97% (1.3K) • 57 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Ballwin
Matt's Place at Meramec n Labarque
1. Matt's Place at Meramec n Labarque
100%
(69)
11mi from Ballwin · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Located at the confluence of the Meramec River and Labarque Creek, my place (Matt's Place) is a ridge above a bottomland bowl of sorts.
The old iron truss bridge here is likely built in 1910 and it has a survey marker from 1932.
The creek has a nice little swimming hole, and a beach that is sometimes sand, sometimes, gravel, and sometimes a mix of both with some silt or even mud after a storm. It's peaceful down there to explore in the creek, wade while looking outward to an opening into the Meramec River. It's also fun to stand just at the mouth of the creek in the Meramec River. It's an awesome view upstream or downstream of tree lined banks, rock bluffs, and every now and then, passing boats, canoes, paddle boards, or kayaks. The old iron truss bridge hovers above the meeting of two waters. The water is cool and clean. Some fifty species of fish have been recorded in this creek, the most in all of Jefferson County and St Louis County. The bottomland has two levels, the lower bottoms down by the creek and the upper bottoms about a hundred feet from the creek. The upper bottoms has a clearing like a meadow with mowed grass.
My favorite things to do here include gazing up at a cottonwood tree that must be sixty feet tall. It's leaves in a breeze are like a thousand hands waving hello. The bottomland meadow offers just enough sky to see bats dance in the dusk air between the trees, then fireflies as it gets darker yet. Up top is where I live.
Just five miles off HWY 44 and HWY 109, at Eureka, MO, (30 minutes west of downtown St Louis, 18 minutes from Six Flags) this place sits on a ridge with great views above the Meramec River.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$20
/ night
Comfy Cabin Camping
2. Comfy Cabin Camping
100%
(197)
38mi from Ballwin · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This property was first built in 1850 and still holds most of it's original historical charm and significance.. There is a floating outfit across the road and lots of fishing and swimming enjoyment on the river. Get to know my rescue animals and hear about the history of Noser Mill and the surrounding areas.Camp in style in these comfortable cabins on the Bourbeuse River. Features 1 bedroom cabins with A/C and heated water. Outdoor showers and outhouses with grill site and fire pit. All three cabins sleep 4. There is also additional space for tent camping. To find out more about this option please contact me.This is all set on our beautiful farm property with historical structures and rescue animals. Fun for family!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$30
/ night
Hawks Bluff Farm Campground
3. Hawks Bluff Farm Campground
97%
(235)
39mi from Ballwin · 55 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Escape the city! We have a very special property that nourishes the soul and provides space to roam and breathe fresh air.
We have 460 acres to explore. A beautiful creek running through our property. We have cows, mules, goats, dogs and cats. We are on a bluff so if you are rock hunters you have come to the right place. We offer rock hunting. and we have extra buckets. We have the best Drusy (lots of colors), Crazy Lace Agate, Calcite, Chalcedony, Quartz, Chert, Barite, Bladed Barite, Iron Ores and more. Check us out on Facebook Hawks Bluff Farm Rocks and Drusy. We have firewood, ice, eggs, ground beef, propane exchange and new propane tanks available.
Ask us about our kayaking options!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$20
/ night
Robertsville State Park
4. Robertsville State Park
100%
(2)
State park 18mi from Ballwin · 26 sites
Enjoy a classic campout at this rustic state park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Pere Marquette State Park
5. Pere Marquette State Park
100%
(2)
State park 28mi from Ballwin · 30 sites
See one of the most beautiful state parks in Illinois.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Spring Lake Ranch
6. Spring Lake Ranch
93%
(1984)
46mi from Ballwin · 38 sites · Tents, RVs
Spring Lake Ranch boasts countless trails and lake activities. Formerly known as Sayersbrook Bison ranch, at one time it was one of the largest Bison ranches in the world.
This property is filled with amazing things to see and explore. Nothing like it in Missouri. Lake is 60+ acres and is spring fed. Amazing fishing, swimming and kayaking.
We are pet friendly. You will have amazing lake views and will be close to hiking trails, horseback riding, and wine tasting at Edge Cliff Wineries which is next door to us.
