Best Tent Camping near Washburn, MO
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Best Tent Sites Near Washburn, Missouri (13)
2. Mountain View Camping
1 Review•2 PhotosEureka Springs, ArkansasQuite wooded campsites.
Tent cabins and tent camping only.
Canoe trips available from several local outfitters.
Close to historic Eureka Springs.
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- Fires
- Reservable
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- Tent Cabin
- Glamping
$35 - $55 / night
3. Gibson Spring Back Country Site - Fort Crowder Conservation Area
1 Review•11 Photos•17 SavesNeosho, Missouriort Crowder Conservation Area, located in southern Newton County, was once part of the old, World War II Camp Crowder Army Base. The U.S. Army selected the Neosho site for the base because of its proximity to water, railroads, and highways. Visitors to the area can still see foundations, fruit trees, open fields and other remnants of many of the hundreds of small farms purchased by the federal government for the 60,000-acre base. Camp Crowder was named for Judge Advocate General and U.S. Ambassador to Cuba Enoch H. Crowder. Thousands of soldiers went through basic training here before the camp was decommissioned in the mid 1950s, including Mort Walker, who immortalized the Camp as Camp Swampy in his syndicated comic strip, Beetle Bailey. Fort Crowder Conservation Area, encompassing 2,362 acres, is approximately 60 percent forested. Primary species include white, black, post, blackjack and red oaks, hackberry, elm, black cherry, black walnut, and ash. The remainder of the area is open and includes 200 acres of native warm-season grasses, 100 acres of crop fields and 600 acres of fields maintained in an early successional stage. The area hosts various game species, including quail, rabbits and doves in the open areas and large numbers of deer and squirrels. Turkeys have been stocked here and are now present in good numbers. During your visit to Fort Crowder Conservation Area you may view various forest and wildlife improvement projects in progress from the 11 miles of multiuse trails that wind through the area. These trails are open to hiking, biking, and horseback riding.
Area map: https://mdc.mo.gov/sites/default/files/mo_nature/downloads/conservation-areas/6510map.pdf
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- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Alcohol
5. Outdoor Resorts Of The Ozarks
1 Review•8 Photos•4 SavesBlue Eye, Missouri- Pets
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- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
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- Cabins
6. Drury-Mincy Conservation Area
6 Reviews•15 Photos•69 SavesKirbyville, MissouriDrury-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.
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Trash
- Picnic Table
7. Fall Creek Resort
1 Review•13 Photos•1 SaveHollister, Missouri- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Trash
8. Karst Loop Trail Campsites — Hobbs State Park / Conservation Management Area
Be the first to review!•11 SavesGarfield, Arkansas- Fires
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$14 / night
9. Pigeon Roost Primative Campsites — Hobbs State Park / Conservation Management Area
Be the first to review!•1 SaveGarfield, ArkansasThese 5 sites, each with one to four tent pads, a fire ring/grill and a lantern hook, are accessed by hiking approximately 4 miles and are set in a heavily wooded area.
The sites closest to water access are sites 3, 4, and 5.
Campsite 1: One 8x8 tent pad, 4 campers max., the closest site to Beaver Lake, which is visible when leaves are off the trees
Campsite 2: Three 8x8 tent pads, 8 campers max., furthest site from the lake and other campsites
Campsite 3: One 8x8 pad and one 8x12 pad, 8 campers max., the second closest site to Beaver Lake, which is visible when leaves are off the trees
Campsite 4: One 8x8 pad and two 8x10 pads, 8 campers max., close to site 5
Campsite 5: Two 8x8 pads and two 8x10 pads, 8 campers max., close to site 4
Shower facilities are not available at the campsites or anywhere in the park.
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10. Flint Creek
3 Reviews•6 Photos•5 SavesColcord, OklahomaAfter visiting Natural Falls State Park, break out the swimsuits and make a splash at Flint Creek Waterpark. This family-friendly swimming hole offers plenty of cold water to share with a variety of visitors. Guests are welcome to pitch a tent for a few nights or simply pack a picnic lunch at this summer hotspot. Whether swimming all day or dipping your toes in to cool off, please keep in mind that Flint Creek Waterpark has no lifeguards on duty.
