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Persimmon Grove Retreat & Camp

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· Walnut Shade, Taney, Missouri
70 acres hosted by Lori W.
6 tent sites
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Family owned for over 30 years. The land has been resting for all those years. It has become a safe home for wildlife. The 70 acres is the perfect place for peace and relaxation. Learn more about this land: Pitch your tent in the primitive Ozark Mountains.  Six designated camp sites and one tiny house that surrounds our community campfire. A Pavilion is on the property, it is the only site that has electricity. Outdoor lighting is hung in the persimmon tree grove for evening ambience. We are located fifteen miles north of Branson.  Walking distance to Bear Creek Wine Company. They serve Pizza, Wine Tasting, and more. Five minutes from Wolfe Mountain Ziplining and Snowflex, also Bear Creek horse back riding trails. We have a well on the property for water. Feel free to bring your own water bottles as well.
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Biking
Hiking
Wildlife watching
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Forest
River, stream, or creek
Field
Farm
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205 ratings · 93 reviews
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Claire H.recommends
September 2, 2024
Site 6 - Persimmon Grove
Beautiful property atop a hillside in the ozarks. Campsites are pretty well spread out and land is well kept. Nice pavilion and hammock in the center near the bathrooms. Bathroom area has two sinks, two portable toilets, and a really unique and cool outdoor shower area.
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Miriah F.recommends
August 10, 2024
Site 4 - Persimmon Grove
Super cute location and really just an ideal spot for a classic tent camp experience. We went last minute and last at night so we didn’t really get to explore much but the site was easy to find and had just what we needed!
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Brittany B.recommends
August 8, 2024
Site 4 - Persimmon Grove
Amazing escape near nature and city
So peaceful. Both times I’ve had the property to myself. I brought my cat the second time and she loved it too!! It’s great to be close to Branson but also and good place to stop on the longer trip to parks and hikes in Arkansas. Tons of parks right here in MO too.
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David B.recommends
August 5, 2024
Site 4 - Persimmon Grove
Really well kept place to stay. The site and grounds were well maintained. We stayed here for two days and didn't really leave but is close to everything if you want.
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Shellsea M.recommends
August 3, 2024
Site 6 - Persimmon Grove
Happy Campers
Our recent camping trip with our three daughters was nothing short of magical! Nestled in a tranquil corner of nature, this campsite delivered everything we could have dreamed of and more. From the moment we arrived, the sense of privacy and peacefulness was evident. It felt like we had our own little slice of paradise. The outdoor shower was a refreshing delight, perfect for rinsing off after a day of exploring . Our daughters fell head over heels for the resident goats and their charming sidekick, a very friendly donkey. These adorable creatures added an extra layer of joy to our stay, providing endless entertainment and plenty of photo op’s. If you've never seen a donkey trying to photobomb a family selfie, you haven't truly lived! Evenings were spent under a blanket of stars, with the only sounds being the gentle rustling of leaves and the occasional "baa" from our four-legged friends. It was peaceful, serene, and utterly rejuvenating. If you're looking for a camping experience that combines privacy, peace, and the company of some incredibly friendly animals, look no further. This place is a hidden gem that our family can't wait to return to. Five stars, two thumbs up, and a happy "hee-haw" from the donkey!
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Kimberly E.recommends
July 31, 2024
Site 4 - Persimmon Grove
A Note for Car Campers
Excellent campground! Perfect location - nearby to Branson but away enough so that you are really camping. We had Site #4. It was perfect for privacy and shade. A note for those who may be car/van/SUV camping: the ground leading to Site #4 is not a level spot. The camping spot itself (where you would set up a tent; and where the picnic table is located) is level, but the section of ground that leads up to it dips down at an incline. There were other sites on the campground that would have put our vehicle much more level, but we didn't know without seeing it, so I wanted to mention it in case that's helpful to someone in the future. If shade and privacy are your top priorities, Site #4 is PERFECT for you and you should definitely rent it. And the campgrounds themselves were great. Great bath house. Hot water. Clean bathrooms. We will definitely be back next trip to Branson.
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Walnut Shade, Taney, Missouri, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, Kaskaskia, and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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