The best river, stream, or creek glamping near Aurora

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If you're looking for a luxury camping experience near Aurora, Missouri, with the soothing sound of a river nearby, you should check out Hipcamp. With over 400 options to choose from that offer glamping and river activities, you'll be sure to find the perfect campsite for your needs. Some top-rated campsites include Red Fern (334 reviews), Open-air Meditation Sanctuary (104 reviews), and Persimmon Grove Retreat & Camp (64 reviews). Prices average around $50 per night, but with options as low as $5 per night, there's an option for every budget. Popular amenities include pet-friendly sites, campfires, and cooking equipment, while popular activities include snow sports, climbing, and hiking.

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Howler Bike Park Stays

1. Howler Bike Park Stays

99%
(279)
31mi from Aurora · 26 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · 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.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$15
 / night
Pasture Safari Tent View

4. Little Sugar Farm Glamping & Gathering

100%
(1)
43mi from Aurora · 14 sites · Lodging · MO
The Little Sugar Farm has been in our family for over 100 years! After inheriting the farm in 2006 we turned the farmhouse into a vacation rental with over 13 years of guest rave reviews and legacy guest stays. We've added to the farm stay with Safari tents, Bell tents and a rocking awesome deckhouse with outdoor showers, 4 full bathrooms and all the camp cooking things you need so all you do is bring your food and relax! Learn more about this land: We have four Safari Tents, 3 with queen beds, one with twins all organic cotton mattresses, chandeliers, rugs, decorative pillows, linens, towels, small fridges, lanterns, flashlights, water, coffee makers, coffee, chairs and poofs. Our 3 Bell tents feature two twin beds, linens, towels, tables, rugs, chairs and all out deckhouse amenities including a coffee bar when booking these types of tents. Mr. Paul sets up camp fires for our guests and we'll have smore's on hand of course for your visit. Miss Jana will be happy to make reservations for and send you all our information as well as information about the area and what fabulous things there are to do in SW Missouri and NW Arkansas. Whether you love to go on float trips, lay and chill in our very own Little Sugar Creek and private access or take a trip to Crystal Bridges in Bentonville and Bike the miles of trails and gravel roads we've got SO many suggestions.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$158
 / night
Roaring River Campground

9. Roaring River Campground

95%
(11)
25mi from Aurora · 11 sites · Lodging · 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.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$150
 / night
Bear Cliff Log Cabin

11. Bear Cliff Log Cabin

37mi from Aurora · 1 site · Lodging · Blue Eye, MO
Bear Cliff Log Cabin offers a Secluded Grand Forest View, a Swing. Sleeps Eight! Table Rock Lake. Branson, MO. Pet Friendly! Beautiful large LED granite & wood fireplace with or w/o Heat. Huge Log King Beds (2). 2 Log Futons (full size ea.) -Sleeps 8. Enjoy the Bird & Wildlife Sanctuary & fountain. Later, hike to Lake in 15 minutes, 40 back up through Mark Twain National Forest. 3 Beaches & parks surround the Cabin within 2 to 3 mi. The space 100% Pine. Tall roof ceiling throughout ! Our Bird Sanctuary est. 2009. 3 Beaches Lake fun within 2 mi! Hike below Cabin to Lake thru old growth timber & wildlife! Swim deck & picnic table, 2 mi. Rent every kind of boat at Bass Pro Marina, 2 mi. Best Missouri museum, largest LOG restaurant in USA at Top of the Rock, 4 mi. Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, 8 mi. Branson Shows & Shopping, 15 minutes. Silver Dollar City, 25 minutes. Guest access Hundreds of acres of pine & oak and rock cliff walls to Explore start at our 2 Cabins (300 feet apart) and continues down to Table Rock Lake! Our 20 acres also care for elderly, disabled, and Veterans above cabins closer to entrance & highway access. Your vacation dollars help these find affordable mobile homes that we upkeep. Other things to note 15 minutes to Branson shows: From Pine Ridge Log Cabins, take Beautiful Hwy 86 to Hwy 65 and go north to grocery in Hollister, and on into Branson. Pet Fee is $85. for up to 3 small dogs or 1 big dog.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$215
 / night
Deer Stand - Pine Ridge Log Cabins

12. Deer Stand - Pine Ridge Log Cabins

37mi from Aurora · 2 sites · Lodging · Blue Eye, MO
*Affordable Luxury, all Logs, Pine flooring, Pine walls, Pine Ceiling---no drywall *Huge covered Porches w/ rockers/chairs in back. Picnic Table. * Out where the Coyotes howl & the Hoot owls hoot. Lots of Carolina wren & Cardinal song. And where Woodpeckers peck. Bird Sanctuary feeding all around! *15 min to Branson Shows *Top of the Rock- 4 miles * Beaches (3), parks (2), Marina- 5 minutes *Dogwood Canyon with Elk, Bison viewing- 15 minutes away *Pet Friendly - $85. up to 3 pets The space FULL of Wildlife. I upkeep a natural Bird Sanctuary around the cabin. We are part of the Mark Twain National Forest. Lots of Pine, redbud, and dogwood. Big Forest. Above Lake: 15 minutes down, 40 minutes up. Quiet & Peaceful. Only 15 minutes to Branson strip! 4 mi.s to Top of the Rock, (east)! 10 minutes to Dogwood Canyon (west)! Guest access *Washer, Dryer, Laundry soap & Bleach. Easy entrance for the wheelchair. *PARKING: Plenty of Boat or Pontoon parking, Wheelchair Entrance. *Handicap Accessible on 1st Floor with beds & Bath. Other things to note *NEW in 2019: LED Fireplace with 1100 sq ft additional heat in Living Room !
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$179
 / night

If you're looking for a luxury camping experience near Aurora, Missouri, with the soothing sound of a river nearby, you should check out Hipcamp. With over 400 options to choose from that offer glamping and river activities, you'll be sure to find the perfect campsite for your needs. Some top-rated campsites include Red Fern (334 reviews), Open-air Meditation Sanctuary (104 reviews), and Persimmon Grove Retreat & Camp (64 reviews). Prices average around $50 per night, but with options as low as $5 per night, there's an option for every budget. Popular amenities include pet-friendly sites, campfires, and cooking equipment, while popular activities include snow sports, climbing, and hiking.

