Best Equestrian Camping near Tunas, MO

Limited equestrian camping options exist near Tunas, Missouri. Lead Mine Conservation Area provides a primitive camping area with some electric hookups, though no dedicated horse corrals or stalls are listed in their facilities. The camping area features fire rings, and hikers have noted good trail systems that could potentially accommodate horses, though horse-specific amenities are minimal. The formal campground area provides a better spot for overnight stays compared to the dispersed camping location according to visitor feedback.

Nearby alternatives for horse owners include exploring Bennett Springs State Park and the Niangua River area. While most campgrounds in the region like Riverfront Campground and B Berry Farms accommodate tent, RV, and cabin camping, they generally lack specialized equestrian facilities such as horse corrals, wash stations, or designated trailer parking. Horse enthusiasts planning extended stays should contact conservation areas directly regarding their equestrian policies, as trails exist throughout the Ozarks that may permit horseback riding even when campgrounds lack specific horse amenities. Trail access and regulations vary seasonally, particularly at conservation areas and state parks in the region.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Tunas, Missouri (9)

    1. Riverfront Campground and Canoe

    10 Reviews
    Windyville, MO
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 588-3386

    $250 / night

    "It offers direct access to the Niangua River, and it is only a short drive from Bennett Springs State Park, where you can fly fish and pull trout from the river from dawn until dusk.  "

    2. Lead Mine Conservationa Area

    1 Review
    Tunas, MO
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 895-6880

    3. B Berry Farms & Co.

    21 Reviews
    Marshfield, MO
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 933-2046

    $7 - $48 / night

    "Brendan and Teresa are an adotable young couple who are transforming a large area in the midst of Missouri farm country into a small black- and blueberry farm that includes a small RV camp."

    "We rolled in late, close to midnight, and Teresa and Brandon were very accommodating. Set us up with an excellent campsite at the edge of the blueberries."

    4. Froggys River Resort

    10 Reviews
    Falcon, MO
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 765-2930

    $5 - $100 / night

    "Nothing but icadas, crickets and quiet laughter from the camp next to us."

    "I was right next to the river, and the sounds of the water made everything tranquil. There is a ton of space for tents and RVs, and the road in is well paved."

    5. Berry Bend

    4 Reviews
    Warsaw, MO
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (660) 438-3872

    $15 - $40 / night

    "Nice spacious spots, lake views, friendly campers. Great Hosts! Clean and well maintained. Our favorite spot for camping at Truman Lake. Close to boat launch."

    "It’s not nearly as busy as the state park which is awesome!!"

    6. Berry Bend - Harry S. Truman Lake

    2 Reviews
    Warsaw, MO
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (660) 438-7317

    $30 / night

    "Old flood debris in some site next to water. There trying to fix it up but at the time of this review I would recommend long shoal or truman state park."

    "The lake was great, the sites were level and not too close together, shaded and beautiful. I saw my first armadillo too!"

    7. Long Shoal

    3 Reviews
    Harry S. Truman Lake, MO
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (660) 438-7317

    "Steps from the lake. Staff was friendly."

    "Enjoyable stay at this COE campground with plenty of lake views and access.  Sites are level, electric only with easy access to fresh water and dump station as you enter the facility.  "

    8. COE Stockton Lake Hawker Point

    6 Reviews
    Stockton, MO
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 276-7266

    $14 - $20 / night

    "This particular site was just up the hill from the lake and completely private."

    "While Stockton Lake itself brings a lot to the table, with beautiful blue water, cliffs to jump from, and close proximity to town if you are craving some ice cream (I suggest Squeeze Inn), the State Park"

    9. Orleans Trail

    3 Reviews
    Stockton, MO
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 276-6948

    $14 - $160 / night

    "Cheap full hook ups at a nice lakeside campground, they also have a hotel and cabins that are nice getaways. The food at the restaurant is pretty good as well."

    "We had a view of the lake across the road. The bathroom was a several minute walk

    Site D37 across from us had water access and looked really nice."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Tunas, MO

60 Reviews of 9 Tunas Campgrounds


  • A
    Jun. 27, 2022

    B Berry Farms & Co.

    Secluded rustic mini-resort

    Brendan and Teresa are an adotable young couple who are transforming a large area in the midst of Missouri farm country into a small black- and blueberry farm that includes a small RV camp. They also make and sell natural products (soaps, balms, etc.). They have constructed a cute rec house with darts, corn hole, even a little reading nook. There is a swing on the big tree in front of the rec house as well as horseshoe pits. Dispersed around the berry fields are hidden firepit areas for guests to enjoy. And you can pick berries for your breakfast!

    They have built an exquisite shower room with cedar walls and river rock flooring, and there are bathrooms for guests as well.

    Brendan and Teresa could not have been more accommodating. They presented us with a goody bag with s'mores fixings and a sample lip balm from their product line. And Brendan helped us with hose repair parts when our water hose jammed on the reel and we had to cut it off! First rate customer service.

    The drawback for us is that (1) it is FAR from the main highway so not convenient for one-night stays and (2) the one site suitable for large RVs is not very level. We have a 40' Renegade Verona and it took 6 tries to find a place near the hookups where our auto-level would find a good position (no "excessive slope" error).

    Also, we knew from the start there was only 30 amp service and no sewer, so we can't complain about that.

    But for smaller RVs and boondockers, this is a charming getaway for families and anyone who enjoys getting away from it all.

  • M
    Aug. 22, 2021

    B Berry Farms & Co.

    Highly recommend!

