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Camping near Blackwater with a private bathroom
The spirit of the 1890s lives on in this small mid-Missouri town.
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Selby Farm Horse Retirement
11 sites · RVs, Tents72 acres · Wooldridge, MOSummary:
Easy access from I-70
Widely spaced sites with great views.
Usually very quiet except for wildlife sounds
Portapottie at both camping areas
Great star viewing.
Excellent conditions for pets
Free firewood for one fire with each nights stay.
The exclusive treehouse site has free wifi and is private. Planning to propose? This is your spot! "Yes" is guaranteed or your hipcamp payout will be refunded.
Hosts live on site and are good communicators via text or phone.
Hosts can direct you to several local attractions and shopping options.
Hosts are happy to take questions before, during, or after your stay.
Narrative about Selby Farm:
Selbys have
lived on this 75 acre farm
since 1990.
Doug and Brenda are
retired from teaching
at
nearby public schools.
Our Farm is now dedicated to boarding retired horses for their owners.
Feel free to review the Selby Farm Horse Retirement webpage if you are a horse fan.
We encourage you to visit our business website where you will see more farm pictures, videos,
and where you will
learn more about us. We practice rotational grazing for the health of the horses and the health of our pastures.
The horses live in a herd as they would in the wild.
Basically, they are hanging out with their friends!
They also get regular care and feed and
so are VERY happy.
You will see and probably interact with the horses if you wish. They are guaranteed to come closer if you have treats like carrots and apples slices.
Our quiet
county road used to be the main road along the river. A hundred years ago it was
called "Shanty Road".
The shacks that were along it housed workers that harvested food from farms in the river bottom. The only
evidence of those shacks now is perrenial
flowers growing in unusual places.
The area is inhabited by professionals working in nearby towns and cities. In fact there are only five homes along our 1.5 mile
section of Copps Chapel Road.
The native Americans who used this area did so because of the great diversity of wildlife and availability of water. Also the view is amazing in all directions. Was using this ridge top encampment for security, or just because the view is so satisfying?
The Missouri River is on the far side of the bottoms now, but has been very close historically. There is also a large spring flowing from a cave nearby. Witness the flint chips when you walk through our barn lot. You are likely to see a broken stone tool that once
worked on by a native
American.
These river
hills are composed of soils blown in from the end of the last ice age. Being near the river, erosion has cut down the surrounding area making the scenic topography associated with Missouri River valleys and river hills.
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Powell’s Creekside Haven Campground
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Kingsville, MOPowell’s Creekside Haven Campground and RV Park
We are the nearest accommodations to beautiful Powell Gardens, Kansas City’s Botanical Gardens!
Come experience the peaceful serenity of Powell’s Creekside Haven!
Powell’s Creekside Haven is both a convenient, safe place for RVers on the road and a great destination for families looking for a clean, affordable camping experience. We focus on providing a reasonably priced, friendly and relaxing destination. We are family and pet friendly,* with a playground, walking trail and a creek to explore. WE ARE OPEN during development.
Easy access and fast driving distance to many popular local and Kansas City attractions. Within a half hour from many communities, including Kingsville, Holden, Odessa, Warrensburg, Lee’s Summit, Bates City, Oak Grove, Peculiar, Pleasant Hill, Pittsville, Blue Springs.
*Some of the cabins are pet friendly.
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Loft Apartment at Camp Claircrest
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Barnett, MOLovely forty (40) acres with a pond, park area and several camping/RV spots! Buildings available for other activities per request and booking. Also a Loft Apartment for short term rental.
All visitors must adhere to the guidelines to be onsite as there is dog training and other businesses. Dogs allowed per request and approval with an additional fee.
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D'Ranch at Clearwater
10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Gravois Mills, MOD'Ranch at Clearwater is a small, 40 acre hobby farm located on the north side of the Lake of the Ozarks in Central Missouri. What started as a simple love of backyard chickens has now become a dream farm for Tracey Durant and her husband Theodore. Nestled in the valley between two forest covered hillsides, and running adjacent to Clearwater Creek on the east and the lake on the south, D'Ranch could not have been a more perfect location for the Durants to plant their roots and get their feet wet. While they continue their love of backyard chickens with their small egg and hatchery operation know as HeebyJeeby Chickens, they have expanded their interests to an array of friendly farm animals including horses, cows, pigs, goats, sheep, ducks, and an occasional turkey or two.
