RV camping near Tunas, Missouri offers travelers multiple full-hookup options within an hour's drive. The region sits in the northern Ozark highlands, with elevations ranging from 1,100-1,400 feet and weather that can shift rapidly during spring and fall. Most campsites in the area feature gravel pads rather than concrete, with varying degrees of shade depending on the property's tree coverage.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At Fishing Tales Resort, visitors appreciate the proximity to Bennett Spring State Park. "A short distance from Bennett Spring State Park where the beauty and serenity of the area continues!" notes one camper. The resort itself offers a saltwater pool and hot tub seasonally.
Lake activities: Lake Ozarks RV Resort provides convenient access to water recreation. Though this newer facility was still under construction in 2023, it offers a new in-ground pool and is "close to many attractions near the Lake of the Ozarks," according to a visitor who noted the owners were "VERY nice and accommodating."
Miniature golf and recreation: Cross Creek RV Park sits on 70 acres with an 8-acre stocked lake. One camper mentioned appreciating the "mini golf, pool" while another highlighted that "kids love the mini golf, shuffleboard, and basketball." The campground also offers boat rentals, paddle boats, and hiking trails.
What campers like
Private lake access: Campers at Cross Creek RV Park enjoy the "huge private lake great for fishing and watching duck families swim by and come up to you on the grass!" The property includes tent sites on a small island where you can "fish right off the bank of your own private island within minutes of waking up."
Clean facilities: Majestic Oaks RV Park & Campground earns praise for its maintenance standards. "The park is very clean, the employees are friendly and helpful," reports one visitor. Another noted it's "kept very clean" and mentioned "the events around halloween are always so fun for kids and adults alike."
Convenience to attractions: Several parks are strategically located near popular destinations. Osage Beach RV Park's "location is close to the town, restaurants, and the state park," with one visitor noting it's "convenient to a lot of sight-seeing adventures" with "excellent WiFi that had boosters all throughout the campground."
What you should know
Road conditions: Access roads to some campgrounds can be challenging. At Cross Creek RV Park, campers report the "access to camping ground was little difficult. It was gravel road but it was very steep hill (very common in this area)." A recent visitor was more direct: "The road to get in and out of this place is absolutely ridiculous. You can try to go 1mph to avoid potholes or washed out area just to hit the next pothole."
Site spacing: While some parks offer well-spaced sites, others pack RVs more tightly. Majestic Oaks RV Park & Campground was described by one visitor as "really paced in here but they had so many amenities it was crazy." At Cooks RV Motor Park, the layout is described as a "fairly packed parking lot layout," though the "spots are spacious and shaded."
Seasonal considerations: Many parks operate with limited schedules. Cross Creek RV Park is open from "April 15 to November 1," while Osage Beach RV Park runs from "March 27 to November 1." Year-round options include Majestic Oaks RV Park & Campground and Rustic Trails RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Look for enclosed spaces: Families with young children may appreciate campgrounds with defined boundaries. Cooks RV Motor Park is "adjacent to a large field where my dog was able to run to her heart's content," which could work for kids too.
Water features for hot days: Coconuts RV Resort offers multiple swimming options. "The top had 2 pools, shower house, and restroom all new and very NICE!" reports one visitor, adding "The lower pools are big with scenic views of the boats and lake front."
Monitor unsupervised activity: At some resorts, there may be safety concerns with unsupervised children. A Coconuts RV Resort visitor noted: "Only issue was the kids being allowed on golf carts all day and late into the night flying all over both directions. Kids on bikes all night with no lights on bikes or grounds. It's a free for all."
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Some parks require extra work to level your rig. At Rustic Trails RV Park, visitors mention "gravel roads and sites that aren't very level," with one reviewer noting "the sites are very unleveled. The staff is difficult to get ahold of."
Setup assistance: Several campgrounds offer arrival help. At Sidetrack RV Park, the 31 RV sites feature full hookups with 50-amp service. "The location is as good as it gets," notes one camper, who appreciated that "the sites are full hook ups, so no full sewer tanks when you get home!"
Connection quality: WiFi and cellular coverage varies significantly between parks. At Majestic Oaks RV Park & Campground, visitors report "good wifi and cable tv," while Cooks RV Motor Park offers "excellent" hookups and "very clean" bathroom facilities.