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Recent Tent Reviews near Washburn, Missouri
767 Reviews of 13 Washburn Campgrounds
- Mandi R.
Guide
Natural Falls State Park Campground
Scenic Trail
I have only tent camped here, so can’t describe the RV sites. Tent campground was nice and close to a bathhouse. There is no pool or swimming in the falls. The trail to the waterfall is cute and the waterfall is pretty!
Tom K.
Legend
Withrow Springs State Park Campground
Great for Hiking Hobbs/ Visiting Eureka
We have debated staying here for years but with the cost for an RV spot at $30+ per night, we were priced out. However, last fall they opened 10 walk in tent camping spots and we were sold. The cost is the normal amount of around $12 a night for a tent site and each comes with a great spot for the tent, a fire ring, and a table. The campground gets loud but it is always enjoyable. The grounds have hiking trails and a pool. We have never been on the War Eagle River to float as it is only seasonal.
- DDavid B.
Traveler
Echo Hollow - Twin Bridges — Grand Lake State Park
Good for RVs not tent campers
I stayed at twin bridges this past weekend with my wife and our two dogs. Despite nice weather it was less than half full. There aee three distinct areas to camp. One on the east side of HW 137, one on the west side of HW 137, and one south of HW 60. The area south of HW 60 is camper pads and very busy as it is right at the boat ramp. This area also charges a premium rate for its location ($27 with water and electric hook ups). The west side of HW 137 has lake huts ($50-$60ish per night) as well as tent and RV sites. The east side of HW 137 has tent and RV sites as well as the visitor center. Tent sites are $14, with electric $18, and electric and water for $22. You can reserve RV sites online but not tent sites. This area is mostly for RVs. The tent sides are all on a hill side so you cant find flat sites to tent camp and tent camping is poorly marked. We did find an "unimproved camping area" presumably for tent camping but everyone with an RV at the nearby RV sites used it as boat trailer parking. There are bathhouse on each side of HW 137 and we found them to be pretty good for a campground. There is a RV dump station behind the visitor center ($5 to dump, free to camping guests, payable at visitor center or envelope station). If you get in late there are signs instructing you to pay at visitor center the next morning. However these must be old signs as there is an envelope station in front of the visitor center door to register and pay (didnt seem like the visitor center is open much). Noticed a lot of trash around camping area into the wooded area around it. Not a lot to do in the park but plenty of fish and boating areas nearby. Also there are camp grills at each RV/camp spot but no fire pits, although we did notice people have just built camp fires as they see fit (not sure of park policy on this). Overall its a decent enough campground if you are going to be spending all your time on the lake but wouldnt recommend for tent camping or longer RV stays if you are looking for hiking trails and more secluded relaxation.
Dexter I.Legend
Twin Bridges Squirrel Trail Campground — Grand Lake State Park
Tent and RV camp with the squirrels
Squirrel campground is one of the smaller campground at Twin Bridges area of Grand Lake State Park. This campground has both RV and Tent campsites. Most of the sites are tent sites. This campground does have the dump station for the Twin Bridges area of the state park, this is located near the entrance to the campground. Site has restrooms and water and trash service. RV sites are fairly close together, tent spaces are nicely spread apart from each other. ADA site is available. Sites can be reserved.
- Dexter I.Legend
Gopher Valley - Twin Bridges — Grand Lake State Park
Pleasant RV/Tent campground
Gopher Valley campground in on of several campground in the Twin Bridges area of Grand Lake State Park. This campground is fully paved with both full hook up RV camping area, tent camping area and areas that work for both. Campground have drive through and pull in sites. Sites all have picnic tables and metal fire rings. Campground has a large pavilion which can be rented. The pavilion has a huge BBQ grill. Campground has a small playground for the kids. Small restroom with showers is available. With the exception of the RV pull through sites all the other sites have plenty of grass to set up a tent. Sites can be reserved.