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Retreat to the Country
4 sites · Lodging10 acres · Holts Summit, MOThis land has been asking to be shared. First it was swings and little things for the grandchildren and their friends. Then the Cabin by the pond began to welcome visitors. Soon the steep slope anchored a Yurt with a wrap-around deck that puts you up in the trees. Our gathering spot by the creek became a camp site. Recently the grandkids' Bunk House found its way in. Our Retreat is 10 acres, narrow, but 1/4 mile deep, stretching down a steep wooded slope to a creek - and up the other side to the top of a bluff. It is only ten miles to Jefferson City but has a quiet and distant feel.
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Harmony Lake Farm Park & Playground
25 sites · RVs, Tents45 acres · Wellington, MOHarmony Lake welcomes you to our Farm. We are proud to be a registered member of Missouri Agritourism.
Agritourism connects our guests with the great outdoors via Farm Stay.
We hope you enjoy your stay at Harmony Lake Farm.
We are walking distance to Harmony Lake: a private 12-acre lake for fishing, swimming and paddle boats. Our lake is home to record large-mouth bass and Missouri's longest free-floating walkway leading to a private island.
We are located just 15-minutes from the highway and one hour to sites and attractions of Kansas City. We are 15-minutes to Lexington historic district or Odessa.
We have a variety of tent and RV sites for your party to choose from so just reach out if you would like clarification on anything. Campfires and pets are allowed and all sites have access to bathrooms, a shower, bins, and an outdoor grill house.
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Milo Farm Sacred Land
14 sites · Lodging, Tents50 acres · Buckner, MOMilo Farm was established organically just a few years ago. The energy here so amazing we wanted to share! There's a story behind the sacredness of this land, Loni can share that with you if you ask!
The lodge was built then the camping sites, then the Hippie Trailer, which is located near the west woods near the Fairy Forest. Then the Bunkhouse was established, it's just past the barn on the north end of the property. The lodge, where the Airbnb and pool are is centrally located on the land. We rent out the lower level guest quarters for non-campers. It has two saunas. There are 2 stocked ponds, miles of trails, pool, Zen garden, farm animals and more. Feel the energy of the sacred land. Find the vortexes here!
Bless Mother Earth and spend some time in nature at this magical place
Great for the spiritually minded with several meditation spots and portals. Ask about availability of the art golf cart rental if interested. Loni can take you on a guided history, nature and meditation hike if you sign up for that. There are events happening some weekends you can participate in. Loni is a spiritual intuitive and can do a reading using the Milo Farm Oracle cards she created! Ask for availability of these things. Milo has a lot to offer!
Located in Eastern Jackson County MO, just 30 minutes from downtown Kansas City & 20 min from the sports stadiums.
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Sankara Farm
5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents27 acres · Kansas City, MOSankara Farm is a 27-acre, Black owned and operated organic farm positioned in the natural beauty of the Little Blue River Valley. The unceded ancestral land of the Osage, Otoe-Missouria, Kaw and Kansa. We see food sovereignty as an integral decolonial practice, our Agricultural and our Cultural work are grown with revolutionary potential. The farm host a wide range of Afroecological programming and operates as the organizational hub of several local projects directly engaged with Black food sovereignty and Agroecology. Our membership with the National Black Food and Justice Alliance created the possibility to align our local organizing with regional and national efforts and movements.
Description of Land Site + Housing Options
Sankara Farm is on a 27 acre Black Family owned farm in Kansas City, MO. Participants will have the option of a limited number of private or collective accommodation. The NorthStar farmhouse will offer 3 individual bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, collective accommodations space, kitchen, and laundry. We also encourage participants who are comfortable camping to take advantage of the land. We also have a RV available for housing.
**Sankara Farm is asks that you please refrain from bringing alcoholic beverages to the land.**
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Rootwad RV Park and Campground
15 sites · RVs, Tents21 acres · MOOur small owner operated campground sits high above the Niangua River. Situated below Tunnel Dam and the locally famous Whistle, we have 300’ of Big Niangua River frontage. We offer several full hook-up RV spots and ultra secluded primitive spots and anything in between. We have a bathroom/shower house for campers’ convenience.
