Canoe rental and float trips on the nearby Meramec River make Stanton-Meramec KOA a convenient base for water activities. The campground sits just off Interstate 44, offering easy highway access for travelers passing through Missouri's Ozark region. Full hookup sites accommodate RVs up to 65 feet, though several reviewers mention the sites feel cramped together with limited spacing between neighbors.
The full hookup area has minimal tree coverage, and campers note that sewer connections sit uncomfortably close to picnic tables and fresh water hookups. Fire pits are not provided at individual RV sites, though community fire areas are available elsewhere in the campground. Justin P. suggests campers "just boondock it for water and sewer and use the power" given the proximity of utilities.
A small dog park provides space for pets, and the campground offers food delivery service from an on-site restaurant during evening hours. The pool area serves as a gathering spot, though availability may vary seasonally. Campers can explore additional places to camp near Stanton or visit nearby Meramec Caverns Natural Campground for different camping experiences.
Reservations are available March through December, with the campground working best as an overnight stop rather than a destination stay.
Fee Info
Adults 21+, Kids 8-20, Free 0-7
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Private CampgroundStanton-Meramec KOA is located in Missouri
Directions
From jct I-44 & CR-W (Stanton exit 230): Go 1 block S on CR-W.
Address
74 Highway W
Stanton, MO 63079
Coordinates
38.27344821 N
91.1025784 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 5/5/26
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- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 5/5/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 5/5/26
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 52 min from St. Louis, MO
- 1 hr 30 min from Jefferson City, MO
- 1 hr 49 min from Columbia, MO
- 1 hr 58 min from Cape Girardeau, MO