99% (1.4K)

Top-rated campgrounds

Howler Bike Park Stays

1. Howler Bike Park Stays

99%
(279)
31mi from Aurora · 26 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · 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.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$15
 / night
Pasture Safari Tent View

4. Little Sugar Farm Glamping & Gathering

100%
(1)
43mi from Aurora · 14 sites · Lodging · MO
The Little Sugar Farm has been in our family for over 100 years! After inheriting the farm in 2006 we turned the farmhouse into a vacation rental with over 13 years of guest rave reviews and legacy guest stays. We've added to the farm stay with Safari tents, Bell tents and a rocking awesome deckhouse with outdoor showers, 4 full bathrooms and all the camp cooking things you need so all you do is bring your food and relax! Learn more about this land: We have four Safari Tents, 3 with queen beds, one with twins all organic cotton mattresses, chandeliers, rugs, decorative pillows, linens, towels, small fridges, lanterns, flashlights, water, coffee makers, coffee, chairs and poofs. Our 3 Bell tents feature two twin beds, linens, towels, tables, rugs, chairs and all out deckhouse amenities including a coffee bar when booking these types of tents. Mr. Paul sets up camp fires for our guests and we'll have smore's on hand of course for your visit. Miss Jana will be happy to make reservations for and send you all our information as well as information about the area and what fabulous things there are to do in SW Missouri and NW Arkansas. Whether you love to go on float trips, lay and chill in our very own Little Sugar Creek and private access or take a trip to Crystal Bridges in Bentonville and Bike the miles of trails and gravel roads we've got SO many suggestions.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$158
 / night
Roaring River Campground

9. Roaring River Campground

95%
(11)
25mi from Aurora · 11 sites · Lodging · 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.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$150
 / night
Bear Cliff Log Cabin

11. Bear Cliff Log Cabin

37mi from Aurora · 1 site · Lodging · Blue Eye, MO
Bear Cliff Log Cabin offers a Secluded Grand Forest View, a Swing. Sleeps Eight! Table Rock Lake. Branson, MO. Pet Friendly! Beautiful large LED granite & wood fireplace with or w/o Heat. Huge Log King Beds (2). 2 Log Futons (full size ea.) -Sleeps 8. Enjoy the Bird & Wildlife Sanctuary & fountain. Later, hike to Lake in 15 minutes, 40 back up through Mark Twain National Forest. 3 Beaches & parks surround the Cabin within 2 to 3 mi. The space 100% Pine. Tall roof ceiling throughout ! Our Bird Sanctuary est. 2009. 3 Beaches Lake fun within 2 mi! Hike below Cabin to Lake thru old growth timber & wildlife! Swim deck & picnic table, 2 mi. Rent every kind of boat at Bass Pro Marina, 2 mi. Best Missouri museum, largest LOG restaurant in USA at Top of the Rock, 4 mi. Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, 8 mi. Branson Shows & Shopping, 15 minutes. Silver Dollar City, 25 minutes. Guest access Hundreds of acres of pine & oak and rock cliff walls to Explore start at our 2 Cabins (300 feet apart) and continues down to Table Rock Lake! Our 20 acres also care for elderly, disabled, and Veterans above cabins closer to entrance & highway access. Your vacation dollars help these find affordable mobile homes that we upkeep. Other things to note 15 minutes to Branson shows: From Pine Ridge Log Cabins, take Beautiful Hwy 86 to Hwy 65 and go north to grocery in Hollister, and on into Branson. Pet Fee is $85. for up to 3 small dogs or 1 big dog.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$215
 / night
Deer Stand - Pine Ridge Log Cabins

12. Deer Stand - Pine Ridge Log Cabins

37mi from Aurora · 2 sites · Lodging · Blue Eye, MO
*Affordable Luxury, all Logs, Pine flooring, Pine walls, Pine Ceiling---no drywall *Huge covered Porches w/ rockers/chairs in back. Picnic Table. * Out where the Coyotes howl & the Hoot owls hoot. Lots of Carolina wren & Cardinal song. And where Woodpeckers peck. Bird Sanctuary feeding all around! *15 min to Branson Shows *Top of the Rock- 4 miles * Beaches (3), parks (2), Marina- 5 minutes *Dogwood Canyon with Elk, Bison viewing- 15 minutes away *Pet Friendly - $85. up to 3 pets The space FULL of Wildlife. I upkeep a natural Bird Sanctuary around the cabin. We are part of the Mark Twain National Forest. Lots of Pine, redbud, and dogwood. Big Forest. Above Lake: 15 minutes down, 40 minutes up. Quiet & Peaceful. Only 15 minutes to Branson strip! 4 mi.s to Top of the Rock, (east)! 10 minutes to Dogwood Canyon (west)! Guest access *Washer, Dryer, Laundry soap & Bleach. Easy entrance for the wheelchair. *PARKING: Plenty of Boat or Pontoon parking, Wheelchair Entrance. *Handicap Accessible on 1st Floor with beds & Bath. Other things to note *NEW in 2019: LED Fireplace with 1100 sq ft additional heat in Living Room !
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$179
 / night

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