Best Tent Camping near Theodosia, MO

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Best Tent Sites Near Theodosia, MO (21)

    Camper-submitted photo from Drury-Mincy Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Drury-Mincy Conservation Area
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    1. Drury-Mincy Conservation Area

    6 Reviews
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    67 Saves
    Kirbyville, Missouri

    Drury-Mincy Conservation Area is in southern Taney County, southeast of Branson, off of Route J. The area, located in the heart of the White River glade region, was the Conservation Department's first deer refuge. The area is named for early landowner Frank Drury and the settlement of Mincy. The Commission leased the land in 1939, then purchased it in 1987. At present, the area is comprised of 5,599 acres which includes a portion of Bull Shoals Lake managed lands. By the turn of the century, deer numbers had dwindled to the point that Missouri could claim only 14 herds. One of these lived in the Drury-Mincy area. The area was purchased by a private landowner in 1929, who worked with the Department to increase deer numbers. From 1939 through 1959, Drury-Mincy deer were successfully used to restore populations statewide. The Drury-Mincy area, one of three areas that supported flocks of native wild turkeys, provided 300 turkeys for statewide restoration projects during the 1960s. Bluestem glades and post oak woodlands dominated the rolling hills. Mincy, Fox, and Bee creeks meander through stands of wild cane on their way to Bull Shoals Lake. Purple beardtongue, fringetree, and Ashe juniper are among the unusual plants found on the area.

    Primitive camping is permitted in designated camping area only. Campers are limited to 14 consecutive days in a 30-day period. Groups of more than 10 campers are required to obtain a special use permit.

    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Dispersed
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table
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    Camper-submitted photo from Aufderklamm Farm
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    3. Aufderklamm Farm

    1 Review
    4 Photos
    16 Saves
    Greeson Lake, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash

    $25 - $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Rush Campground — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Rush Campground — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Rush Campground — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Rush Campground — Buffalo National River
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    4. Rush Campground — Buffalo National River

    4 Reviews
    21 Photos
    42 Saves
    Cozahome, Arkansas

    Rush Campground is a first come, first serve campground in the lower district of the park. Rush has 12 tent only sites with no electrical amenities and no flush restrooms. Drinking water is available when fees are collected March 15 - November 14. It is free to camp at Rush in the winter. All sites are limited to 6 people per site and each site is $16 per night. This is a pack in/pack out facility, trash collection is not available.

    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Toilets
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from Swan Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Swan Creek
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    Camper-submitted photo from Swan Creek

    5. Swan Creek

    1 Review
    5 Photos
    105 Saves
    Chadwick, Missouri

    Swan Creek is an 8,488 acre area that provides for year-round nonmotorized dispersed recreation use as it is a designated Semi-Primitive Nonmotorized (SPNM) Area. There are approximately 20 miles of moderately used riding, hiking, and mountain bike trails available. Swan Creek itself offers swimming, fishing, and a non-potable water supply. For more detail of the trail visit Map of the Trail System. Trail System Map (printable) and Trail System Map GEO Referenced for use with Map Apps

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
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    Camper-submitted photo from Fall Creek Resort
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    7. Fall Creek Resort

    1 Review
    13 Photos
    1 Save
    Hollister, Missouri
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Trash
    Camper-submitted photo from Noblett Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Noblett Lake
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    Camper-submitted photo from Noblett Lake

    8. Noblett Lake

    3 Reviews
    5 Photos
    3 Saves
    Willow Springs, Missouri

    Overview

    Noblett Lake Picnic Pavilion provides a sheltered place among forests, streams and wildlife, for groups to picnic near Noblett Lake. It is a great location for birding, canoeing and boating.

    Recreation

    Noblett Lake is a popular location for boating, canoeing and fishing. Only electric trolling motors or non-motorized boats are allowed on the lake. Visitors enjoy the day-use picnic area and the Ridge Runner Trail, a 22-mile remote path that loops hikers through the scenic Ozark Mountains.

    Facilities

    The pavilion offers seating for up to 75 people. If over 75 people, a special use permit is required; please contact Tray Hall at 417-967-4194. It is equipped with electricity, tables and grills. There is a vault toilet. Trash collection services are provided. There is no water available; visitors must bring their own. There is no overnight camping allowed in the day use area. Dispersed camping (no amenities provided) is allowed in area across from Noblett Trailhead (old Oak Hill camping area) and below dam (old Sycamore Loop camping area). A parking area for the pavilion and the adjacent trail is available.

