $40 / night

    "Nice campground close to Joplin, MO. Friendly host, clean campsites, pet friendly."

    "Nice campground friendly staff. Tents and RVs, out house style toilets. Kinda loud being by the road but plenty of nearby places to visit"

    5. Big Red Barn RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Carthage, MO
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 358-2432

    $32 - $68 / night

    "This is a great, friendly campground, off the highway about a mile, so no highway noise. Very pet friendly. Long wide sites that have grass, patios and picnic tables. Open year round!"

    "This park has level, pull-through shaded lots and a quiet location. Our group used the rally barn for meetings, and their fire pit for the evening, which were bonus features."

    6. Ballard's Campground

    3 Reviews
    Diamond, MO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 359-0359

    $35 - $575 / night

    7. Whispering Woods RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Wyandotte, OK
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (918) 666-9200

    "Code for the bath facilities will be provided at that time. Close to the casino and well landscaped. Video is from Nov. of 2020."

    "Free shuttle to the casino if desired. Nice bathhouse and showers. Beautiful view"

    8. Beagle Bay RV Haven Campground

    5 Reviews
    La Russell, MO
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 548-0000

    "Tent area is undeveloped, but the lawn is fairly level, bathrooms and showers are only a short walk away. Nicole showed me to the site and was a wonderful help."

    "Arcade, swimming pool, kids playground and a pond to fish. On top of those they have bathrooms & showers with a sauna in each and a laundry unit which are all very nice!"

    9. Big Shoal RV Country

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    Diamond, MO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 438-3003

    10. Grand Lake O' the Cherokees RV Resort by Rjourney

    5 Reviews
    Butler, OK
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (539) 444-9447

    "We did not have a designated site number but had requested back-in site 90 on the lake or a pull through from 64 to 73."

    "Decent sized campground, full hookups, WiFi is a little spotty, nice view of the lake, plenty of green space for kids or dogs to play, 2 easy trails to walk."

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189 Reviews of 92 Joplin Campgrounds

  • Kim B.
    Sep. 22, 2018

    Big Red Barn RV Park

    Quiet, country, friendly, pets welcome

    This is a great, friendly campground, off the highway about a mile, so no highway noise. Very pet friendly. Long wide sites that have grass, patios and picnic tables. Open year round!

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 30, 2021

    Grand Lake O' the Cherokees RV Resort by Rjourney

    Well Run Campground

    Cedar Oaks is a very easy campground (CG) to find and get into. We did not have a designated site number but had requested back-in site 90 on the lake or a pull through from 64 to 73. We got our first choice and after an easy check-in we were escorted to site 90 and were assisted backing in. This site had a large lawn area due to site 91 being decommissioned because of flooding a while back. We enjoyed a very nice lake view as this site is probably the best site in the park. The site next to us, 89, was very near on our utilities side, but 89 still had some lake view. There is no cable TV here but we got a good variety of OTA channels. We got 3 bars on Verizon and the park WiFi was average for a park this size. There are permanent and seasonal residents here plus dedicated transit/short term areas. Most sites in this CG have a shot to the southern sky if you want to use satellite. There are two small fenced dog areas but plenty of room to walk your dogs. There is also a bathhouse and boat launch plus slips. This was our second stay here and we would stay here again in the future.

  • Dexter I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 22, 2021

    Gopher Valley - Twin Bridges — Grand Lake State Park

    Pleasant RV/Tent campground

    Gopher Valley campground in on of several campground in the Twin Bridges area of Grand Lake State Park.  This campground is fully paved with both full hook up RV camping area, tent camping area and areas that work for both.  Campground have drive through and pull in sites.  Sites all have picnic tables and metal fire rings.  Campground has a large pavilion which can be rented.  The pavilion has a huge BBQ grill.  Campground has a small playground for the kids.  Small restroom with showers is available.  With the exception of the RV pull through sites all the other sites have plenty of grass to set up a tent.  Sites can be reserved.

  • T
    May. 27, 2019

    Peddlers RV Park

    Welcome to Peddlers RV Park

    Peddlers RV Park is nestled on the Mark Twain National Forest just 2 miles north of Roaring River State Park. We are an all breed, dog friendly park. We offer 30/50 amp electric service on all sites along with water and sewer hookups. We also offer free Wi-fi to our guests.

    Other amenities include a gameroom, an 8 swing gazebo with a 6 ft firepit, 11 acres of hiking and onsite laundry facilities. Ice, firewood and snacks are also available for purchase.