    Pitched a tent here in mid August 2021. We rolled in late, close to midnight, and Teresa and Brandon were very accommodating. Set us up with an excellent campsite at the edge of the blueberries. We happened to land on an unseasonably cool night in August. Our campsite was among the trees, but with big open views of the sky. On a clear night you're far enough away from city lights to see lots of stars. We'll be back!

  • Lea B.
    Aug. 16, 2020

    COE Stockton Lake Hawker Point

    Private and Nearly Perfect

    Just got home from a weekend stay at site C19 at Hawker Point COE Park. This particular site was just up the hill from the lake and completely private. The walk to the lake was about 50 yards and a little steep but we managed to carry two kayaks down and up without too much trouble (and we are a middle-aged couple), and it was totally worth the effort because it was as if we had our own private cove.

    The site is very spacious and shaded with plenty of trees for our hammocks and clothesline. Lots of level places for tents. The park attendants were very friendly and helpful.

    C19 has no electricity or water and the closest vault toilet is a good walk down the road. The shower houses were driving distance away. We have a shower tent, so that wasn’t an issue for us.

    We drove through the rest of this park to check out A and B campground loops. A loop consists of full hookup sites and many sit right on the water. Little shade and crowded, but if you like to play on the lake all day these might be for you. B loop had pretty wooded sites but many were not close to the water. C loop is where it’s at!

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 21, 2024

    B Berry Farms & Co.

    Berry-good Time

    Found this place on a whim through Missouri. Was looking for dispersed camping and not much popped up in the area. So campgrounds were next up.

    This place already had a few good reviews, so I called them up. Immediately knew this was going to be the place. Super nice folks, clear communication, and even showed us the grounds upon arrival.

    Lots of amenities for just staying a single night. Everything you need and want in a campground, but not a KOA or Yogi packed site.

    Overall 5/5, cheap, friendly, abundance of things to do, and quiet (when I stayed).

    P.S. Depending on which site you choose… the cost varies, but still cheap. There is lighting, power outlets, tables, fire rings and outdoor grill, along with many other fun child-friendly things.

  • B
    Aug. 3, 2020

    Long Shoal

    Great Campground

    Very clean and nice campground. Steps from the lake. Staff was friendly.

  • Madison R.
    Jul. 21, 2022

    B Berry Farms & Co.

    Such a cute and memorable experience!

    Stayed here on a roadtrip and although it is kinda far from a main highway, it's so worth it. Teresa is such a sweet host and the facilities they have built are beautiful. (The cedar shower smells so good!) We even got to pick a complimentary lip balm and the strawberry shortcake is amazing. Each spot is tucked away and very private, with a firepit, firewood and logs or homemade seats for you. Just keep an eye out and spray for ticks, I found one crawling on my foot while getting ready for bed. Just wish I would've came with berries better in season, I'll have to come back!

  • Jason W.
    Jun. 18, 2021

    Riverfront Campground and Canoe

    Great River Access, Excellent Trout Fishing, Close to Bennett Springs

    We love this campground.  The staff is great and the campground is beautiful.  It offers direct access to the Niangua River, and it is only a short drive from Bennett Springs State Park, where you can fly fish and pull trout from the river from dawn until dusk.  

    The float trips on the Niangua are gorgeous.  I recommend going on a weekday to avoid the crowds.  

    Our most recent trip was in the beginning of June.  It was a little muddy.  Our fall trips to this location were absolutely gorgeous.

  • C
    Apr. 6, 2020

    Orleans Trail

    Camping

    Cheap full hook ups at a nice lakeside campground, they also have a hotel and cabins that are nice getaways. The food at the restaurant is pretty good as well.

  • Hayley G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Orleans Trail

    Private, wooded campground near the lake!

    We stayed in the D loop at site D37. All of the sites in the D loop are more spaced out and wooded than in the other loops. They also don't have electric and the bathroom is a vault toilet. 

    Site D37 was able to fit our two tents comfortably but I don't think there was a flat space to fit a third. It was also pretty overgrown and unkept. So bring lots of bug spray. Site D39 is pretty close and it would work well for a group needing multiple spots. We had a view of the lake across the road. The bathroom was a several minute walk. 

    Site D37 across from us had water access and looked really nice. Other nearby spots D40 was also quite heavily wooded and didn't look like it had much more than one semi-flat spot for a tent. But it was definitely very private! 

    We used the shower houses(which we had to drive to get to) and they were okay. The water wouldn't get hot, but we didn't take ice cold showers. The swim beach was the highlight of this location and very nice!


Guide to Tunas

Horse camping in Missouri offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and equestrian-friendly amenities, making it a great choice for riders and their horses.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • The Riverfront Campground and Canoe provides electric hookups and sanitary dump facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay for both horses and riders.
  • At B Berry Farms & Co., equestrian campers can enjoy spacious sites with picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for relaxing after a day of riding.
  • Lead Mine Conservation Area allows for primitive camping, giving horse owners a chance to connect with nature while being close to their animals.

Equestrian campgrounds include scenic trails

  • The Berry Bend campground is situated near beautiful lake views and offers access to trails that are perfect for horseback riding.
  • Long Shoal features well-maintained paths that lead to stunning lake access, ideal for a day of exploration on horseback.
  • Hawker Point Stockton Lake provides a peaceful environment with ample space for riding and enjoying the natural surroundings.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • Campers at Froggys River Resort can enjoy fishing and canoeing on the Gasconade River after a day of riding.
  • The Orleans Trail offers a sandy swim beach and hiking opportunities, making it a great spot for family activities alongside horse camping.
  • Visitors to Berry Bend - Harry S. Truman Lake can take advantage of boating and fishing, enhancing their outdoor experience while camping with horses.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Tunas, MO is Riverfront Campground and Canoe with a 3.9-star rating from 10 reviews.

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