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B Berry Farms & Co.
13 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents42 acres · Elkland, MOWhy not try something different than your everyday routine? Come on out to a little place we have and unplug, unwind, or just enjoy a life that's all around you at B Berry Farms & Co. We are a 40-acre family Berry farm and 24-hour Campground with several RV Spots and 2 RV spots with 20 amp or 30amp your choice. And we are right in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks with over 4,000 you-pick Berry bushes on 7 acres we have something for almost everyone. If you want cleaner health products in your life than we can help you with that as we are also a natural skin care product manufacturer. Either Bonding by the wood-fired stove or cuddling up in the chairs outside enjoying hot coco as it snows. Or looking off into the distance and seeing the sun setting with bursting colors as you're looking over the berry rows. Experience a darker night sky than most are used to. Or walk the many acres of diverse trails, enjoy 2 horseshoes pitching areas, picking delicious berries, play in the water cube as it sprays in all directions, throw axes at a target, swing on several adult swings, climb a 12-foot high wall, 10' bouncing net hanging from the ceiling, play in the many sandboxes, 35' Volleyball net and so many more things to do. 2 shower houses 1 solar, 2 restrooms, hand washing station, and hand laundry tube. We sell farm fresh eggs as well.
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Sudden Valley Ranch
3 sites · RVs, Tents138 acres · Warrenton, MOOur home was built shortly after the couple married in 1904. We were fortunate enough to begin our adventure here in 1999. We appreciate all this place has to offer - from the hay fields to the woods and everything in between. It is a peaceful paradise we enjoy sharing with others. Please come and relax, read a book, draw a picture, or simply let the sounds of nature lull you to sleep. We believe you will leave rejuvenated!
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PeaceTree Farms
12 sites · Tents153 acres · Eolia, MOPeaceTree Farms is a charming Event Venue and Organic Farm hosting everything from weddings, fall and holiday festivals to off-grid camping. Our 153 acre farm has been in our family since the 1970's and has been generally preserved as a wildlife and conservation farm. Your hosts, Katie and Steve are excited to share PeaceTree Farms with fellow nature lovers and outdoor adventurers.
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Nearby parks
Explore the area’s public lands.
Located between Kansas City and Columbia, Blackwater is a tiny Missouri town, with a population of fewer than 200 residents. Time seems to have stood still in the historic downtown area, where you’ll even find an 1890s jail, train depot, and one-room schoolhouse. Ramble around and browse the antique stores or grab dinner at the historic hotel that dates to the town’s founding. The Missouri Conservation Department provides public campgrounds at two locations near town, including Harriman Hill and Roberts Bluff Access, both of which offer dry camping for tents or RVs.
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Annie and Abel Van Meter State Park
Learn about the Missouria tribes at Annie and Abel Van Meter State Park, which preserves a Native American hand-dug earthwork, burial mounds, and remnants of a village. A museum and cultural center shares artifacts and history of the nine tribes that called Missouri home in the 1800s. A fishing pond and hiking trails offer outdoor recreation amid the marsh lands and hardwood forest. Basic and electric campsites are available for tents and RVs. This park is approximately 40 minutes north of Blackwater.
Arrow Rock State Park
Just 10 minutes north of Blackwater, Arrow Rock State Historic Site and Park showcases more of the 1800s history of the region in the form of an open-air museum featuring preserved architecture of the time period. Outdoor recreation can also be enjoyed at the fishing pond and hiking trails. Tent and RV campsites offer basic, electric, and full hookups.
Boonville
Set on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River, Boonville is 20 miles east of Blackwater. Museums, attractions, and a bustling downtown welcome visitors to this historic railroad and river town. Hop on the Katy Trail and bike to Rocheport, which offers some of the best scenery along this former railroad route that’s been converted to a hiking and biking trail. This linear state park stretches 240 miles across mid-Missouri. Boonville, Columbia, and nearby towns offer private RV parks and glamping rentals, as well as campgrounds catering to cyclists.
When to Go
For the best camping weather, visit Blackwater during spring or fall, when daytime temperatures are good for outdoor recreation and nighttime temperatures are best for campfires. Summertime is generally hot and humid, but many visitors enjoy waterside fun to beat the heat.
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