Top Tent Camping near Stover, MO

If you're looking for a place to pitch your tent near Stover, look no further. Find the best tent camping sites near Stover. Each spot offers quick access to one or more of Stover, Missouri's most popular destinations.

Best Tent Sites Near Stover, MO (19)

    Camper-submitted photo from Fiery Fork Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Fiery Fork Conservation Area
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    1. Fiery Fork Conservation Area

    9 Reviews
    23 Photos
    96 Saves

    Visit the Missouri Department of Conservation's website for more information.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Dispersed
    • Picnic Table
    Camper-submitted photo from Bledsoe Ferry
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    2. Bledsoe Ferry

    1 Review
    4 Photos
    5 Saves

    Overview

    Bledsoe Ferry Park sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.

    Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, swimming and boating.

    Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.

    Natural Features:

    Truman Lake lies among rolling hills and rocky bluffs. Dense hardwood forests studded with mature pine trees cover the area.

    Recreation:

    Bledsoe Ferry is an excellent fishing location. Anglers find crappie, largemouth bass and blue and flathead catfish. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.

    The park also offers an excellent location to view "The Dam Experience," a huge annual fireworks display shot from the Truman Dam.

    Facilities:

    This year-round day-use area contains four group picnic shelters. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, drinking water, an accessible boat ramp and fishing dock.

    Nearby Attractions:

    The 950 miles of shoreline around Truman Lake provide plentiful opportunities for fun in the outdoors. Many parks surround the lake, including Harry S. Truman State Park.

    The Harry S. Truman Visitor Center sits atop Kaysinger Bluff and provides a spectacular view of the dam and reservoir. Exhibits provide information about the rich history of the Osage River Valley from pre-civilization to modern day. Waterfowl, bald eagles and turkey vultures are commonly seen from the observation deck.

    • Pets
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo from Farrington City Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Hermitage State Park Campground
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    4. Hermitage State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    3 Photos
    22 Saves

    This recreation area is part of Pomme De Terre Lake

    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Yurts
    • Glamping
    Camper-submitted photo from Scrivner Road Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Scrivner Road Conservation Area
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    Camper-submitted photo from Scrivner Road Conservation Area

    5. Scrivner Road Conservation Area

    1 Review
    20 Photos
    38 Saves

    Visit the Missouri Department of Conservation's website for more information.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Equestrian
    • Dispersed
    • Toilets
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      6. McCubbins Point

      1 Review
      8 Saves
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      • Tent Cabin

      $7 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Rock Bridge Memorial State Park - Educational Scout Camps
      Camper-submitted photo from Rock Bridge Memorial State Park - Educational Scout Camps
      Camper-submitted photo from Rock Bridge Memorial State Park - Educational Scout Camps
      Camper-submitted photo from Rock Bridge Memorial State Park - Educational Scout Camps
      Camper-submitted photo from Rock Bridge Memorial State Park - Educational Scout Camps
      Camper-submitted photo from Rock Bridge Memorial State Park - Educational Scout Camps

      7. Rock Bridge Memorial State Park - Educational Scout Camps

      5 Reviews
      6 Photos
      40 Saves

      Just minutes from Columbia, Rock Bridge Memorial State Park gives visitors the chance to scramble, hike and bicycle through a scenic environment – and lets them peek into Missouri’s underworld. The park contains some of the most popular hiking trails in the state and also offers solitude while hiking in the Gans Creek Wild Area. Visitors can also see a large cave system with its rock bridge, sinkholes, a spring and underground stream at the Devil's Icebox. You can explore Connor's Cave in the light of the opening for a taste of the underground world. Non-profit, educational or Scout groups can take advantage of the special-use area for overnight primitive camping. It features two fire rings, a vault toilet and several picnic tables. There is no water or electricity. The cost is $2 per person, per night. Reservations are required. For more information, call 573-449-7402.

      • Fires
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Picnic Table
      • Toilets
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        8. Osage-Tavern Access

        1 Review
        8 Saves

        Visit the Missouri Department of Conservation's website for more information.

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        • Fires
        • Tents
        • Toilets
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          9. Sterett Creek Marina

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          This recreation area is part of Harry S. Truman Lake

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            10. Harriman Hill Access

            1 Review
            7 Saves

            Visit the Missouri Department of Conservation's website for more information.

