Camping near Boonville with horseback riding

Rivers, rails, and trails welcome visitors to this mid-Missouri town.

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Boonville

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Shadow Wood RV and tiny house

1 site · Tent3 acres · Auxvasse, MO

The property is 2.5 acres the top 150 to 200 feet is flat and can set up circle tent sites on then it slows down just a little and there are four available RV sites three with electric and water and the other one could have a hose and extension cord run to it. There is a tiny house that has electric and hydrant just outside for water. It is in the process of being completed with a bed and bath and kitchen area also have a hide a bed couch, microwave and toaster oven when finished

Rustik Rooster Farms

6 sites · RVs, Tents85 acres · Eldon, MO

Learn more about this land:We have the most beautiful location. A few minutes from Lake of the Ozarks. But our lake is hidden. But yet right on the main Highway. Our 7 acre lake is 27 feet deep. Catfish 18 to 30 lbs, bass 10lbs, large crappie, perch. Over 100 paddle fish 75lbs in size. You get to see some of the countries finest Akaushi Wagyu beef, and the finest pork in the country. The lake features a full size dock. No public access or fishing. If you like to fly rc aircraft we have a grass runway you can fly jets on. You can fly float planes off the pond. Then you have full access to the entire Lake of the Ozarks community.

Selby Farm Horse Retirement

10 sites · RVs, Tents75 acres · Wooldridge, MO

Summary: Easy access from I-70 Great views. Usually very quiet except for wildlife sounds Portapottie at both camping areas Great star viewing. Excellent conditions for pets Hosts live nearby 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 was 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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D'Ranch at Clearwater

10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Gravois Mills, MO

D'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.

Shadow Wood RV and tiny house

1 site · Tent3 acres · Auxvasse, MO

The property is 2.5 acres the top 150 to 200 feet is flat and can set up circle tent sites on then it slows down just a little and there are four available RV sites three with electric and water and the other one could have a hose and extension cord run to it. There is a tiny house that has electric and hydrant just outside for water. It is in the process of being completed with a bed and bath and kitchen area also have a hide a bed couch, microwave and toaster oven when finished

Selby Farm Horse Retirement

10 sites · RVs, Tents75 acres · Wooldridge, MO

Summary: Easy access from I-70 Great views. Usually very quiet except for wildlife sounds Portapottie at both camping areas Great star viewing. Excellent conditions for pets Hosts live nearby 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 was 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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Selby Farm Horse Retirement

10 sites · RVs, Tents75 acres · Wooldridge, MO

Summary: Easy access from I-70 Great views. Usually very quiet except for wildlife sounds Portapottie at both camping areas Great star viewing. Excellent conditions for pets Hosts live nearby 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 was 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.

Green Goat Cottage

1 site · Lodging40 acres · Fayette, MO

The cozy cottage has thick walls built of straw bales and plaster; many windows; wood stove; window air conditioner; electricity; hot/cold water; full kitchen with large refrigerator, electric stove/oven, double sink, and dishware; bathroom with full tub/shower, sink, compost toilet and washing machine. The upstairs has two bedrooms - one with two extra long twin beds that can be joined as king size (bedding supplied). Bring your queen air mattress or sleeping bags for the other bedroom. Access to upstairs is a firmly fixed leaning ladder. There are fields and ponds to explore. An outdoor fire pit is available for those cool nights under the stars. If you want bring your horses there is a fenced area for boarding and water available. You may park trailer on property. Extra $10 @ night per horse. Numerous Conservation Areas within 15 to 30 minutes with multiple trails, lakes and more.

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D'Ranch at Clearwater

10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Gravois Mills, MO

D'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.

Shadow Wood RV and tiny house

1 site · Tent3 acres · Auxvasse, MO

The property is 2.5 acres the top 150 to 200 feet is flat and can set up circle tent sites on then it slows down just a little and there are four available RV sites three with electric and water and the other one could have a hose and extension cord run to it. There is a tiny house that has electric and hydrant just outside for water. It is in the process of being completed with a bed and bath and kitchen area also have a hide a bed couch, microwave and toaster oven when finished

Rustik Rooster Farms

6 sites · RVs, Tents85 acres · Eldon, MO

Learn more about this land:We have the most beautiful location. A few minutes from Lake of the Ozarks. But our lake is hidden. But yet right on the main Highway. Our 7 acre lake is 27 feet deep. Catfish 18 to 30 lbs, bass 10lbs, large crappie, perch. Over 100 paddle fish 75lbs in size. You get to see some of the countries finest Akaushi Wagyu beef, and the finest pork in the country. The lake features a full size dock. No public access or fishing. If you like to fly rc aircraft we have a grass runway you can fly jets on. You can fly float planes off the pond. Then you have full access to the entire Lake of the Ozarks community.

