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Camping near Mansfield

The small town that launched a renown author can launch you into the Ozarks.

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Dockley Ranch

12 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres ¡ Chadwick, MO
Here at Dockley Ranch, guests can enjoy 80 acres of Missouri Ozarks. Features include a waterfall and hiking trails, peaceful vistas and goats, alpacas, and chickens to entertain. Rent a 1-room cabin or pitch a tent, watch the stars from the hillside stage, grill at the covered pavilion and enjoy the sounds of the countryside. PROPERTY MAP: https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/dashboard/land/2565/map
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Howler Bike Park Stays

26 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents180 acres ¡ MO
Welcome to Howler--the Midwest's Premier Mountain Bike Park! Hospitality means everything to us and we would be honored to have you as a guest on our downhill trails or a guest to the Ozark Mountains looking for a great place to stay--or both! We think we've got some surprises in store for you when you get here. You'll find us located just off Highway 65 in the beautiful Ozark Mountains. We're seven minutes from Branson, one of the busiest tourist destinations in the Midwest, but take the five-minute ride or walk down to Base Camp and you'll feel miles away from it all. Howler is imagined, designed, and maintained by riders who love our unique terrain and wanted to pull the best from it. Our trails are built with all skill levels in mind with a clear goal of rider progression. But Howler Bike Park Stays isn't just for riders! We've got all kinds of things to do for riders and non-riders alike! Start your day in Base Camp, the hub of activity at Howler. If you need a caffeine kick to get you started, we've got you covered with a specialty coffee drink, blended, or smoothie at Howler Coffee Shop! And, Chef Dustin is now serving breakfast with three delicious options to power you up for your day! Around noon and throughout the day, you can enjoy Chef's insanely-delicious food at the Growl Grill. Stop in the Welcome Center for bike passes, Howler merch, and bike gear. Are you shredding with us and need a new tube or tire change? We have got you taken care of in Howler Bike Co. next to the Welcome Center. We have beer and wine available at the Growl Grill, and you’re welcome to take your purchases to your tent to enjoy! New in Spring 2023, is our Skills Park and our Children's Play Area-complete with a mini pump track for Stryders or small bikes--and a beautiful cedar swing set! We also have a mile round trip Hiking Trail through the woods where you can see glimpses of riders shredding the mountain trails. Feel like a break at the top of the hike? We've got a picnic table so you can enjoy the scenery and eat some mouth-watering food from the Growl Grill! We also have our all-new bathrooms and showers, complete with shampoo/body wash and hair dryers. And you can keep all your necessary items near you while you ride with our all-new lockers. They're free and you only need to enter a four-digit code of your choosing to use them.
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B Berry Farms & Co.

14 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents42 acres ¡ Elkland, MO
Would you like to try something different than your everyday routine? Well, then come on out to a little place in the country to unplug, unwind, or just enjoy life that's all around you. Our little spot is called B Berry Farms and Co. We are a 40-acre family U-Pick Berry farm and 24-hour Campground with 5 RV spots with 20 amp or 30 amp electricity your choice. And we are right in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks with over 4,000 you-pick Berry bushes (and fresh produce in 24' )covering, 7 acres we have something for almost everyone. If you want cleaner health products in your life then we can help you with that as well, We are also a natural skin care product manufacturer. Either Bonding by the wood-fired stove in our bunkhouse or cuddling up in the chairs outside enjoying hot cocoa as it snows. Just looking off into the distance and seeing the sun setting with bursting colors over the rows and rows of berries. Experience a darker night sky than most are used to. Or walk the many acres of colored coated diverse trails, enjoy 2 horseshoes pitching areas, pick delicious berries, throw axes at a log target, swing on several adult swings, play an intense game of pool on our table, climb a 12-foot high wall, enjoy our 10' bouncing net hanging from the ceiling, play in the many sandboxes, sweat out a game with a 35' professional Volleyball net (ball provided)and badminton(we have rackets and birdies), play in the water cube as it sprays in all directions or our new WATERPARK play area ( 95' kids Zipline, 9'x9' colored swing net, 2 swings, 14' fireman's pole, monkey bars, rock climbing walls) and so many more things to do. Hot showers,and 2 solar heated shower houses (seasonal frost to frost), 2 restrooms, hand washing station, and hand laundry tube. We sell farm fresh eggs, and baked goods(homemade breads, cinnamon rolls, cookies, muffins, and many fresh seasonal vegetables as well picked to order.
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Welcome to Linwood