The beautiful shower house is super clean, has restrooms and hot showers and it is within walking distance. Firewood and ice are available to purchase; kayaks and fishing poles are available for rent. If you forget something at home stop by our little country store, we might have it! :)
The sites are about 20 ft from each other - if you are looking for more privacy please check out the secluded site or the peninsula.
**The pool on property is reserved for the lodge guests only, it is not open to the public.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$17
/ night
Timberline Camping
7. Timberline Camping
42mi from Ballwin · 1 site · Tent, RV
Escape to serenity at our peaceful, wooded campsite at Lake Timberline.
Nestled in a lush, private lot surrounded by towering trees, our site offers:
- Ample electric hookup for added comfort
- A sturdy picnic table perfect for meals outdoors
- A cozy firepit ideal for evening gatherings and s'mores
-Exceptional privacy to help you truly unwind
Best of all, you're just steps away from over 10 stunning water sources throughout the Lake Timberline community — think serene lakes, ponds, and waterfront spots perfect for fishing, kayaking, relaxing by the shore, or simply soaking in the natural beauty.
Whether you're seeking a quiet retreat or easy access to water adventures, this spot delivers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$16
/ night
Cuivre River State Park
8. Cuivre River State Park
100%
(5)
State park 36mi from Ballwin · 110 sites
Explore this natural paradise in northeastern Missouri.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Meramec State Park
9. Meramec State Park
100%
(8)
State park 40mi from Ballwin · 179 sites
Camping, caving, and canoeing along the Meramec River.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
St. Francois State Park
10. St. Francois State Park
57%
(7)
State park 43mi from Ballwin · 110 sites
Explore a surprising mountain getaway south of St. Louis.
Mark Twain National Forest
11. Mark Twain National Forest
88%
(21)
National forest 83mi from Ballwin · 452 sites
Missouri’s only national forest has 1.5 million acres of wilderness to explore.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
97% (1.3K) • 57 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Ballwin
Matt's Place at Meramec n Labarque
1. Matt's Place at Meramec n Labarque
100%
(69)
11mi from Ballwin · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Located at the confluence of the Meramec River and Labarque Creek, my place (Matt's Place) is a ridge above a bottomland bowl of sorts.
The old iron truss bridge here is likely built in 1910 and it has a survey marker from 1932.
The creek has a nice little swimming hole, and a beach that is sometimes sand, sometimes, gravel, and sometimes a mix of both with some silt or even mud after a storm. It's peaceful down there to explore in the creek, wade while looking outward to an opening into the Meramec River. It's also fun to stand just at the mouth of the creek in the Meramec River. It's an awesome view upstream or downstream of tree lined banks, rock bluffs, and every now and then, passing boats, canoes, paddle boards, or kayaks. The old iron truss bridge hovers above the meeting of two waters. The water is cool and clean. Some fifty species of fish have been recorded in this creek, the most in all of Jefferson County and St Louis County. The bottomland has two levels, the lower bottoms down by the creek and the upper bottoms about a hundred feet from the creek. The upper bottoms has a clearing like a meadow with mowed grass.
My favorite things to do here include gazing up at a cottonwood tree that must be sixty feet tall. It's leaves in a breeze are like a thousand hands waving hello. The bottomland meadow offers just enough sky to see bats dance in the dusk air between the trees, then fireflies as it gets darker yet. Up top is where I live.
Just five miles off HWY 44 and HWY 109, at Eureka, MO, (30 minutes west of downtown St Louis, 18 minutes from Six Flags) this place sits on a ridge with great views above the Meramec River.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$20
/ night
Comfy Cabin Camping
2. Comfy Cabin Camping
100%
(197)
38mi from Ballwin · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This property was first built in 1850 and still holds most of it's original historical charm and significance.. There is a floating outfit across the road and lots of fishing and swimming enjoyment on the river. Get to know my rescue animals and hear about the history of Noser Mill and the surrounding areas.Camp in style in these comfortable cabins on the Bourbeuse River. Features 1 bedroom cabins with A/C and heated water. Outdoor showers and outhouses with grill site and fire pit. All three cabins sleep 4. There is also additional space for tent camping. To find out more about this option please contact me.This is all set on our beautiful farm property with historical structures and rescue animals. Fun for family!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$30
/ night
Hawks Bluff Farm Campground
3. Hawks Bluff Farm Campground
97%
(235)
39mi from Ballwin · 55 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Escape the city! We have a very special property that nourishes the soul and provides space to roam and breathe fresh air.
