Lake Camping in Joplin, Missouri, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2025

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Joplin

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Pea Ridge Bike Camp

21 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Pea Ridge, AR

*** PLEASE NOTE !!! ***The Pea Ridge Bike Camp will be closed throughout the winter months from DECEMBER 1st THRU FEBRUARY 28th. Reservations will remain open for booking campsites for 2025 and our rates will remain the same.*** The Pea Ridge Bike Camp has primitive campsites available for visitors to Northwest Arkansas and can accommodate tent campers, campervans, small and large campers and RVs. Even smaller Class A motorhomes (length isn't an issue but weight on a grassy field might be a concern should it rain heavily) We offer large, spacious campsites along with firepits, free firewood and large cable spool tables at each campsite. Potable water, outside sinks, an outside shower, 3 large ADA portable toilets (1 in front and 2 in back), and trash bins are centrally located to most of the areas. There is a large in-ground community firepit, a large canopy, 4 picnic tables on the property, a propane barbecue grill, a bike wash station, 2 hammocks on frames and a vintage phone booth (with phone charging capabilities, visitor information and trail maps) onsite. We are currently providing free firewood for each firepit. Pea Ridge Bike Camp is about 7 miles to downtown Bentonville and only 5 miles from Exit 88 and I-49. We are located n the country, yet only 1/8 mile to state highway 72. Restaurants, food trucks, groceries, banking and laundry facilities are only 2 miles away in Pea Ridge. Pea Ridge Bike Camp is located 5 miles northeast of Bentonville and most of the bike trails are on the north side of Bentonville. The gravel trails run right in front of Pea Ridge Bike Camp on Blue Jay Rd. This is a place where you can be very close to everything Northwest Arkansas has to offer and while still being in the country. A peaceful place that you can easily return to after exploring many of the popular bicycling and hiking trails in the area, visiting Crystal Bridges or other local museums, or attending one of the many events, such as Bikefest, Bikes, Blues, and Barbecue, the annual craft fairs, or performances at the Walmart Amp or the Momentary. We are also close to Eureka Springs and Beaver Lake. We welcome you to stay at the Pea Ridge Bike Camp. We do offer group camping and the dispersed campsite locations are only a suggestion. All dispersed camping locations are flexible upon arrival. We will allow low-noise generators to be used, but have limited them to the dispersed sites in order to better accommodate all of our guests. * We do require you to book into a dispersed campsite in order to use a generator. ** Please let us know If you are planning to use a generator. We will try to accommodate those wishing to use them and those that do not want to be around them. Please call with any questions or concerns. Since our intention is to provide camping space for visitors to the area, we have limited the length-of-stay to 10 days. If you are a VISITOR to the area looking to stay for more than 10 days please notify me and I can lift the length-of-stay limit for you.

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Roaring River Campground

11 sites · Lodging10 acres · Cassville, MO

Roaring River Hills Campground is conveniently located off Highway 112 just three miles north of the entrance to Roaring River State Park. We are a family-oriented campground that offers a quiet and relaxing stay with great customer service. We offer multiple glamping tent rentals which are perfect for families, friends, and couples to enjoy the outdoors. We are perfectly located for guests to fish, hike, boat, swim, explore, or just relax. Whatever you choose you can’t beat our location, you are within a short distance to all the recreational activities the area has to offer. Our campground is only 15 minutes to Table Rock Lake, 35 miles to Eureka Springs, and 45 miles to Branson, Missouri. There is something for the whole family. You are sure to enjoy your stay at Roaring River Hills Campground and Cabins. Please feel free to purchase the following add-ons if you are interested! This will certainly enrich your experience at Roaring River. You can purchase in the check-out page on the booking channel: * Couples Campfire Package: which includes four s'mores, two hot chocolates, roasting sticks, firewood bundle, fire starter, and matches * Family Campfire Package: which includes eight s'mores, four hot chocolates, roasting sticks, firewood bundle, fire starter, and matches * Romantic Wine and Roses Package: includes a bottle of wine, two glasses, a vase of roses and petals on the bed for a romantic stay. On site there is a community room where guests can play games. We also have horseshoes and corn hole on the campground. There are endless outdoor activities to do within the area which include hiking, fishing, boating, and exploring the beautiful mountains of the Ozarks. Please check-in at the office. From here we can welcome you to the property, show you where your tent is located, and can purchase firewood or supplies if needed.

