Old-fashioned camping isn’t for everyone. Sleeping on the hard ground. Dealing with bugs. Unexpected rain. For some it’s heavenly; others would rather avoid such a rustic adventure. However, if you love the idea of quiet time among nature, roasting marshmallows and stargazing, you’ve got a pretty good shot of falling in love with glamping. These yurt campgrounds in Missouri are a wonderfully unique way to spend a night or two.

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What are your favorite campgrounds in Missouri for glamping? Let us know in the comments! For another glamping adventure, take a peek at Camp Long Creek in Ridgedale.

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What are the best campgrounds in Missouri?

There are so many wonderful campgrounds in Missouri. Whether you're into primitive camping, backcountry camping, glamping, tent camping, or a little bit of everything, the following are among the best all-around places for camping in Missouri:

  • Sam A. Baker State Park – Patterson. Go camping any time of the year at Sam A. Baker State Park. It features one seasonal campground, one year-round campground, and an equestrian campground, the latter of which is open from March 1 through November 30. The beautiful state park offers a full list of activities – hiking, biking, horseback riding, and swimming during the summer
  • Echo Bluff State Park – Eminence. Enjoy the splendor of Echo Bluff State Park all year around by staying at its campground or booking a room in its lodge. Unlike some state parks, the restrooms and shower house remain open all year around.
  • Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park – Middle Brook. One of our all-time favorite places for camping in MO, all four of the campsites at Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park are open all-year around. However, only one – Loop 3 – has a shower house and restrooms that remain open all year. Pitch a tent or park your RV. The loop 1 campground is an equestrian campground if you decide to bring your horse along. Read more about this popular Missouri state park in our previous article.
  • Roaring River State Park – Cassville. Roaring River State Park offers three campgrounds – two are open from February 25 through October 31 annually while the third, the family campground, is open all year. Both the accessible restroom and shower house are open all year at the family campground. No matter what time of the year you visit, bring your hiking boots. The best way to explore this popular Missouri state park is on its seven hiking trails. Find out why Roaring River State Park is the perfect place to watch bald eagles in Missouri -- what a fun addition to your camping trip!
  • Wakonda State Park – La Grange. Boasting a 20,000-square foot sandy beach, Wakonda State Park is a popular destination all year around. However, if you want to avoid the crowds, visit during the off-season. Its two campgrounds – Boulder Lake Campground and Wakonda Lake Campground – are open all year around. Get a glimpse at why Wakonda State Park is an unforgettable Missouri destination.

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