Inez W.Guide
Branson KOA
Great location but not for tents
This is one of the largest KOAs I've stayed at and the kampground itself is very nice. The staff were great ands check in was super quick. Also, there's a rugged little trail that goes behind the kampground. It was a great little walk for the dog and I to stretch our legs after our long drive.
The tent sites are all located at the back of the kampground around a circular pavillion. Each tent site has its own water facet, electricity, and fair internet which are somewhat redeeming for the negatives below. It's nice to have a covered picnic table and the lattice provides some privacy from the picnic tables of the other campers. Other than the traffic is very quiet in by 7:30 or so. Everyone seems respectful of each other.
The tent sites are disappointing to me. They're small, close together, and nearer to the highway than makes for a good night's sleep in a tent. That makes them kind of pricey for what you get.
I'm tent camping because I want to be distanced from other people. I put mine up as far to the side as I can go, but I'm still literally only 10 feet from the next tent. Other users mentioned grass on the sites. I haven't seen any grass around and site 5 has only stones on the tent pad. This site also has probably the worst view. It faces out toward one of the kampground roads and is in full view of the street light. The back sites seem darker.
I'd highly recommend this KOA if you're visiting Branson in a trailer or RV. The kabins also look really cute (and there are lots of them!). If I visited here again in a tent, I'd pick one of the two sites that face the woods.
- Dexter I.Legend
Eagle Bluff - Twin Bridges — Grand Lake State Park
Tent camping with covered picnic tables
Eagle Bluff campground has both RV and tent camping spots. Drive in sites have electrical, picnic tables, metal fire rings, BBQ grills and paved parking pads. The nice part of this campground is the undeveloped camping area for those tent campers, the sites while close together have Shelters over most of the sites picnic tables as well as BBQ grills. Sites with electricity have plenty of room for setting up tents. Campground has a new playground for the kids. Rest room has showers as well. Horseshoe pits and a basketball hoop are also available. Sites can be reserved. A Pavilion is available.
Crystal C.Legend
KOA Campground Branson
Smaller camping area
After reading from some this was not equipped for tent campers I would have to beg to differ. The campground is great for those camping in a tent!!
I spoke to someone before checking it out and they were more than welcoming but did mention that the grassy spaces were a bit limited. They did however openly welcome tents!!
The ground without grass does pose a bit more of a challenge should you get one of those spaces but with proper padding it is a great location to visit. The water front is great and they do have a dock to access the water for fishing and an area for launching kayaks which is very nice.
Alex B.Traveler
Beagle Bay RV Haven Campground
Wonderful place to relax
Tent area is undeveloped, but the lawn is fairly level, bathrooms and showers are only a short walk away. Nicole showed me to the site and was a wonderful help. Great spot that most people might pass up because its right next to the highway, but honestly you can barely tell aside from the hum of trucks. Bathrooms are beautiful and clean, 2 toilets, 2 showers and a sauna in each. The place is quiet and seems like a lot of people here are long term residents. We are in a tent on the back lawn by a small fishing lake. Nice playground for younger kids and you cant beat the atmosphere and the birds. Free on-site laundry which I took advantage of when I needed to wash and dry my blanket on a cold night. Unfourtunately no campfire for tent camp sites, but bring a camp stove and you'll be fine. They are actively doing renovations and the office isnt open yet, so you have to call the park manager, Kim, for info and she is wonderful. All the staff is. Kim came by and took my son and 2 other kids on a golf cart ride on the trail behind the lake and they had a blast. We are loving it here and are sad to be leaving after the weekend. Update: I have just been informed they have a Willie Nelson impersonator doing a show here tonight, this place would get 6 stars if I could.
- BBarrett C.Traveler
Roaring River State Park Campground
Beautiful Place
Went tent camping with the family (6 of us ages 1-33) during the offseason. Just a beautiful place. Kids had a blast.
- Vanessa M.Legend
Natural Falls State Park Campground
Super clean and chill
Took a detour on our road trip to visit this park. There are tent sites, RV sites, and yurts available. Tent sites don't have electric and approximately half dont have water. Sites are equipped with fire ring, grill, and concrete tables. The park has some fantastic trails, just get someone taller than you walk ahead to clear the spider webs. There are playgrounds, a volleyball net, horseshoe setups, and paved walking paths.