2 sites ¡ Lodging11 acres ¡ Hartville, MO
Welcome to Linwood! A great base camp for all your Ozark adventures! Our 11 acre property is bordered on one side by Little Creek and it’s easy to find right off the state highway (no rough Ozark gravel roads!). Expect starry skies, coyote and owl calls and an endless supply of stones to skip in the creek. We are only 20 minutes from the famous Baker Creek Seed Store and Village. A small grocery store and gas stations are only 7 minutes away and lots of fun adventures within an hour’s drive.
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Logan N.’s Land

2 sites ¡ RVs6 acres ¡ Seymour, MO
Learn more about this land:This Homestead is located deep in the back of cedar gap. There is a large network of dirt roads that can be hiked that surmount to about 4.7 miles throughout the rural community below the mountain the homestead is on. There is a creek on the property at the bottom of the mountain, bird watching, camping, metal detecting and Fossil finding is also available. Cannabis consumption is permitted for medical patients. Also keep in mind this is not a farm or a ranch just a recreational project / homestead my wife and I have. There will not be many if any people that you will see on the property. Unless I am around doing work somewhere.
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Natural Farms - Campground

52 sites ¡ RVs, Tents241 acres ¡ MO
Your Tent, RV, or Camper Trailer camping experience at Natural Farms could be one of your life's ten most-memorable events. Your host is a world renown preparedness expert, and widely popular nationally syndicated radio broadcaster - You will most likely meet him. We are so confident that you will be delighted with your camping experience we back it with a money-back Guarantee (If you leave before noon of the first day). Situated on 241 Acres, Natural Farms is UNIQUE in the world of camping - Serenity, Tranquility, Fun, and Educationally focused. Almost 1,000,000 square feet are dedicated to camping - A private campground on an all-natural cattle farm. Settled six years before the Civil War, the farm has remained natural - No pesticides, insecticides, nor commercial fertilizer. This is a Closed-Herd farm where all cattle are born and raised on this farm. Each campsite is in a pasture along a wooded creek and is approximately 100' wide with it's own fire pit. Hiking trails, fish-feeding pond, Children's playhouse with swings and slide, tire-runs, and horseshoes for the adults are included. Guests may also enjoy the Scavenger Hunt list and a take-home rock of their choosing (up to a softball size) to remember their visit. Guests may purchase Natural Farms USDA inspected beef patties, steaks, beef sticks, and beef jerky – And grill over the wood-fire at your campsite – free grills grates are available for your use. Free tree-limb pickup wood is available or buckets of clean and dry oak is available for purchase. Our pasture-raised and free-range chickens lay the finest brown and blue eggs for our Guests. Have you ever eaten a blue egg? Nature in it's full glory is always on display at the farm. The sounds of nature are soft and omnipresent. And, just in case, Natural Farms has a Full- Service Automotive Repair and Tire Shop - We can service you vehicle while you camp - Jump-starts are free.
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Mean Green's Farm

4 sites ¡ RVs, Tents6 acres ¡ Seymour, MO
This farm is a self sustaining vegetable farm. We use natural and organic growing methods. In September we will be opening our 6 acre maze, with special events on the weekends.Learn more about this land:Come enjoyour quiet country setting campsites. The field is wide open for you to enjoy the night under the stars. Our campsites are on the far end of our 23 acre vegetable farm. It's just a short walk to the main house.
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Dragonfly Creek

1 site ¡ RV10 acres ¡ Mountain Home, AR
Enjoy the perfect view for the solar eclipse at Dragonfly Creek! We offer RV parking accommodating vehicles up to 32ft, complete with water, electric, sewer, and internet access. Our serene 10-acre property boasts a full-time creek, providing a tranquil backdrop for your stay. Unwind by the fire pit equipped with a grill, perfect for cooking hamburgers and making s'mores under the starry sky. Additionally, we have Washer Pitch set up for you to enjoy a game anytime during your visit. Come and experience the peace and beauty of Dragonfly Creek.
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The Skygazer