We have 460 acres to explore. A beautiful creek running through our property. We have cows, mules, goats, dogs and cats. We are on a bluff so if you are rock hunters you have come to the right place. We offer rock hunting. and we have extra buckets. We have the best Drusy (lots of colors), Crazy Lace Agate, Calcite, Chalcedony, Quartz, Chert, Barite, Bladed Barite, Iron Ores and more. Check us out on Facebook Hawks Bluff Farm Rocks and Drusy. We have firewood, ice, eggs, ground beef, propane exchange and new propane tanks available.
Ask us about our kayaking options!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$20
/ night
Robertsville State Park
4. Robertsville State Park
100%
(2)
State park 18mi from Ballwin · 26 sites
Enjoy a classic campout at this rustic state park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Pere Marquette State Park
5. Pere Marquette State Park
100%
(2)
State park 28mi from Ballwin · 30 sites
See one of the most beautiful state parks in Illinois.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Spring Lake Ranch
6. Spring Lake Ranch
93%
(1984)
46mi from Ballwin · 38 sites · Tents, RVs
Spring Lake Ranch boasts countless trails and lake activities. Formerly known as Sayersbrook Bison ranch, at one time it was one of the largest Bison ranches in the world.
This property is filled with amazing things to see and explore. Nothing like it in Missouri. Lake is 60+ acres and is spring fed. Amazing fishing, swimming and kayaking.
We are pet friendly. You will have amazing lake views and will be close to hiking trails, horseback riding, and wine tasting at Edge Cliff Wineries which is next door to us.
The beautiful shower house is super clean, has restrooms and hot showers and it is within walking distance. Firewood and ice are available to purchase; kayaks and fishing poles are available for rent. If you forget something at home stop by our little country store, we might have it! :)
The sites are about 20 ft from each other - if you are looking for more privacy please check out the secluded site or the peninsula.
**The pool on property is reserved for the lodge guests only, it is not open to the public.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$17
/ night
Timberline Camping
7. Timberline Camping
42mi from Ballwin · 1 site · Tent, RV
Escape to serenity at our peaceful, wooded campsite at Lake Timberline.
Nestled in a lush, private lot surrounded by towering trees, our site offers:
- Ample electric hookup for added comfort
- A sturdy picnic table perfect for meals outdoors
- A cozy firepit ideal for evening gatherings and s'mores
-Exceptional privacy to help you truly unwind
Best of all, you're just steps away from over 10 stunning water sources throughout the Lake Timberline community — think serene lakes, ponds, and waterfront spots perfect for fishing, kayaking, relaxing by the shore, or simply soaking in the natural beauty.
Whether you're seeking a quiet retreat or easy access to water adventures, this spot delivers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$16
/ night
Cuivre River State Park
8. Cuivre River State Park
100%
(5)
State park 36mi from Ballwin · 110 sites
Explore this natural paradise in northeastern Missouri.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Meramec State Park
9. Meramec State Park
100%
(8)
State park 40mi from Ballwin · 179 sites
Camping, caving, and canoeing along the Meramec River.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
St. Francois State Park
10. St. Francois State Park
57%
(7)
State park 43mi from Ballwin · 110 sites
Explore a surprising mountain getaway south of St. Louis.
Mark Twain National Forest
11. Mark Twain National Forest
88%
(21)
National forest 83mi from Ballwin · 452 sites
Missouri’s only national forest has 1.5 million acres of wilderness to explore.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Patricia
2 weeks ago
16 ft car
With pets
My family loved staying here beautiful place.
We love seeing the animals every day and a couple of the goats had babies when we were there love it
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William
2 weeks ago
16 ft car
With pets
Love her. She is very nice and helpful.
And love listening to her animals
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Shirley
2 weeks ago
24 ft Class C
camp with a beautiful lake view, welcome to nature and ranch life with horse nays and goats, farm animals. Everything was great except for us the gravel rv park was rocky. Hard to walk on and Get the camper level. Grandkids couldn’t walk well on it but other than that a very nice campground.
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Amy
January 2026
With pets
Matthew was a welcoming and personable host. The setting was amazing, and the rustic cabin was comfortable. I enjoyed my stay thoroughly.
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K.A.