    Natural Features

    The pavilion is set in a forest of oak and pine trees, on the Salem Plateau. It is near Noblett Lake and south of the town of Willow Springs.

    Nearby Attractions

    West Plains, Willow Springs, Cabool and Mountain Grove are the closest towns.

    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Trash
    • Drinking Water

    $50 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Dillards Ferry — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Dillards Ferry — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Dillards Ferry — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River

    10. Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River

    2 Reviews
    3 Photos
    2 Saves
    Harriet, Arkansas

    Spring Creek Campground is a first come, first serve campground near Harriet, AR. Spring Creek has 12 tent only sites with no electrical amenities, no flush restrooms, and no water.

    • Tents
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Recent Tent Reviews in Theodosia

601 Reviews of 21 Theodosia Campgrounds


  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Port Of Kimberling Marina & Resort
    Oct. 21, 2024

    Port Of Kimberling Marina & Resort

    Gorgeous Autumn Camping

    Stayed 3 nights. Weekend had a few family gatherings near us, but the weekdays we pretty much had the place to ourselves. Campground is well maintained with beautiful views of Table Rock Lake. We were in upper section (electric only) - the lower section next to the marina has full hookups. There are a few pull-through, but most sites are back-in and long enough for al most any rig.

  • Amanda W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River

    So stressful and loud - really don't recommend camping here

    This campground had the potential to be amazing- it's beautiful, is right next to the river with amazing views of the stars, and has several hikes close by. But the camp hosts and rangers don't enforce any sort of quiet time or people capacity rules. So unfortunately my partner and I had a group of probably 20 people camping next to us. They brought in a DJ car(open the trunk and it had huge speakers and running lights) to bump techno music during the day, and at night they set up a movie projector and large screen and watched horror movies late into the night. It's not serene when there are 8 tents, a crowd of people, and horror movie screaming right beside you all day and night. I even went and talked to the camp hosts but nothing was done. So, I don't recommend this place. Usually I camp to unwind and chill, but I left the weekend more frazzled and exhausted than I came.

  • Wanda S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    Oct. 7, 2024

    Blue Heron Campground

    Beautiful campground!

    You will love this campground.  It's a beautiful rv resort next to the water.  Step out of your rv and you will see some of the most beautiful scenery anywhere in the United States.  Michael is the director of the campground and he is so very helpful and congenial.  We travel to many states but this campground is our very favorite and if you like or love to fish, this is your place!  Go see for yourselves and we will probably see you there!!

    Wanda and Pete Shurow

  • Beth M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mill Creek (missouri)
    Oct. 5, 2024

    Mill Creek (missouri)

    Lovely Lake View

    Everything about this campground is fantastic. The lake surrounds the point, the sites are cleverly designed, the October crowd is quiet and friendly, it's near Branson, strong Verizon signal.

  • Beth M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cobb Ridge
    Oct. 5, 2024

    Cobb Ridge

    Motors Mostly

    This beautiful campground in classic Ozark hardwoods is a haven for things with motors. Bikes, ATVs, gold carts, all manners of off-road thingies, and the louder the better. At the same time, it was clean, folks were respectful, and it was quiet after dark. Enough Verizon signal to get Facebook. Some sites have electricity.

  • Jennifer O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    Oct. 5, 2024

    Blue Heron Campground

    Absolutely beautiful on the White River

    We loved our stay at Blue Heron. We had a riverfront spot and really just came to chill not fish but it’s a fishing location. White river is trout paradise so if you’re an angler this is where it’s at. Campground was SUPER clean. Best level pads and hookups we’ve ever seen. Firewood and ice for sale. Everything was absolutely perfect except the road noise….which in all fairness we knew about. LOTS of noise. It died down after 8pm and before 8am and we couldn’t hear it in our camper so it’s was ok.

  • Shana D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam - Quarry
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Dam - Quarry

    River view

    Decent campground with excellent trout fishing! The campground layout was kinda weird and the dump station was in an odd spot. However, we had a nice river front site that we really enjoyed. Lots of nice people in the campground and on the river. Be sure to visit the hatchery across the street. . Limited AT&T service. Individual Private suite style bathrooms. Playground. No store, no firewood for sale. Level sites. Several sites have covers over the picnic tables. .

