2 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Cuivre River State Park Campground and St. Charles County Klondike Park offer cabin accommodations within an hour's drive of Warrenton, Missouri. These facilities provide basic amenities including electricity, beds, and picnic tables. Cabins at Meramec Caverns Natural Campground feature private entrances and partial kitchenettes with refrigerators. A visitor commented, "The campground offers several different loops and are spread out well. The best spot is over looking the lake and offers a clear view of the night sky." Jonesburg Gardens Campground has cabin options but receives mixed reviews regarding maintenance and cleanliness.
Rustic cabin rentals are available at several state parks and private campgrounds in the region. Pet policies vary by location, with Cuivre River State Park Campground, Daniel Boone Conservation Area, and Pin Oak RV Park all permitting pets in their cabin facilities. Most locations require advance reservations, particularly during summer months when occupancy rates peak. A camper wrote, "We have been backpack camping here twice and RV camping once. The bathrooms are well maintained and the campsites are fairly large and provide lots of shade." Seasonal availability differs between locations, with some like Meramec State Park Campground operating year-round.
Most cabins provide basic furnishings but typically require guests to bring their own linens, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary widely between properties, from basic fire rings with cooking grates to full kitchenettes with microwaves and refrigerators. Firewood is available for purchase at several locations including Cuivre River State Park and St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park. On-site camp stores at Meramec State Park Campground and Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Resort stock essential provisions, though serious meal preparation requires bringing supplies from Warrenton or nearby communities. Water hookups are available at most cabin sites, but visitors should confirm specific amenities when booking.
"Fire rings with attached rebar grills on a bricked square. Picnic table and lantern post. Small playground near the check in station/camp store. The store is small but will have what you need."
"This park has plenty of trails for all lengths to keep you busy and the camping is spaced out nicely so you are not right on top of each-other."
Available next weekend
from $14 - $36 / night
"Only a couple have picnic tables, but all seemed to have at least a level spot for the tent and a fire ring."
"The main pull-in parking area was completely empty. Has a ton of spots, most with their own fire ring. Some have some shade."
"The nicest spots are the ones by the lake, with only one neighbor and a better view of the lake. The staff are kind and helpful. Water and electric worked fine."
"I've been to 370 Lakeside Park many times to walk around the huge lake and to hear concerts in the summer, but I had never camped there. Still haven't. I'll explain."
from $35 - $60 / night
"Easy to book online even the day of. Choose your spot ahead of time and pull in, easy as that! There are RV & tent sites, bathrooms with hot showers."
"This is just a great park. It is located in a sleepy little winery town. It is just a few minutes from the main part of town with multiple beautiful wineries within a few miles."
from $25 - $58 / night
"He escorted us to our site which was tucked away under some nice trees. Though campground is close to interstate, noise was minimal (I think because of the trees)."
"Showers and bathrooms."
from $25 - $48 / night
"Huge park with tons of amenities and options. Although there is year round Camping, the host on site advised water to each individual site will be turned off end of October for winter."
"It appears to be a typical state park. There are lots of old trees. Sites are pretty close together but it is late October so it is not crowded."
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from $14 - $65 / night
"A nice private catch and release pond, an old little mini golf setup, a small (but adequate) swimming pool kept the kids busy."
"Mini golf, activity room with a pinball machine and pool table. A band played on Saturday night at the pavillion but unfortunately it was very cold and we didn't stay long."
"It is a tough, but short, climb from the trail. You may have to walk up the hill - challenge made :-) . This is a St. Charles County Park and it is well maintained."
"Even has a shared camp kitchen very clean showers house very spacious some campsites are close together but everyone seemed nice. Bring your own wood."
"This is a private campground run by Meramec Caverns. The campground is large and shaded, right on the river. There are hook up sites and tent sites."
"Security patrols around the clock and doesn't put up with any ridiculousness. Campsites available on pavement, gravel for campers and RVs and grass for tents."
from $23 - $38 / night
TravelerIt’s fun to see the animals. I was happy they have an outdoor shower because I needed it when I got here. I’d say the only down side is the animals roam so there is a lot of poop. Wouldn’t want to wander at night.
TravelerPretty dirty from last people. Toilet paper everywhere. But it’s a quiet place to park for the night. Not recommending anything more than parking for the night.
TravelerStaying in tent area with campervan. 26 dollars a night. Good spot. You do hear the highway a bit. Hosts are friendly and helpful. Bathhouse is basic but does the job.
GuideIt appears to be a typical state park. There are lots of old trees. Sites are pretty close together but it is late October so it is not crowded. Each spot has a level gravel spot, electrical hook up (some are 50 and others 30 and ours had a 110 plug in which is what we needed, as well as a picnic table, and a fire pit. There are both pit toilets and a large building that has flush toilets and showers. Everything is old and would benefit from a refresh but it was all clean enough for camping.