- Dexter I.Legend
Woody Trail - Twin Bridges — Grand Lake State Park
From Tents to Cabins, this campground has them all.
Woody Trail Campground has lots of options. From walking tent sites with or with out electricity, RV site with hook-ups and even cabins, this campground has something for everyone. All sites are nicely distanced from each other. Campground roads are paved. Sites have picnic tables Metal fire pits, and BBQ grills. Trash service and water as well as flush toilets and showers available. Campground has a large pavilion. Play ground for the kids and horse shoe pits. Tent sites with electricity have covered picnic tables.
- Kim L.Guide
Natural Falls State Park Campground
Beautiful Little Park
We tent camped at this beautiful little park waterfalls are short distance away and there are other trails that are pleasant to hike and fairly easy.
- Michael V.
Scout
Baxter
Great view of lake, lots to do
We stopped in at Baxter Campground for a few days on our way to Rogers. We were at site 18, right on the water. We camp in a tent, so the tent pad was really appreciated, just a little too close to the fire ring. There were plenty of trees with shade, we had plenty of room for a hammock to enjoy the breeze and lake view.
My only complaint is the shower /washrooms were HOT! There were fans there, but wow you take a shower and then sweat as you are getting dressed. Lol
Would stay again
- PPaul F.Traveler
The Creeks Golf & RV Resort
The Creeks Golf and RV Resort
The sites are all paved and have full hookups, no tent camping or motorhomes under 25’. Not much shade, but if you want to golf the course looks good.
- kkiScout
The Farm - Campground & Events
Very quite and clean
The groundskeeper was pleasant. The bathrooms very clean and super cute! So many places to tent camp and the view is amazing! I loved all the art work around as well.
Chris M.TravelerWithrow Springs State Park Campground
On of the best state park campgrounds
This is one of our favorite state parks in Arkansas. Great full hook up sites and tent sites.
- Erin-Frannie R.Guide
Prairie Creek (AR)
Quiet sites on Beaver Lake
We stayed in tent site 107 because it looked the most secluded on the park map. It definitely is the most secluded but the drop-off from the asphalt to the site ranges from 6-12+". Only parking for this site is on the loop. Thankfully it is the only site on the loop so no one needs to drive down there. We enjoyed the privacy and the view of the marina. The swimming area is rocky so take some wet shoes. Will definitely be staying in one of the smaller, level tent sites every time we go back to Bentonville/Rogers.
Micah O.ScoutNatural Falls State Park Campground
Clean, beautiful, and safe
This is my ideal spot for established tent camping. It has a little bit of everything you could ever want plus close enough to town in case something comes up. ✨️
- Erin A.Traveler
Withrow Springs State Park Campground
Nice little spot
We went to this quaint little park for a quick weekend getaway. Two families with kids met up and tent camped in sites next to each other. Clean campground, beautiful dogwoods, cute little spring.
Jewlia T.TravelerKOA Campground Branson
Very cute campsite!
I went with my family to go tent camping here. Nice tent spots that are flat. Ground is somewhat hard to get spikes into and depending on the season, expect rain! The woods behind are non threatening, you don’t really have to worry about animals. Fire pits are great too.
Heather P.
RangerNatural Falls State Park Campground
Where the Red Fern Grows
This State Park is best known for the filming of the movie Where the Red Fern Grows and it's understandable why. The falls and the trails/nature walks are beautiful. Very easy hiking/walking with a nice reward on views of the falls and river/stream.
Now the camping. There is an RV area and a Tent only area. When we arrived (Oct) the RV area was pretty filled up and we prefer less neighbors, plus we were tent camping. So off to the Tent camping area. The sites were nice and level but no real break up/divide between sites. Luckily there was only 2 other Tent campers when we showed up so we chose the opposite side of the area. There were fire rings, grills and cement picnic tables.
There are full facilities and the camp host does a great job keeping them maintained and also checking in on all the campers/RV'rs.
