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Arrowhead Point RV Park & Cabins Campground welcomes pets at 38 sites across their property in Osceola, about 30 minutes from Walker. This established campground offers full hookups with both 30 and 50 amp service for RVs alongside cabin options for those seeking more shelter. The park maintains level sites with consistent maintenance and cleanliness according to visitors. Each site includes a picnic table, and the campground features showers, toilets, and a dump station for longer stays. The quiet setting provides a relaxing atmosphere for pets and their owners without breed or size restrictions. Visitors note the owners are exceptionally helpful, often addressing reservation needs or making accommodations for larger rigs.
Several pet-friendly camping options exist within driving distance of Walker. Deer Run RV Park & Campground in Appleton City allows pets and provides a small stock pond where visitors can fish while dogs enjoy walking paths around the water. Osage Prairie RV Park in Nevada permits pets at their 46 sites with full hookups, though highway noise can be disruptive for sensitive animals. For those seeking more natural surroundings, Montrose Missouri Conservation Area offers free dispersed camping with pets allowed in a more primitive setting with vault toilets but no hookups. Kimmy's At Caplinger receives consistent praise for pet-friendly trails and maintained walking paths where campers can exercise their dogs. The park requires leashes in common areas but provides ample space for pets to explore safely.
from $35 / night
Check Availability"Definitely off the beaten path but full hookups for $15 per night. No T-Mobile service. Kinda backwoods and could definitely use some updating but pleasant all the same."
"If the pond on site is not big enough Stockton Lake is just minutes away or maybe you enjoy kayaking the Sac River is very close as well. Shuttle service is right up the road if needed. "
"From walking the trails, kayaking, camp fires, swings & play sets for the kids to enjoying the beautiful scenery. They have just about everything you need in the little store/welcome center."
from $40 - $50 / night
Check Availability"I read about the black cat that was found there in the other review. It was still there when we camped in late December and quite hungry. Very friendly and needing love."
"There is a super sweet local cat who befriended me here and made my visit so much better. I had some mechanical issues with my car and Kampground Kittah tried to help. 🤣 Bathrooms were fine."
"It usually has few campers but alot of activities and so close to town it feels very safe day or night."
"This place is a small park that has lots of hiking trails it is five dollars for tents $10 for RVs with electric the bathrooms are Porta potty but for five dollars you can fish and you can have a campfire"
from $45 - $55 / night
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GuideSuper helpful staff for late check-ins. It is a good RV campsite when you are on the move and need a place to stay near the the high way (a bit noisy with traffic) and traveling with a pet. They have a place for dogs to play.
TravelerKimmy’s is amazing! Always friendly and clean. Lots of activities for any outdoor adventures. Hiking kayaking swimming and lots of laughs come with Kimmy’s crew. They go out of their way to make your stay wonderful! If the pond on site is not big enough Stockton Lake is just minutes away or maybe you enjoy kayaking the Sac River is very close as well. Shuttle service is right up the road if needed. Keep your eyes peeled you may just find a message rock or two. We frequent Kimmy’s several times each summer and by far our absolute favorite campground in Missouri. And they are pet friendly too!
GuideCampsites accommodate up to 20 people. There are toilet facilities as well as a place to get water. Unfortunately, no pets are allowed. =[
LegendWe read raving campground (CG) reviews on Osage Prairie, especially how nice the owners were. Based on reviews, we decided to spend three nights here to break up our way south for our annual RV maintenance appointment. Check in was easy and the lady was very friendly with a sense of humor. We were then escorted to pull through site 14 with FHUs. The way the long pull throughs work is that another trailer can back up to you. It was nice that the utilities and picnic tables were on opposite sides. We were told we probably would not get anyone in behind us. About 30 minutes after arrival, a small trailer came in without reservations and was placed right up behind us. We concur that the lady owner who checked us in was very nice. The other owner who escorted us to our site was, in our opinion, a little on the sarcastic side, especially after we had cut our turn on their grass getting into our site. This CG is an A-Typical overnighter where they cram you in. The park filled up every night after our Thursday arrival but we do realize they are in the business of making money. Good news is there were grass areas between sites so you can get slides and awnings out. WiFi was below average for a CG this size. No cable or OTA but after moving our satellite dish around to avoid trees we got it to connect. We got three bars on Verizon. The park is convenient to get on/off I-49 (exits 203 and 202A are both fine) but you’re going to get highway noise day and night. The CG is about 1/2 short termers and 1/2 long timers, and several of the long timer rigs gave the CG that “trailer park” look. I picked up numerous cigar and cigarette butts off our site to include trash in the little grill. We did not enjoy the older Dodge diesel trucks starting up at 5:00 AM to head out to work or wherever they were going. On a more positive side, they have a nice stable with one horse, which you can pet but not feed or ride (guess someone tried to ride him once upon a time). Shower and laundry facility looked clean. They have a little gift shop in the office containing a few camping supplies and leather goods. Again, from previous camper reviews, we thought Nevada (Nee-vay-dah) would be worth touring around but we were not impressed. We grocery shopped at Woods and Walmart and both were on the low side of okay. Our final “not impressed” came when we saw long timers letting their dogs do #2 in the tent area and not pick it up. Then they locked their 3 dogs in their trailer and left early Saturday and had not returned by the time we left the following Monday morning. Their poor dogs barked on and off all day and night. We informed the owner and he said he had told them in the past to not do that anymore. This place is definitely about the frosting, not the cake. We should have just stayed one night and moved on, but we stayed too long and experienced too much. We won’t be back.