ScoutThis is one of the worst state parks I’ve ever visited. The sites are small no water or electricity. Takes 15 minutes from civilization to get there.
TravelerTrails in the area re nice but facilities for this many sites are limited. Sites are close to each other.
TravelerStayed overnight, got a great site next to the pond, escorted to site by friendly staff…..
ScoutGreat place overall. We just needed somewhere over night. Great for Short term or long term. The guys were helpful when we pulled in. Helped us set up.
ScoutTraveling for the first time with our two Bangal cats. Easy to get to from stl area. Clean bathrooms.
Cabin accommodations near Warrenton, Missouri range from rustic to modern with several distinct options within a 45-minute drive. The region's rolling Ozark foothills provide natural terrain for hiking while the proximity to the Missouri and Meramec rivers creates opportunities for water activities. Most cabin rental locations experience four distinct seasons, with summer highs averaging 85-90°F and winter temperatures frequently dropping below freezing.
Kayaking at Lincoln Lake: Cuivre River State Park offers kayak rentals at their small lake where visitors can enjoy calm waters. "This campground has a lake you can rent kayaks for. They have a small store at the check in booth. It also has an accessible fishing dock that is covered," reports Kayla S.
Cave exploration: Meramec Caverns Natural Campground provides access to spectacular underground formations with guided tours. "Do the cave tour it's really cool!" advises Kelly M., who visited in autumn. The cave maintains a constant cool temperature year-round, making it "a nice cool break from the heat" according to Linda S.
Trail hiking: Daniel Boone Conservation Area features secluded paths through native Missouri forest. A visitor noted, "Maps are okay, but not the best. You could easily get an RV or camper around the roads." The area includes stocked fishing ponds with walkable paths, and as Art Z. mentioned, "The grass had been mowed recently so the path around the pond was easily walkable."
Privacy between sites: Cuivre River State Park Campground offers well-spaced camping areas. Maria E. explains, "Our site was fairly spacious and not super close to others which we liked. The sites by the vault toilet looked closer together so I could see that being a cool spot for multiple families or friend groups."
Dark skies for stargazing: St. Charles County Klondike Park provides excellent night sky viewing opportunities in their tent camping area. Jonathan P. enthusiastically reports, "Best campsite ever! Even has a shared camp kitchen very clean showers house very spacious some campsites are close together but everyone seemed nice."
Free primitive camping: Daniel Boone Conservation Area offers no-cost sites with minimal amenities for those seeking a budget option. "There are 10 or so primitive tent sites and an area that will accommodate about a dozen RV's. There are no services here and no hook ups, but it's free," explains Annie C. The conservation area provides fire rings at most sites but limited picnic tables.
Seasonal flooding concerns: Several campgrounds in the region experience periodic closures due to high water. As Randy H. warns about Meramec Caverns Natural Campground, "Sometimes the park closes or they have to evacuate due to the quick rise of the river. Easy fix though, just call ahead to see if they're open."
Cell service varies significantly: Connectivity differs dramatically between locations. At Daniel Boone Conservation Area, "At&t gets decent service" according to Timmy C., while another visitor specified "2 bar LTE Verizon." However, at Meramec State Park, a camper noted, "The cell phone service is virtually non-existent."
Wildlife encounters common: Raccoons and deer frequently visit campsites throughout the region. At Cuivre River State Park, Maria E. advises, "Don't leave anything out at night or raccoons will scavenge, we accidentally left our trash bag hanging (ugh!) but that was our fault."
Kid-friendly activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Resort At Six Flags offers organized children's programs daily. "They host daily kids activities and crafts. A very family friendly campground and would highly recommend if camping with kids!" shares Lindsey R.
Accessible fishing spots: St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park provides easy fishing access appropriate for children. Lindsey C. notes, "This is a great place to kayak and camp if you don't want to drive that far and live in the city."
Cabin rental options: Pin Oak RV Park provides cabin accommodations with family amenities. A visitor explains, "A nice private catch and release pond, an old little mini golf setup, a small (but adequate) swimming pool kept the kids busy. About 45-50 minutes West of downtown STL, it was close enough to do 'city things,' but far enough out that it felt like camping."
Limited shade at newer parks: St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park offers concrete pads but minimal tree cover. Suzie S. explains, "The grounds are clean and pleasant, if a bit sparse with little shade. This will change over the subsequent years, however, as there are many relatively newly planted trees."
Site selection importance: At Meramec State Park Campground, look for level, paved spots. "Great concrete slab sights with River and hiking trails close by!" recommends Hannah S. The campground features both basic and full-hookup options depending on location.
Extended stay discounts: Several campgrounds offer reduced rates for longer bookings. At St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park, "One couple I talked to was camping long term (I think they are permanent RV'ers) and they got a free membership to the St Peter's RecPlex recreation center with their long term spot."
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