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D'Ranch at Clearwater

10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Gravois Mills, MO

D'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.

Rustik Rooster Farms

6 sites · RVs, Tents85 acres · Eldon, MO

Learn more about this land:We have the most beautiful location. A few minutes from Lake of the Ozarks. But our lake is hidden. But yet right on the main Highway. Our 7 acre lake is 27 feet deep. Catfish 18 to 30 lbs, bass 10lbs, large crappie, perch. Over 100 paddle fish 75lbs in size. You get to see some of the countries finest Akaushi Wagyu beef, and the finest pork in the country. The lake features a full size dock. No public access or fishing. If you like to fly rc aircraft we have a grass runway you can fly jets on. You can fly float planes off the pond. Then you have full access to the entire Lake of the Ozarks community.

Selby Farm Horse Retirement

10 sites · RVs, Tents75 acres · Wooldridge, MO

Summary: Easy access from I-70 Great views. Usually very quiet except for wildlife sounds Portapottie at both camping areas Great star viewing. Excellent conditions for pets Hosts live nearby 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 was 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.

Green Goat Cottage

1 site · Lodging40 acres · Fayette, MO

The cozy cottage has thick walls built of straw bales and plaster; many windows; wood stove; window air conditioner; electricity; hot/cold water; full kitchen with large refrigerator, electric stove/oven, double sink, and dishware; bathroom with full tub/shower, sink, compost toilet and washing machine. The upstairs has two bedrooms - one with two extra long twin beds that can be joined as king size (bedding supplied). Bring your queen air mattress or sleeping bags for the other bedroom. Access to upstairs is a firmly fixed leaning ladder. There are fields and ponds to explore. An outdoor fire pit is available for those cool nights under the stars. If you want bring your horses there is a fenced area for boarding and water available. You may park trailer on property. Extra $10 @ night per horse. Numerous Conservation Areas within 15 to 30 minutes with multiple trails, lakes and more.

Shadow Wood RV and tiny house

1 site · Tent3 acres · Auxvasse, MO

The property is 2.5 acres the top 150 to 200 feet is flat and can set up circle tent sites on then it slows down just a little and there are four available RV sites three with electric and water and the other one could have a hose and extension cord run to it. There is a tiny house that has electric and hydrant just outside for water. It is in the process of being completed with a bed and bath and kitchen area also have a hide a bed couch, microwave and toaster oven when finished

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Knob Noster State Park

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Camping near Boonville with horseback riding guide

Overview

One of Boonville’s local museums is named the River, Rails & Trails Museum—and that just about sums up this town’s history. While the Missouri River and railways once brought travelers through town, today’s visitors might be biking the famed Katy Trail or driving Interstate 70 across mid-Missouri. In addition to the local museums, Boonville offers a charming downtown and plenty of nearby natural areas to explore. Those looking for a camping spot nearby will find private RV parks and glamping rentals. Public campgrounds operated by the Missouri Department of Fish & Wildlife are found at Roberts Bluff and Harriman Hill Access.

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Katy Trail

Have you ever wanted to bike 240 miles? You can in Missouri, thanks to the Katy Trail. This linear state park straddles a rail-to-trail conversion that crosses the middle of the Show-Me State, with tantalizing views of prairies, hills, and woodlands. A number of towns along the route offer refreshing stops, with restaurants and accommodations catering to cyclists. Campgrounds offer tent and RV sites, some with hookups. You may also find unique glamping rentals nearby.

Columbia

Columbia is the heart of Missouri geographically and home to the state’s flagship university. The population swells during the school year, adding energy to the already-vibrant downtown area, which boasts an eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, breweries, and more. Private RV resorts are available, offering amenities such as full hookups and free wifi. Public campgrounds can be accessed at Finger Lakes State Park, just outside of town. This park is a recreational hub, with fishing, paddling, and ATV riding.

Arrow Rock State Historic Site

Arrow Rock State Historic Site and Park lies just over 20 minutes northwest of Boonville, providing history, recreation, and camping. Several remnants of a small town built in the 1800s along the Missouri River have been preserved, allowing visitors to step back in time. For outdoor recreation, toss a line in the fishing pond or hit the trails. The park campground offers tent and RV sites, some with electric and full hookups.

When to go

Missouri experiences all four seasons heartily, offering great variations in temperatures and precipitation. Summers can get above 90°F with added humidity, while spring and fall are generally mild with occasional rain. The woodlands around Boonville are especially scenic in October, as the leaves change. Winter generally isn’t the best time for camping, as temperatures drop below freezing with the possibility of snow and ice.

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