The best camping near Wakonda State Park
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A bounty of lakes provide scenery and recreation at this northeastern Missouri park.
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Overview
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Looking for a natural playground in northeastern Missouri? Look no further than Wakonda State Park. With a bounty of lakes—six in total—this park is a water-lover’s paradise. Bring your boat or kayak, or rent one onsite. Set sail to explore the three water trails. Or, toss in a line to try your hand at catching bass, crappie, or catfish. Be sure to look to the skies and shores to watch for migratory birds and other wildlife. Swimming, hiking, and biking round out the onsite activities. Venture over to the Great River National Wildlife Refuge to explore habitats and wildlife along the Mississippi River.
Notable Camping Spots
- Best for tent campers: Boulder Lake Campground has four walk-in tent sites.
- Best for big rigs: Wakonda Lake Campground has full hookups, including 50-amp, at every site.
- Best for relaxation: Wakonda Lake Campground has just 14 sites in a quiet loop.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Reservations open at 7:00 a.m. CST 12 months in advance and are bookable online or on the phone.
- Two-night reservations are required for weekend stays (Friday and Saturday or Saturday and Sunday).
- Boulder Lake Campground and Wakonda Lake Campground are both open year round, but reservations can only be made April 15 through October 31.
- Water and showers are available April 15 through October 31.
- Walk-up reservations are allowed for non-reserved campsites.
- Some sites have shore access to the nearby lakes. Check park maps for locations.
When to go
Summer is the busier season at Wakonda State Park, as the waters warm through May and June. Sites without shade may be especially hot, while the cooler waters offer heat relief for those who take a swim. Spring may be chilly, but warm days are perfect for relaxing at the park. Fall brings pops of colors to the woodlands, especially in October. Though campsites are open year round, campers need to prepare for the potential of freezing temps and frozen precip, but the serenity of the park at this quiet time of year is tempting.
Know before you go
- Lake shores are natural habitats. Be aware of poison ivy, ticks, and chiggers.
- Tent campers heading to the walk-in sites will find free utility carts for packing gear and supplies in and out.
- Many campsites are in open prairie terrain, so expect full sun in summer. The Boulder Lake Campground is more likely to have some sides with shade.
- Watercraft rentals are available April 15 through October 31. Free boat launches are available on Wakonda and Agate lakes.
- The natural sand swim beach has a showerhouse nearby.
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