The Sims Family Farm in the Ozarks

8 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Miller, MO

We have spent years here at our farm getting it to a picturesque park like setting. Situated on just 30 acres you will get to interact with some of the friendliest and lovable farm animals around such as the miniature donkey, free range chickens and ducks, and even some goats. The livestock on the farm can vary from time to time. The beautiful stary nights are simply spectacular along with seeing the fireflies at certain times of the year as well as getting to see some of the majestic wildlife that like to call our property theirs. We have seen an abundance of deer, some turkey, raccoons, squirrels, rabbits, and the occasional coyote and bobcat and lots of birds including an occasional visit from a bald eagle. We are just minutes away from Robert E. Talbot conservation area where there are lots of trails to enjoy. We are only a few miles from a small airport that offers skydiving on the weekends seasonally. Springfield is about 30 minutes away, Branson is about an hour away and is a well known tourist location with some shows including some of America's Got Talent runners up and many other shows. We are only a couple minutes away from old Route 66 where there are a lot of neat little places that commemorate Route 66. We are nestled just a short 25 minute drive from Stockton lake where there is some amazing fishing. If you are looking to get back to nature and enjoy what mother nature has provided this is the place for you.

HIllside Escape At Grand Lake

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Drowning Creek, OK

Pitch your tent in the open grass or under one of the trees for shade. Have a picnic at the table. At dusk start a camp fire in the firepit make some s'mores. Enjoy a 1/2 mile walk down to Grand Lake O' the Cherokees. Go for a swim at the public beach or take a drive over to little blue state park. Bring your boat use the public ramp right beside Lakemont Marina, go fishing take in the beauty of the lake. Are you into off roading the town of Disney is just 8 miles away with some of the best off road trails in the state of Oklahoma or head over to Mid America Outdoors to watch world class offroad racing & trails (Mid America Outdoors is only during events)

Grand Lake Adventure Properties

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Afton, OK

This property is nestled in a wooded area on one side and gorgeous view of Grand Lake on the other side with over 1000 feet of shoreline. Quiet surroundings and Oklahoma wildlife. Full RV hookups with a concrete pad. $40 Fire pit. Charcoal Grill. Occasionally offering the back deck of the next door vacation rental. Also there are times when we can offer the fenced in doggie yard. Gift shop on site.

Leaning Tree Woods

1 site · Tent20 acres · Jay, OK

Escape the hustle and bustle and immerse yourself in nature at our remote camping spot nestled in the woods. Whether you're a bird watcher, artist seeking inspiration, or simply craving tranquility, this is the perfect retreat. Listen to the gentle rustle of the wind through the trees and embrace the serenity of the surroundings. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as raccoons, opossums, armadillos, foxes, deer, owls, and coyotes (no bears here!). Guests are welcome to explore the hiking trail, which takes approximately 45 minutes to complete the circle. A map of the trail is provided inside the tent for your convenience. Please note that the woods have ticks and chiggers, so remember to bring your Deep Woods Off for added protection. Unplug, unwind, and reconnect with nature at our secluded camping spot.

Stay on Grand

5 sites · Lodging20 acres · Jay, OK

Grand Lake at your fingertips staying in 1 of 4 open concept cabins at Stony Point. Behind the gates of this 20-acre resort, you will find time to swim, boat, jet ski, fish, layout, cookout, relax or pretty much anything else you decide to do while on vacation at the lake! We have a grill and a fire pit for evening fun. It sets on Stony Point, offering thousands of feet of waterfront to enjoy, large pavilion, 2 boat ramps, boat dock for use and a swim dock. We also have a boat and jet ski rental, water toys such as tubes and floating mats, kayaks, paddleboards and paddleboats! Golf cart rentals too! Stony Point is a new vacation destination being offered for 2022. Invite your friends, we have 4 of these cabin suites, a 2-bedroom lake house and The Lodge that sleeps up to 20. More amenities coming soon... Horseshoes, playground set, volleyball and hot tub! Please feel free to let us give you a tour of the resort.

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Lakeside camping near Joplin guide

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