ScoutIt was quiet. We enjoyed our stay. I read about the black cat that was found there in the other review. It was still there when we camped in late December and quite hungry. Very friendly and needing love. We brought him home with us and he is the most amazing cat. Took a while to get litter trained but I’m glad we opened up our home to him before the bad weather got here. Thanks to this site, we found our new family member! Thanks to whoever posted.
RangerLess amenities than other near by State Parks, no playgrounds mainly and the sites aren't too close to the lake. Power only, so be prepared for that if you are looking for hook-ups. Overall, you can't beat Missouri state parks for beauty, cost and availability of trails to hike! Enjoying our stay here!
GuideThere is a super sweet local cat who befriended me here and made my visit so much better. I had some mechanical issues with my car and Kampground Kittah tried to help. 🤣
Bathrooms were fine. It’s free camping so it was great that there were bathrooms at all.
One of the locals stopped by my site to look for arrowheads. Apparently, she has found a lot in the area so that’s a good activity if the kids are bored.
If you’re looking for a good wine, you can find some at the local auto parts store. I am not kidding! I think it’s Rick’s Auto Parts and their liquor is priced very reasonably. 😄 If your car’s broken down and you can’t drive, I guess you might as well drink and Rick’s there to help you out with both. 🤣
TravelerI think it’s probably the most underrated park in the area. It’s absolutely beautiful. 45 minutes from Joplin, Missouri. Limited camp sites but the sites are spacious w/ tables, pit, bathroom facilIty a short walk away with a creek nearby. Peaceful as can be.
GuideOur first camping adventure in the popup took us to Pomme de Terre State Park on Father’s Day of 2017. Pomme de Terre State Park is one State Park that is two completely separate campgrounds, split in half by Pomme de Terre lake. When booking pay attention to whether you are on the Hermitage side or the Pittsburgh side. Each campground has it’s own camp store, swim beach, boat launch, and sanitary disposal station.
We have camped three separate times at Pomme de Terre with all three campsites being in the 400 loop on the Pittsburgh side. This loop has been chosen due to its proximity to the bathrooms and the playground, these are key when having a 4-year-old. This loop is located in the woods with nice spacing between sites. Each site comes with a fire ring and covered picnic table. I will warn you that some of the sites on the left when you first pull into the loop are on an incline, so bring plenty of leveling pads with you if you have a trailer. If you are wanting to be close to the water this loop is not the one you will want to reserve. I would look more in the 300 loop, though those sites are gravel in case that is an issue for you, or look at the Hermitage side. The bathroom and shower house located at the entrance to loop 400 are some of the nicest that we have experience while staying in a state park. They are clean and well maintained. Located throughout the loops are vault toilets if you choose a site farther away from the main bathroom.
We enjoy the campground and marina on the Pittsburgh side. The marina is stocked with some camp essentials as well as a café for a quick bite. They also have boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddle boards for rent, for a list a prices here is the Marina’s website www.mofunparks.com. This is one of our son’s favorite stops on the trip, they have a nice selection of ice cream. The size of the marina is not large, and if it is busy the inside can be very cramped. We do prefer the swim beach on the Hermitage side it is located along a peninsula with ample room on busy days, as opposed to the Pittsburgh swim beach that is located in a cove without as much space.
When traveling between the two state parks you will travel through Hermitage, Missouri. They have a Dollar General, gas station, and some restaurants. I cannot speak for the restaurants, but we have used the Dollar General for supplies that did not make the trip. Located at the junction of Hwy 64 and Hwy 64B, just outside of the Pittsburgh side of the park, you will find an old building directly across from White’s Marine Center that is selling camp wood. The person that sells the wood will be out there sometimes, but if they are not, there is drop box mounted to one of the poles to leave money in. I was able to purchase a wheelbarrow load for $8.00, which is a much better deal than the small bundle they sell in the park for $5.00.