November 2025
Tent
My second time visiting this camp site. I’m a novice at camping. Each time that I visited, I was impressed: friendly staff, helpful fellow campers, and aesthetically pleasing environment, e.g, lakefront view, farm animals, swimming pool, hot tubs available in select rentals and renovated bath houses. Very safe setting for solo campers, couples and families.
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Courtney
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
Such a great spot for a getaway! The campground was peaceful, well-kept, and had everything we could’ve needed for a perfect tent camping weekend. The lake views were absolutely stunning—especially with all the fall colors reflecting on the water. The bathhouse felt luxurious for camping! We loved every minute of our stay and can’t wait to come back next time to stay in one of the cabins!
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Courtney
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
We absolutely loved our stay here! The campground was beautiful—tucked right by a gorgeous lake surrounded by stunning fall colors. It felt like an adult summer camp in the best way possible! Everything we needed was right on site, from fire pits to picnic areas. The bath and shower house was impressively clean, warm, and one of the nicest we’ve seen at a campground. You can tell the owners put a lot of care into maintaining the place. We had such a peaceful, cozy stay and can’t wait to come back again next season!
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Justin
November 2025
With kids
The farm and staff are absolutely fantastic! We had an issue with charges, which they resolved with some investment of time on their part. They all I’ve and beyond in service. Helping us find our site in the dark, making sure we had enough supplies and even throwing a pair of jeans in the dryer for our teenager 😁
Truly kind people!
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Andrew
November 2025
Tent
Great spot for rooftop tents and ground tents. Matt showed me the lay of the land before driving to the site. Great host! Would camp here again
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Zoe
November 2025
Tent
Always a great time at hawks bluff! This land is truly a blessing and I am grateful Elizabeth shares it with us ! Much comfortability in knowing I’m safe and if I need anything I can always ask :) also, awesome rocks!!
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Andros
November 2025
Tent
The owners are amazing, the property is very cool, and close enough to town to get supplies. Breathtaking views and a welcoming community at this location!
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Brian
November 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With kids
Great place! Tons of stuff to do. Owners are very sweet and hospitable. I plan to go back and would recommend everyone to stay. Camping or RV. I pulled a 35’er and had zero issues.
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Nathan
November 2025
25 ft Class C
Secluded location. Several options are available for sites depending on services. Rock hunting is fantastic.
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Alan
November 2025
Tent
Stayed here for a second time, so beautiful in the Fall. Highly recommend! Elizabeth is so helpful and accommodating, and answered all my questions very quickly.
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Alyson
November 2025
Tent
I’ve stayed at this site twice now and will continue to return. This is a great place to visit in the fall, the trees look beautiful. The cleanliness of the bathrooms is a great feature. The trails are also nice but the red trail needs to be marked better, it’s easy to get lost in that area. Overall a fun time.
My one complaint - people need to STOP LITTERING!!! The amount of litter on the red trail is in my opinion unacceptable. If you are visiting/enjoying nature..why are you littering!?? Be better people and stop littering
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Hope
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Our host was so kind and generous. The land was well-kept and peaceful. Rock hunting as part of the stay was delightful. It was so fun to be around the farm animals and be greeted by the dogs and cats. Definitely a spot worth visiting!!
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Taylirre
October 2025
16 ft car
This was the most beautiful camp site I have stayed at. I've been an avid user of Hipcamp for a few years and frequented many camp sites but this one surpasses all others. First, the hospitality of the owners, they are super responsive and the kitchen area has everything needed to make it comfortable stay. Our tent site was private and quiet and very beautiful to observe the meteor shower. It's set on the side of a large hill where there is a scenic view and grounds full of crystals that can be collected. It felt safe and we did not observe any wild animals other than the farm animals they have onsite. The host was welcoming and knowledgeable of the land and we will be returning with our whole family next time.
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Jessica
October 2025
Tent
Tent camping is wonderful. Gorgeous views and great shower/bathrooms.
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Camiel
October 2025
Tent
With pets
I absolutely love this place!! The property is amazing and the people are great. My site was level and even with heavy rain there was only minimal mud. The farm animals are friendly and if you’re lucky the mule will serenade you while you use the facilities :) I look forward to going back many more times!!
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Debbie
October 2025
19 ft travel trailer
A beautiful campground with lots of animals and a beautiful lake.
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