Most campgrounds around Weldon Spring, Missouri sit at elevations between 400-700 feet, positioning them along the transitional zone between the Ozark Highlands and the Missouri River floodplain. The region experiences hot, humid summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F, while spring and fall offer milder conditions with occasional rainfall. Many campgrounds feature limestone bluffs and sandy shores along riverbanks, creating natural terrain variations across relatively small distances.
What to do
Hiking the trails at Klondike Park: This park offers excellent access to scenic trails with varying difficulty levels. "The trails are great, the shower house is really nice, lake is beautiful. Will definitely be back," reports a camper at Klondike Park. The park's location along the Katy Trail provides easy access to longer distance hiking.
Fishing opportunities: Several parks feature well-stocked fishing areas. "There is a nice bathhouse with free showers for the campers and pay laundry. If you are lucky, you can get a site close to the water," notes a visitor to Sundermeier RV Park. The park's proximity to the Missouri River creates varied fishing conditions.
Local brewery visits: Beyond the Trail RV Park offers convenient access to local craft beer options. "Walk 3 minutes away and rent a bike. Want to float the Missouri? They have a canoe outfitter on site. Need a cold beer or hot coffee, it's right next door at the local brew pub and coffee house," mentions a reviewer at Beyond the Trail RV Park.
What campers like
Proximity to urban amenities: Many campers appreciate the convenience of city attractions while still enjoying outdoor settings. "We spent a weekend here because we wanted to be close to six flags. I swear this place was more fun! There's swimming, games, lots of activities and you can go from rustic rent a tent to a really nice cabin with lots amenities!" explains a visitor at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park.
Water recreation options: Multiple parks feature access to lakes, rivers and water activities. "They have paddle boats and bikes and group bikes for rental. Located right next to a lake with a lot of RV and tent camping spots. Kids had a blast riding bikes. Even finding a few little frogs jumping around and fireflies at night," shares a camper about St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park.
Range of accommodation styles: The area offers everything from primitive tent sites to full-service cabins. "Best campsite ever! Even has a shared camp kitchen very clean showers house very spacious some campsites are close together but everyone seemed nice," notes a camper about St. Charles County Klondike Park.
What you should know
Site conditions vary by season: Weather impacts can significantly affect camping experiences. "A few of the campsites will flood, not bad enough to get to your camper, but just enough to be annoying," explains a reviewer at Beyond the Trail RV Park about conditions after heavy rain.
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience noise from nearby roads or facilities. "Being very close, the freeway noise is still present, and you'll find many motorcycles riding by you on their way through the winding roads of Wildwood. It's a nice sight but the noise sucks," mentions a visitor to Greensfelder County Park.
Limited availability: Popular sites book quickly, especially during peak seasons. "Reservations are required and the sites are in high demand," notes a camper about St. Charles County Klondike Park. Most parks recommend booking well in advance for weekend stays during summer months.
Tips for camping with families
Check out educational programs: Several parks offer family-friendly learning activities. "This campground, a City of St Peters park and campground, is as excellent as a campground comes. The park/campground rents paddleboats, kayaks, and canoes in addition to different kinds of bikes," explains a visitor to St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park.
Look for diverse activity options: Parks with multiple recreation types keep children engaged. "This is a very nice park. The spaces are a bit close together and not many trees but I've been to worse. The not many trees is do to it still being a fairly new campground. The lake is nice and they have some spots close to it," shares a camper about St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park.
Plan for wildlife encounters: Children often enjoy the native animal spotting opportunities. "We saw bunnies hopping around and when we first arrived to our site a deer was grazing nearby, such a bonus!" notes a visitor to Cuivre River State Park. Many parks feature seasonal wildlife viewing possibilities.
Tips from RVers
Water and electrical concerns: Always verify hookup configurations before arriving. "Only sites 20-29 have electric and 28 can't be reserved. Site 29 only have 2-20 amp plugs no 30 didn't realized till we parked. Only this one doesn't have 30," advises an RVer at Greensfelder County Park.
Check pad dimensions: Site sizes vary significantly between parks. "The sites are level and clean, and the lady who checked me in was very nice and accommodating. You are a stones throw away from Katy trail which will take you to downtown St. Charles," mentions a camper about Sundermeier RV Park.
Shade availability: Tree coverage impacts RV comfort during hot months. "Very nice park. This is a big busy campground they have plenty of staff to handle the rush. Level concrete sites with FHU will definitely stay here again," reports an RVer at Sundermeier RV Park about the park's management and site quality.