Pomme de Terre State Park has become a family favorite campground. We will be making a voyage here every year to continue exploring.
The Walker, Missouri area sits at approximately 925 feet above sea level in west-central Missouri, characterized by rolling hills, small lakes, and prairie remnants. The climate features warm summers with temperatures often reaching 90°F, while winter nights can drop below freezing. Spring camping offers the best wildlife viewing as migratory birds return to the region's wetlands.
Fishing at local ponds: Deer Run RV Park & Campground maintains a small stock pond where visitors can fish while pets walk the paths. "We are a quite campground with a small stock pond and a shower house for men and women. We also have a laundry facility and a clubhouse," notes Denise D.
Wildlife viewing: Visit Prairie State Park Campground to see free-roaming bison herds in their natural habitat. "If you are interested in bison sightings, this is the park for you," explains Deborah C. Hanna T. adds, "My parents visited once and ended up on the road for about an hour while an entire herd of bison meandered across the road around their vehicle!"
Stargazing: The rural setting around Walker provides minimal light pollution for night sky viewing. "Good for star gazing. Two sites have a paved pad and two do not...depends what you're looking for," writes Wendy M. about the primitive sites at Prairie State Park Campground.
Quiet, spacious sites: Campers appreciate the privacy at many campgrounds near Walker. "We had a very nice quiet relaxing weekend," explains Jason C. about his stay at Arrowhead Point RV Park & Cabins Campground. Another reviewer, James H., notes it's "Off the beaten path, quiet, we love it!"
Pet-friendly trails: Many campers appreciate the walking paths available for exercising dogs. "The trails they maintain for their guests are top notch," says Kayla T. about Kimmys At Caplinger. Another camper adds, "Lots of activities for any outdoor adventures. Hiking kayaking swimming and lots of laughs come with Kimmy's crew."
Helpful camp hosts: Responsive site management ranks high in camper satisfaction. Alana R. mentions, "We had reserved a spot that would have been too small for our rig. Owner had already caught my mistake on check in and moved us to a better spot." Another guest states, "Once parked and hooked up, we were visited once more by the owner to see if anything else was needed."
Seasonal closures: Some sites restrict camping during hunting season. "There is no camping allowed after October 15 due to hunting season. This was not on the website and was not seeable in dust when arriving late on a small sign in the bushes," warns Leni K. about Montrose Missouri Conservation Area Dispersed Camping.
Noise considerations: Highway proximity affects some campgrounds. "Next to busy highway and trains," notes Kevin L. about Osage Prairie RV Park, giving it just 2 stars. Another reviewer explains, "The park is convenient to get on/off I-49 but you're going to get highway noise day and night."
Bathroom facilities vary widely: While some parks maintain clean facilities, others are more rustic. "Vault toilets were absolutely disgusting, thankfully we brought our own toilet paper," reports one camper. Another notes, "The pit toilet was really gross, but there was toilet paper."
Playground access: Look for sites with dedicated play areas for children. "Has 2 club houses with large grills and 3 cabins also," mentions Jason C. about Arrowhead Point RV Park. Kimmy's offers "swings & play sets for the kids" according to Belinda O.
Water activities: Crabtree Cove provides lake access perfect for family swimming. "If you get back in a cove it was great for swimming and calm. Best time is in the early morning before the lake gets rough," advises Phillip G. "Nice path down to the lake with some seating area to put your feet in the water."
Educational opportunities: Prairie State Park offers wildlife learning experiences. "The nature center is small but they have two bison, a coyote, and many other learning opportunities inside," shares Wendy M. Kids can also search for artifacts as one reviewer notes, "One of the locals stopped by my site to look for arrowheads. Apparently, she has found a lot in the area."
Site leveling needs: Many campsites require adjustment. "Needed two blocks to level," mentions James G. about his experience at Osage Prairie RV Park. "The sites are not level and need either more gravel or concrete," notes Neil S. about Gunn Park.
Size restrictions: Big rigs may face challenges at certain campgrounds. "Some short sites, some longer, make sure to ask for longer," advises James G. Another reviewer recommends, "Shady spots, #22 is best" for larger rigs at Arrowhead Point.
Affordable hookup options: For pet-friendly camping near Walker, Missouri, budget-conscious RVers have options. "For an overnight stay, this is a nice campground. Long pull-thrus with full hookups," says Jim W. Deer Run RV Park provides "a great value for your $. Definitely off the beaten path but full hookups for $15 per night."
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