Wendy M.Guide
Blowing Springs RV Park & Campsites
Ozark Gem
I’ll start my review by saying I’ve never pitched my tent in this park but have visited many times. They added tent sites in 2019- they appear to be primitive and include a fire ring. The nice thing is the tent sites are far from the RV sites so no unwanted noises for tenters in the night.
Trails abound in and around blowing springs which connect into the back 40 trail system...you can hike the B40 but remember this is a shared trail and you will come across many mountain bikers enjoying the trails system. There is also a arbortrarium in the park towards the back, a couple caves, and a creek.
If you are in need of snacks etc it’s a quick 2 minute drive to the grocery store / sonic/ Pizza Hut.
Susan H.GuideWithrow Springs State Park Campground
Hidden Gem
This small State Park just outside Huntsville Arkansas has many amenities. Family friendly handicap accesible. I has 30 tent Rv and walk in tent camping. There is a very nice playground for the kids, a swimming pool in the summer months. Campgrounds are very clean clean and have full bathrooms and showers.
Donna H.Ranger
Lake Wedington -- Temporarily CLOSED
Beautiful Lake in the Ozarks
Small clean lake with lots of wildlife and close to Fayetteville. Kayak, canoe, and fishing, with bird watching, RV and tent camping, and day use areas among the trees! Some handicap accessible areas. Improvements and upgrades have been and are being made.
- RichardRanger
Natural Falls State Park Campground
Nice little park with great hiking
Fairly small state park but they have a lot to do. They have 17 tent sites and about 45 RV sites. There are also nice looking yurts you can tent. Our tent site had a picnic table, lantern hook, charcoal grill and a fire ring. Bathrooms were clean and had flush toilets and a shower.
There are 4.5 miles of great hiking trails at the park. You can find some great hidden spots along the river and enjoy the quiet.
Of course, the best part of the park is the 77 foot tall waterfall. The hike to the bottom is fairly steep but there is a sidewalk that takes you to an overlook at the top.
The park has probably the longest disc golf course I’ve ever seen.
Overall, I highly recommend Natural Falls State Park.
- JJustin L.Traveler
Lake Wedington -- Temporarily CLOSED
Very Nice Place
My family and I camped out there it was one of the most beautiful places I have camp. The Redwood and oak trees made me feel like I was back in California a bit but the lake was so clear that Clearlake would not be able to compare there is excellent bass fishing Largemouth and supposably small mouth, bluegill,crappie, and of course carp. Theyre everywhere! There is a swimming area which is very nice and away from the tent sites which is great because it lessons temptation 4 people doing wrong. There were showers and bathrooms that are kept as clean as an out door bathroom can be and running water there are tent sites, rv sites, and sites with electricity. Over all i would recomend lake weddington
Guide to Washburn
Tent camping near Washburn, Missouri offers a blend of serene nature and outdoor adventure, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Affordable Tent Camping Options
- Prices for tent camping can range from $0 for free sites to around $40 per night, depending on the amenities offered.
- At Gibson Spring Back Country Site - Fort Crowder Conservation Area, you can enjoy a free camping experience with picnic tables and a nearby spring for water.
- Mountain View Camping offers a well-reviewed experience with amenities like showers and firewood for a fee of around $40.
Outdoor Activities to Enjoy
- Explore the multi-use trails at Gibson Spring Back Country Site - Fort Crowder Conservation Area, perfect for hiking, biking, and horseback riding.
- At Holiday Island Camp Ground, you can take a scenic walk down to Table Rock Lake, although swimming may require a short drive to a better beach.
- Big Bay is ideal for primitive camping, with opportunities for fishing and kayaking right from your campsite.
Local Attractions and Scenic Spots
- Just a short drive from Holiday Island Camp Ground, Eureka Springs offers charming shops and restaurants to explore.
- Fall Creek Resort is located near Branson, providing access to entertainment and outdoor activities along the river.
- The natural beauty of Hobbs State Park is accessible from the Karst Loop Trail Campsites, where you can hike and enjoy the diverse wildlife.
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