  • Chris S.
    Camper-submitted photo from America's Best Campground
    Sep. 24, 2024

    America's Best Campground

    Camping as a family

    This location has been a great place. It is clean and well maintained. The staff is friendly and the area is peaceful. We would recommend this place to anyone looking for a campground in Branson Mo. It is also a short and scenic drive to what ever suites you in Branson.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Branson Treehouse Cabin & RV Park
    Sep. 21, 2024

    Branson Treehouse Cabin & RV Park

    Quiet, Centrally Located, Large Sites

    We really enjoyed our stay here! It was the week after Labor Day and was mostly vacant, making for a quiet stay. Love the amenities for kids! The only reason I give 4 stars is the dog policy— it’s very strict, and there isn’t a dog park type area to let pets off leash to play & get energy out.

  • Shiner T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Harrison RV Park & Campground
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Harrison RV Park & Campground

    convenient and clean

    An update since all other reviews are a couple of years old.    Nothing has changed.  Except I imagine the price!   Accurately depicted above.   A bit of road noise, which comes with the convenience.   Clean.  Friendly.   A bit packed in there as far as the sites go.   Site 42 is empty and looks like a winner to me.   Town has plenty to offer for stocking up on a trip.   We would stay again if passing through.

  • Buddy or Lori M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    Aug. 21, 2024

    Blue Heron Campground

    Blue Heron

    This is our 5-6 year to stay here. Over the years, we have seen so many b improvements to this area.. it’s always a great time. Michael, the host, is just an all around great guy. We are looking forward to our next stay

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Branson Shenanigans RV Park
    Aug. 3, 2024

    Branson Shenanigans RV Park

    Clean and great

    We have stayed with them twice. Spots are strategically placed and surrounded by woods. The owner is very kind and informative guiding you to your spot and helping you park. He will also give his favorite local recommendations for restaurants and attractions. He’s a veteran. Never had any issues with anything.

  • Laur H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Laura Ingalls Wilder RV Park
    Jul. 28, 2024

    Laura Ingalls Wilder RV Park

    Bring the family!!

    Super friendly people, very accommodating. They offered to help us hookup when we arrived, so sweet, and specially since we are new to this. Gave us advice about where to eat around town. The site was nice and shady. The bath house was excellent - very nice showers and bathrooms, very clean, very private. Such a family feel. Very good value for the price! Thanks for an excellent stay. Would stay here again if we ever return to the area.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Table Rock Lake Old Highway 86 Park
    Jun. 25, 2024

    COE Table Rock Lake Old Highway 86 Park

    Tranquil Lakeside Retreat

    Old Highway 86 Campground is situated on a picturesque peninsula on Table Rock Lake, offering stunning morning views. The park is family-friendly, quiet, and meticulously maintained, ensuring a pleasant stay for all visitors. It features a great swimming area that is both safe and enjoyable. The serene environment and cleanliness make it a perfect spot for a relaxing getaway.

  • Wayne J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River
    Jun. 21, 2024

    Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River

    LOTS to do!

    This is our go to get away! If you like canoeing and kayaking… it’s here. Like hiking… plenty of trails. Want to just site by one of the cleanest rivers around and enjoy the Ozarks… this is it. We’ve tent camped and trailered here for more than 15 years.

    The camp grounds are well maintained by the NPS. The showers and restrooms are a bit, um, rustic. Sites can be hit and miss depending on the time of the year. Be sure and view the campsite online and consider the direction of the site. Some get full sun in the morning but most are shaded in the evening due to the mountain. Also, sites on the river side are frequented by raccoons at night and mosquitos depending on the weather.

    I would still pick Buffalo Point as a definite place to stay.

  • Carl S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Tall Pines Campground
    Jun. 7, 2024

    Tall Pines Campground

    Not kid friendly

    This campground promotes child molestation.  Eric Wyatt the park supervisor is a tier 3 child predator.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Point
    Jun. 6, 2024

    Indian Point

    Entertainment for all.

    The park itself is beautiful. Sites are large. Close to everything Branson has to offer.

  • Jodie C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    May. 31, 2024

    Blue Heron Campground

    Excellent!

    We stay at Blue Heron 3-4 times a year and love it! Excellent concrete pads with easy back-in markings for RVs. Great cement patio so there is no mud in case of rain. Each site has its own fire pit and 2 chairs. All the sites are great, but the river sites provide a nice cool breeze off the water!

  • c
    Camper-submitted photo from Into the Woods RV Park
    May. 28, 2024

    Into the Woods RV Park

    Amazing little campground

    We stay here every year during May! Will be back. Clean, family owned campground that is very loved and cared for.

    The bathhouse is clean and new. Homey little campsite.



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