            • Pets
            • Fires
            • Tents
            • Toilets
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          Recent Tent Reviews In Stover

          307 Reviews of 19 Stover Campgrounds


          • Aaron R.
            Camper-submitted photo from Lake of the Ozarks Recreation Area
            Sep. 4, 2024

            Lake of the Ozarks Recreation Area

            Very quiet, very pretty, several issues.

            Asked for a lake view cabin. We were the only ones here since it was a weekday after labor day so all cabins were open. I go to check in and it's a long sidewalk between narrow rails. Not at all easy if you are disabled and with my COPD, I had to stop several times. 

            I get cabin 6. If you go here DO NOT GET CABIN 6. It's the only one you can't park in front of as it's down the side of a hill. You must traverse several levels of steps down a steep grade. The office hours are over by now so I hauled what we needed down. 

            The lake view was somewhere past the forest so I'll take their word on that.

            The refrigerator was filthy and we had no hot water. Since it was after hours all we could do is clean the fridge, make supper and wait till 9 in the morning to call maintenance. 

            Maintenance arrives and determine the elements are bad. At about 10:30am they started working. Spent most of our only full day watching them fix the water heater. The maintenance guys were very nice but I'm not leaving my stuff with strangers. 

            So basically, I spent $200 to sit on a deck with acorns falling on us or on the world's most uncomfortable couch as they worked on getting me hot water. Early morning fishing was shot.

            They did say we could now switch cabins but I would need to move our stuff back up Mt Fk-That just to move it again into the new cabin, then back out again tomorrow. 

            It is a lovely area and the people are friendly but they need to do better. Also, warn people that cabin 6 is more cliff side than lake side.

          • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Sparrowfoot
            Sep. 4, 2024

            Sparrowfoot

            Well maintained campground

            Stayed here here for one night in early September during our trip to Wyoming. Paid $10 with interagency senior discount. Stayed in the B Loop. We were one of 5 campers here; camped in a camper van. Our sie, B46, was close to a clean vault toilet (which has tp). Short walk to clean restroom/shower house; this building also has a laundry room. The sites have a level gravel driveway; most sites are back-in. Spacing between sites is okay; no privacy between sites. Even though the campground is along a lake, the sites at B Loop offer no lake views. Hosts seemed friendly. Did not see any hiking opportunities at this loop. There is a path to the lake at the back end of the loop. There is nothing special about this campground, but it is a good, clean, quiet location for an overnight stay. I had excellent T-Mobile 5G service. I would stay here again.

          • J
            Camper-submitted photo from Roberts Bluff Access
            Aug. 3, 2024

            Roberts Bluff Access

            Great Overnight Spot

            Great stop 5 minutes off of I-70! The site has three camp sites available with car pull ins and fire rings. Lots of mosquitoes due to the site being right on the water. Also two cats hang out around the site. No bathroom we could find.

          • Laur H.
            Camper-submitted photo from Lake Ozark RV Park & Campground
            Jul. 28, 2024

            Lake Ozark RV Park & Campground

            Ok

            During our stay at the campground, we found several positive aspects. The pricing was reasonable, the staff was friendly, and the pool was cute. The bathrooms and showers were clean, and the overall environment was pretty quiet and well lit. Additionally, our site was mostly level. However, there were also some drawbacks to our experience. The pond on the property was essentially a large ditch with standing water, which attracted bugs. The distance from our spot to the bath house was quite far, and we were disappointed by the lack of a clear view of the river. While the campground may be enjoyable for longer stays, we found it to be nothing special for a one-night stop during our travels. NOTE- I don’t think the contact info on this listing is correct.

          • Bobby J.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Roberts Bluff Access
            Jun. 26, 2024

            Roberts Bluff Access

            Wonderful Peaceful Stay

            Only 2 miles off of the highway and is perfect for someone just passing by. I’m on my way from St Louis to Denver and it was perfect for one night. Very quiet but still close enough to hear the hum of the interstate traffic. It looked like there were 3 sites with fire rings and all very nice.

          • Kaylen M.
            Camper-submitted photo from Knob Noster State Park
            Jun. 19, 2024

            Knob Noster State Park

            Knob Park

            Nice place, but just didn't care for how much the cops drove threw nonstop, we are camping to get away from people and doesn't make me feel at peace wondering why so many cops always drive thru.