1 site ¡ RV, Tent25 acres ¡ MO
Tranquil and picturesque Whites creek trickling by as the birds sing in the nearby trees. A perfectly manicured, exclusive campsite awaits your arrival. This one of kind campsite is located just a few miles East of Ava, Mo. The site has a 80sq ft canvas cabin style tent that is not only carpeted and fully furnished, but also equipped with a "sky gazer" retractable roof. Lighting for the site is provided by a portable power unit which is available for guests to charge any of their electronic devices as well. A picnic table with umbrella, a detached restroom, and a fire pit are also available for guest use. The property offers easy access to Whites creek as well as walking trails to explore the many cave and rock formations in the area. For outdoorsman this site offers easy access to public and private hunting lands as well as world class Smallmouth bass and Rainbow trout fishing opportunities nearby. Branson and Springfield are both about an hour away by car. With both cities having numerous restaurants, activities, and attractions for those seeking a little more than the Show Me states natural beauty. Ava is the closest town with goods and services. It sits just 7 miles to the west of this campsite on Missouri Hwy 14. The town has a Walmart a few restaurants as well as numerous gas stations and convenience stores. THIS SITE HAS NO CELL OR WIFI SERVICE
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The Camp at Little Creek

11 sites ¡ RVs, Tents42 acres ¡ Wasola, MO
Littlecreek is on 42 acres nestled in the Ozark Mountains. We have a year round creek which is secluded within beautiful surroundings. Rivers for float trips and/or Bull Shoals lake is nearby with opportunities to bass fish and there are plenty of hiking and off roading trails just 10 minutes away in the Mark Twain National Forest.
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Quiet place in the country

1 site ¡ RV, Tent40 acres ¡ Hartville, MO
Learn more about this land:50 milestone from most lakes Springfield 70 miles from Branson 9 miles from bicycle route on Hwy 38 swimming hole caves quiet peaceful stay some spaces have 50 amp power and water. Boo rocking and generators are welcome pop ups tents vans RVs school bus conversions urban van conversions camp fires all welcome
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Creek View Camp

4 sites ¡ RVs, Tents9 acres ¡ Drury, MO
Learn more about this land: We are directly in the path of the Total Eclipse which is on April the 8th 2024 several nearby towns are planning large celebrations for this event. About our site- These are primitive campsites that are in a shaded area near Dry Creek, Brush Creek and Bryant Creek. On our 9 acre property is bordered by Ozark County Road 162 on the east, Ozark County Road 164 on the north, Dry Creek (a loosing stream) on the west and Brush Creek on the south. Please note that Campsites #2 & #3 are directly on the banks of Dry Creek which is a seasonal loosing stream meaning that in the spring and during periods of wet weather the creek can be running or partially running. During the summer and periods of extended drought this creek will be completely dry but offers great opportunites for rock collecting and exploring. Our campsites consist of a tractor mowed area in the shade of large Walnut, Oak and Sycamore trees with no other amenities. Set your tent, camper or RV up and enjoy the beauty of our creek side oasis. We allow fires in rock or metal fire rings as long as there are no burn bans in effect. You are welcome to gather down dead wood from our property for fires but please do not cut or damage live or standing trees. Make sure fires are controlled and supervised and always douse fires with water before leaving your camp. Please remove all trash from the area when you leave and make sure you have trash containers protected from wildlife while you are with us. We have abundent wildlife in the area including a pair of mated Bald Eagles with imature offspring. We also have all sorts of smaller critters like racoons, oppossums, armadillos, squirrels, rabbits, ground hogs, beaver, mink, otters, muskrats and more. Lots of birds too including owls, falcons, buzzards, crows and songbirds of all kinds. Larger animals are abundant as well, you may see deer, bobcats, foxes, coyotes and there have been sightings of black bears and cougars in the area from time to time. We have occasionally seen wild hogs on the property. We are located approximately 1 mile below the Highway 95 bridge crossing on Bryant Creek and you can put in a Highway 95 and float to our property although you will have to portage from the creek to your camp there is no road accessing the creek from our property at this time. Our location is close to multiple recreation and sightseeing opportunities. We are located in rural Ozark County, Missouri near the towns of Gainesville (Pop. 723) 31 miles, Ava (Pop. 2865) 29 miles, West Plains (Pop. 12,304) 37 miles. The town of Dora is a small unincorporated community located 10 miles east of our site has a small general store and restaurant. Roy's Store offers gas, food, beer, some hardware and staples, the grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is now a Dollar General in Dora as well as a US post office office, zip code 65637. We are a short drive from several scenic historic mills including (Rockbridge 7 miles, which boasts pay to fish for Trout from their hatchery, a small store, restaurant and bar, as well as trap shooting and sporting clays), (Hodgson Mill 12 miles, one of the most photographed in the Ozarks), Dawt 24 miles, which has a general store, restaurant, and canoe rental), (Zanoni 14 miles, now a private residence) . One of the newest Missouri State Parks, Bryant Creek State Park is just 7 miles west of us. This new state park offers hundereds of acres of recreational opportunites including hiking and site seeing and is currently only slightly developed. Enjoy floating and fishing for catfish, smallmouth bass, google eye and trout in one of our beautiful clear rivers including Bryant Creek which is directly accessible by a short walk from our property and is a great fishing and floating stream. The North Fork River which is a choice floating and fishing stream including a trophy trout management area about 12 miles to the east of our property. There are several canoe liveries on the North Fork and bookings for rental and shuttle services are available (contact us for a listing of these services). Use common sense when accessing these campsites and all areas adjacent to our property, county roads can become impassible during flood conditions. Remember "Turn Around Do't Drowned" don't drive into flood waters. Access to these campsites is through an open field and may become soft and muddy during rainy periods. We highly recommend the use of 4 wheel drive vehicles when conditions warrant. Pulling heavy campers and RVs into these areas is not recommended when it is raining or after peiods of rains. You will be responsible for the cost of any recovery operations if you get stuck. This site can flood in wet conditions so caution should be used during periods of heavy rains and we may have to relocate your campsite to higher ground in the event of high water. Campsites 1, 2 and 3 are all subject to flooding and during periods of heavy rain. Only Campsite #4 is safe from floods. It is also the least shaded and will receive full sun in the afternoon. Our creeks and rivers provide lots of fun water activites but there are no lifeguards or on site emegency services. Cell service is very limited or non-existant at the campsite location and you will have to drive to higher location possibly several miles away to get service. We are surrounded by private property please respect others and do not tresspass on private property.
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Camping near Mansfield guide