    Being a smaller park, we offer a more intimate setting for the discriminating camper. We invite everyone to come visit us and start making memories that will last a lifetime.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2022

    Bernice Area — Grand Lake State Park

    Grand Lake

    Nice quiet campground on Grand Lake. Spots are spacious on back-in concrete pads. Each spot has 50/30/20 power, bbq grill, fire ring, picnic table and light on the power pole. There are flush toilets and hot showers in the bathrooms. Reservations are easily made online. We had a spot near the water with a nice view of the lake. I had good 5G cell reception with Verizon.

  • Carrie C.
    May. 18, 2021

    Zans Creekside RV Park

    Joplin , MO

    Nice campground close to Joplin, MO. Friendly host, clean campsites, pet friendly.

  • Mike H.
    Jul. 18, 2021

    Joplin KOA

    Nice enough

    Clean and well maintained KOA. Friendly personnel. Shaded, pull thru sites as well as back-ins, cabins, and tent sites. Sites are very level with crushed stone pads. Good water pressure. Lots of grass. Patio sites are available. Internet is poor, as typical of most RV parks. Cable tv with about 30 channels. Good stopover park.

  • M
    Oct. 17, 2021

    Stage Stop Campground

    Great little campground!

    Great little campground! Full hookups for reasonable price. Quiet and convenient. Good size sites and easy in/out! Very well maintained. Cute amenity buildings (built to look like old west). Small dog run area. Very cute field area with creek & playground & old rustic farm equipment made into yard decor.

  • Jan S.
    May. 4, 2022

    Big Red Barn RV Park

    Good facilities for groups

    This park has level, pull-through shaded lots and a quiet location. Our group used the rally barn for meetings, and their fire pit for the evening, which were bonus features. The camp host made cinnamon rolls for us on Sunday!

Guide to Joplin

RV camping near Joplin, Missouri offers a variety of well-reviewed parks that cater to different needs, from family-friendly amenities to serene natural settings.

RVers appreciate amenities like electric hookups and clean facilities

Enjoy local attractions like the historic Route 66

  • Camp Mi Casa on the Route RV Park is conveniently located near the iconic Route 66, allowing guests to explore this famous highway.
  • Downstream RV Park provides easy access to local casinos and attractions, making it a fun stop for those looking to try their luck.
  • Whispering Woods RV Park is just a short drive from Joplin and offers a beautiful view, perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Big rigs should check out spacious sites with easy access

  • Judy's Big Red Barn RV Park is big rig friendly, featuring level pull-through sites that make parking a breeze.
  • Hwy 60 RV Park accommodates larger RVs with ample space and convenient access to major highways.
  • Cubby Bears RV Park offers spacious sites and a welcoming atmosphere, ideal for big rigs looking for a comfortable stay.

Frequently Asked Questions

What RV parks are available in Joplin, MO?

Joplin offers several quality RV parks for travelers. Joplin KOA provides well-maintained grounds with shaded pull-through and back-in sites, crushed stone pads, and excellent water pressure. Sites are level with plenty of grass areas. For a quieter option off the highway, Big Red Barn RV Park features long, wide sites with grass, patios, and picnic tables in a peaceful setting away from highway noise. Other nearby options include Downstream RV Park near the casino, Beagle Bay RV Haven Campground, and Stage Stop Campground, all offering full hookups and convenient access to Joplin's attractions.

What amenities do RV campgrounds in Joplin offer?

RV campgrounds around Joplin typically provide essential and comfort amenities to enhance your stay. Downstream RV Park offers electricity and water hookups in a clean, safe environment, perfect for overnight stays. Stage Stop Campground provides full hookups at reasonable prices with good-sized sites for easy entry and exit. The grounds feature a creek, playground, and rustic farm equipment displays. Most area campgrounds include level sites, picnic tables, and WiFi (though connectivity quality varies). Some parks offer additional amenities like fire rings, dog-friendly areas, community gathering spaces, and on-site hosts who provide assistance to campers.

How does Zans Creekside Campground compare to other RV resorts in Joplin?

Zans Creekside RV Park stands out for its proximity to Joplin, friendly hosts, and clean campsites in a pet-friendly environment. While smaller than some alternatives, it offers a more intimate camping experience. By comparison, Grand Lake O' the Cherokees RV Resort by Rjourney (formerly Cedar Oaks) provides lakeside sites with escort service to help with backing in, offering a premium experience for those willing to travel a bit further from Joplin. Another alternative, Peddlers RV Park, is nestled in Mark Twain National Forest with 30/50 amp service, water and sewer hookups, and free WiFi, offering a more nature-immersed setting than Zans.

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