          • Christian D.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Robert's Bluff
            Jun. 8, 2024

            Robert's Bluff

            Quiet and Free

            Don’t mistake this for the RV hookup site at Roberts Bluff. It’s a bit further down the road and called Roberts Bluff Access. You will eventually see signs for a Conservation site.

            There were about 4/5 spots to pull/back into. Its a small space and really close to the river where you can see huge trout and turtles swimming. There is even a boat ramp.

          • Becky M.
            Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Creek RV Park
            May. 27, 2024

            Turkey Creek RV Park

            Awesome location for visiting Branson

            The campground was quiet and low key. No internet available so bring your own or purchase WiFi from their system. Shower house was ok, the smell made me dry heave, smelled like old meat. Small fenced area for dogs to play / go to the bathroom in. No playground for kids. Our site was level, it stormed during our stay but staff was quick to clean up downed trees and regrade the roads. The location was perfect for visiting Branson and its attractions. I got the vibe that it was more of an older generation camping campsite with more long time campers. We’d go back and stay if our focus was the attractions at Branson, not to hangout at the campsite.

          • RThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Roberts Bluff Access
            Apr. 27, 2024

            Roberts Bluff Access

            Quiet overnight stay

            Enjoyed a campfire before a thunderstorm rolled into the area. Ground away from the campsite was a bit muddy and made a mess. No surprises there! Established campfire ring at 2 spots. Another ring farther down in the turnaround beyond the boat launch.

          • Chloe D.
            Camper-submitted photo from Arrow Rock State Historic Site
            Apr. 11, 2024

            Arrow Rock State Historic Site

            Peaceful and clean

            Stayed here overnight and the camphor was very friendly and helped us out. Bathrooms and showers were open, super clean. Peaceful and would definitely stay again to venture into the town

          • Leni K.
            Camper-submitted photo from Wild Turkey Ridge — Harry S Truman State Park
            Apr. 7, 2024

            Wild Turkey Ridge — Harry S Truman State Park

            In The Thick of Nature, Great Tent Camping Off Season

            We came just at the start of season, so we took advantage of a family spot to relax and get some extra privacy. There were maybe 5 other campers in Wild Ridge, and it was a ridge coming in, narrow roads leading into the peninsula.

            Vault toilets were well kept, and well light at night.

            We hiked to check out the other campsites that were also well spaced for privacy.

            There was a desire line down to the lake, with a rocky shore to walk, the beaches themselves a bit wider.

            We had a nice clearing to set up at our location, likely used for a second tent that lended well to privacy.

          • DThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Poague Conservation Area
            Feb. 6, 2024

            Poague Conservation Area

            So much trash

            6 sites in total, all had trash everywhere. A couple sites are big enough for an rv or pull behind. 14 days free in the Poague Conservation area.

          • Nate R.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Roberts Bluff Access
            Nov. 12, 2023

            Roberts Bluff Access

            Nice place next to a shallow river.

            We liked this place. It was a good place for an overnight camp on our travels. No restroom that we could find. No water or power. Camp is free. It has an old boat ramp so you can get down the the river easier, but water was way too low for a boat when I was there in September of 2023. Down a gravel road a few minutes off the highway in some corn field area. There are only a handful of spaces on the grass. So hopefully you get one or someone is willing to share. We had the place to ourselves.

          • DThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Robert's Bluff
            Sep. 13, 2023

            Robert's Bluff

            Awesome spot for getting in late

            Great spot on my road trip west! Put in some miles and didn’t get in until about 2am and this was easy to find and great spots away from the highway but also didn’t have to trek far away

          • B
            Camper-submitted photo from Arrow Rock State Historic Site
            Sep. 5, 2023

            Arrow Rock State Historic Site

            Quiet for Labor Day Weekend

            Park was full. We could only book a basic site (no hook-ups) through the website but the camp host easily upgraded us to a vacant electric site. Great park to bring your dogs! The walk or drive to the historic town literally park of the park was a surprise with a couple of hiking paths making each trip different from the first.

          • R
            Camper-submitted photo from Robert's Bluff
            Sep. 4, 2023

            Robert's Bluff

            Good for over night

            Decided to take my time heading from Southern WA to Southern IN and this is the best dispersed camping I’ve seen on this trip. I’ll definitely stop here again if I’m ever heading down I-70, and hopefully I’ll have my RV with me.

          • BThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Harriman Hill Access
            Sep. 4, 2023

            Harriman Hill Access

            Drug Dealer Area

            Not bad camp spots here, but there are a lot of drug deals going on here. Don't feel very safe at all. Sept 2023. Update... so I woke up to find out that the other campers we saw were actually homeless people. They're were people in the bathroom strung out on something also. Don't camp here!

          • John J.
            Camper-submitted photo from Missouri State Fair RV Park
            Jul. 25, 2023

            Missouri State Fair RV Park

            Worst ever in my opinion

            The security guy will just open the women bathroom door to yell at females instead of waiting at the camp site when there is an issue . Really really creepy

          • Joe G.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Arrow Rock State Historic Site
            Jul. 1, 2023

            Arrow Rock State Historic Site

            Nice camp site.

            Very nice, clean and organized campsite. Sites are spaced further apart for great privacy. Host was pleasant and very friendly. Nice to see him driving through the site checking up on things.

          • D
            Camper-submitted photo from Robert's Bluff
            Jun. 10, 2023

            Robert's Bluff

            Quiet and nice place

            Nice free camping to overnight if you are travelling on your RV, close to the highway but without noise. No toillets. Verizon signal works good.

          • Abby H.
            Camper-submitted photo from Pittsburg Area Campground — Pomme de Terre State Park
            May. 18, 2023

            Pittsburg Area Campground — Pomme de Terre State Park

            First Weekend

            My boyfriend and I stayed here for one night at the beginning of may for our first camping trip together. It was at one of 2 basic tent sites. Ours was just a short walk on a (likely camper-made trail) down to the water. The water seemed clean enough to swim but there was a lot of floating moss and seaweed right along the shore. So we opted to just fish even though we were unsuccessful. There were plenty of trees to hang out hammock, a grill grate over the fire, and a decent amount of shade. There were two flat sites for a tent. We chose one that was slightly more on a slope because it was less rocky. Spotted a few poison ivy plants and 2-3 brown recluses but we’re in their habitat so that is to be expected. Not ideal but not unexpected lol we definitely plan to return!



          Guide to Stover

          Camping near Stover, Missouri, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

          What to do

          • Hiking Trails: Explore the scenic trails at Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "Beautiful campgrounds. Hiking trails. Super showers & toilets. Clean. Friendly staff."
          • Fishing: Head to Bennett Spring State Park Campground for some fishing. A camper shared, "The Niangua River was gorgeous and so fun to swim in (clear all the way to the bottom)."
          • Water Activities: Enjoy the Missouri River at Cooper’s Landing Campgrounds and Marina. One reviewer said, "You may get to see a paddleboat cruising the river. Cooper’s has spectacular sunsets, a boat ramp, dock, trails, bonfires, live music, and a very friendly atmosphere."

          What campers like

          • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A visitor at Arrow Rock State Historic Site Campground noted, "Bathrooms and showers were open, super clean. Peaceful and would definitely stay again."
          • Friendly Staff: Many campers mention the helpfulness of the staff. One camper at Knob Noster State Park Campground said, "The camp host was friendly & helpful."
          • Quiet Atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peacefulness of the sites. A review for Raccoon Ridge — Harry S Truman State Park stated, "The grounds themselves were pretty spotless and well maintained."

          What you should know

          • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Finger Lakes State Park Campground, may have fewer amenities. A camper mentioned, "Basic tent site, potable water was right near our site. Bathrooms were clean."
          • Wildlife: Be prepared for wildlife encounters. A visitor at Pine Ridge Recreation Area warned, "Keep food and bait inside as raccoons rule at night."
          • Ticks and Bugs: During warmer months, ticks can be an issue. One camper at Bennett Spring State Park Campground advised, "Use spray to keep the buggers off!"

          Tips for camping with families

          • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with swimming areas. A family at Raccoon Ridge — Harry S Truman State Park enjoyed, "The campground has its own beach and its own boat launch that are only for campground guests."
          • Spacious Sites: Choose campgrounds with larger sites for family gatherings. A camper at Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground mentioned, "The sites here are very close together, but long-term guests kept their sites nice and well organized."
          • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep everyone entertained. A visitor at Cooper’s Landing Campgrounds and Marina said, "They had beer, food trucks, and music."

          Tips from RVers

          Camping near Stover, Missouri, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking adventure.

          Frequently Asked Questions

          • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Stover, MO?

            According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Stover, MO is Fiery Fork Conservation Area with a 3.9-star rating from 9 reviews.

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