Overview

Most famous as the home of Laura Ingalls Wilder, Mansfield brings visitors from all over the world to this tiny Missouri town to see where the author wrote the famed Little House on the Prairie books. Visitors can see several locations and tour museums related to Wilder’s life, or they can enjoy the peace and serenity of the rolling farmland and woodlands of the Ozarks. The proud small town preserves history and offers up home cookin’ at local restaurants. A couple of private RV parks and glamping rentals can be found in and near town, but venturing to larger cities in the vicinity will open up more opportunities. 

Where to go

Mark Twain National Forest

Named for another Missouri author, Mark Twain National Forest covers 1.5 million acres in Missouri, and large sections can be explored south of Mansfield in the Ava/Cassville/Willow Springs District. Oak and pine forests, wide-open glades, rollicking hills, and rambling springs greet visitors to this slice of the Ozark Mountains. Dispersed campsites and dry camping can be enjoyed in this scenic environment. Public camping can also be found at conservation areas near the town of Ava. 

Springfield, Missouri

Known as the “Queen City of the Ozarks,” Springfield is the largest city in southwest Missouri. It celebrates its Route 66 history, local colleges, and role as the birthplace of Bass Pro Shops. The original store and the attached Wonders of Wildlife Museum are major attractions. Numerous private RV parks can be found, offering amenities such as free wifi and full hookups. Cabin and glamping rentals dot the surrounding region.

Branson, Missouri

One of Missouri’s biggest tourism draws is the town of Branson, which offers a lively mix of theme parks, family attractions, live music shows, and over-the-top museums. While the town’s main strip resembles a mini Las Vegas, the campgrounds are surprisingly scenic. Private RV parks abound, adding to the family fun and offering free wifi and full hookups, with campsites under a canopy of trees. Venture outside of town to find scenery and serenity, with public camping offered on the shores of Table Rock Lake at state park and Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds.

When to go

If you’re visiting Mansfield to explore all things Laura Ingalls Wilder, September’s Wilder Days festival is a must. If you’re not into Wilder, this might be a time to avoid the town, as it attracts more visitors than usual. Though much of the area can be a year-round destination, visitors should note that summer is generally hot and humid and winter can be cold and snowy. Fall and spring usually offer mild weather and changing scenery.

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