98% (47) • 14 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Dexter
Scottish Highland Cattle Ranch
1. Scottish Highland Cattle Ranch
100%
(12)
36mi from Dexter · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:
We have five campsites in 135 acres of acres of forest and ranch land in our working cattle and sheep ranch. Located in a serene valley in the Ozark Highlands, the Ranch has Sheep, Scottish Highland Cattle, Chickens, Ducks and Great Pyrenees livestock guard dogs (only in the sheep pastures - and they are friendly). If you want to meet our animals and see the farm we are happy to show you around!
This is a unique site located in the Ozark Highlands. Only 45 minutes from Cape Girardeau (a small river town on the Mississippi), and 45 minutes from the Arcadia Valley including Taum Sauk mountain (the highest point in Missouri), Elephant Rocks, the Johnston Shutins, and other beautiful areas in the highlands.
The farm is five minutes from Marble Hill, which is home to the Bollinger County Natural History museum which highlights the only dinosaur bones found in Missouri. The bones were found at a farm in Glennallen (a few minutes from our farm) as well as a great barbeque (Jay’s Restaurant) and a good catfish restaurant (Jers Restaurant). On the way to our farm, feel free to stop at the 1,700 foot deep artesian well to get a cool, refreshing jug of natural artesian well water – the water is free, but you have to bring your own containers!
We are two and a half hours southwest of St. Louis, and two and half hours northwest of Memphis.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$24
/ night
Saco Valley Farm, LLC
2. Saco Valley Farm, LLC
98%
(27)
48mi from Dexter · 2 sites
Camp, Swim, BBQ, wade the creek, enjoy the campfire!
Primitive Camping. Very Private. Water is cool and clear.
Open to the stars. A great place to commune with nature, or enjoy some peace and quiet!
12 mile creek runs directly through our property.
Shallow and deep all throughout. Great for wading, swimming, floating, kayaking. Great small mouth fishing! We are approximately one mile by water from the St. Francois River. We have kayaked down the creek to the river for many years.
The farm is very rural. We are 16 miles to the closest gas station, and 25 miles to town. There is no internet. Cell phone service is spotty at best.
Currently a working farm, we have 2 high tunnels on the property behind the house, and our original market garden.
Across the creek we are finishing up our 5 acre agroforestry planting. 3 acres of elderberries and 2 acres of blackberries.
28 acres, 3 on one side, and 25 on the other.
The farm is located approximately 2 hours south of St. Louis.
Fredericktown is 30 mins away. Food, Drinks, Golf, and Lalo's Mexican Restaurant! There are a ton of local antique shops, and outdoor activities.
Local places of interest:
Amidon
Arcadia Valley
Black River
Bonne Terre Mine
Elephant Rocks
Johnson Shut Ins
Mill Stream Gardens
One Nation Paintball Park
Sam A. Baker State Park
Saco Valley Farmstand
Sherpher Mountain Bike Park
Silvermines
Taum Sauk Mountain
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$35
/ night
Apple Ridge Orchard
3. Apple Ridge Orchard
20mi from Dexter · 2 sites
Experience the serenity of Apple Ridge Orchard in Sikeston, Missouri, a welcoming family-owned farm that offers a unique stay in the heart of Southeast Missouri. Whether you are traveling in a large rig or a smaller van, the spacious and level RV sites provide a peaceful countryside home base surrounded by rolling fields and fresh air.
The property offers a quiet and educational atmosphere perfect for those looking to slow down and reconnect with the land. While you enjoy the solitude of the farm, you are also within a short drive of Big Oak Tree State Park and Mingo National Wildlife Refuge for further outdoor exploration.
Spacious sites include electrical hookups and water access, making it an easy and convenient stop for all types of vehicles. With seasonal fields and a friendly farm environment, it is a perfect slice of Missouri farm life designed for a restful and authentic stay.
We have recently added electric and water hook ups, right off of Highway BB so when you look at the Google map, it shows several buildings. But those have all been removed.
So the location is correct, but the Google image is stated.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
$40
/ night
13 Oaks Farm
4. 13 Oaks Farm
94%
(9)
24mi from Dexter · 2 sites
Learn more about this land:We are a working farm and welcome you to dry camp in our pasture. Deer frequently graze passed. Fall asleep to the sounds of frogs and nature. The Black River public access is 1 mile away where you can put a boat in or fish from the banks. The gateway to the Ozark and the three rivers, our area provides a great spot to get to your next camp.
Pets
from
$45
/ night
Commerce, MO
5. Commerce, MO
100%
(6)
38mi from Dexter · 4 sites
The Village of Commerce is located halfway between St.Louis and Memphis. Commerce has an unobstructed view of the Mississippi without a levee.
from
$40
/ night
Leo's Cabin
6. Leo's Cabin
100%
(2)
48mi from Dexter · 1 site
Our mid-size cabin sits on a horse ranch near the beautiful Current River. A 2 bedroom, one bath with sink, shower and compost toilet, full kitchen, and comfortable living area. The property features a very large wrap-around deck with stunning views of our horse pasture that is perfect for relaxing and entertaining. A short drive will gain you access to all there is to offer in the area. Whether you are looking to enjoy Current River or just want a getaway, we have you covered! If you happen to be looking for a place to view the eclipse next April, you couldn't find a better location!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$100
/ night
98% (47) • 14 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Dexter
Scottish Highland Cattle Ranch
1. Scottish Highland Cattle Ranch
100%
(12)
36mi from Dexter · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:
We have five campsites in 135 acres of acres of forest and ranch land in our working cattle and sheep ranch. Located in a serene valley in the Ozark Highlands, the Ranch has Sheep, Scottish Highland Cattle, Chickens, Ducks and Great Pyrenees livestock guard dogs (only in the sheep pastures - and they are friendly). If you want to meet our animals and see the farm we are happy to show you around!
This is a unique site located in the Ozark Highlands. Only 45 minutes from Cape Girardeau (a small river town on the Mississippi), and 45 minutes from the Arcadia Valley including Taum Sauk mountain (the highest point in Missouri), Elephant Rocks, the Johnston Shutins, and other beautiful areas in the highlands.
The farm is five minutes from Marble Hill, which is home to the Bollinger County Natural History museum which highlights the only dinosaur bones found in Missouri. The bones were found at a farm in Glennallen (a few minutes from our farm) as well as a great barbeque (Jay’s Restaurant) and a good catfish restaurant (Jers Restaurant). On the way to our farm, feel free to stop at the 1,700 foot deep artesian well to get a cool, refreshing jug of natural artesian well water – the water is free, but you have to bring your own containers!
We are two and a half hours southwest of St. Louis, and two and half hours northwest of Memphis.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$24
/ night
Saco Valley Farm, LLC
2. Saco Valley Farm, LLC
98%
(27)
48mi from Dexter · 2 sites
Camp, Swim, BBQ, wade the creek, enjoy the campfire!
Primitive Camping. Very Private. Water is cool and clear.
Open to the stars. A great place to commune with nature, or enjoy some peace and quiet!
12 mile creek runs directly through our property.
Shallow and deep all throughout. Great for wading, swimming, floating, kayaking. Great small mouth fishing! We are approximately one mile by water from the St. Francois River. We have kayaked down the creek to the river for many years.
The farm is very rural. We are 16 miles to the closest gas station, and 25 miles to town. There is no internet. Cell phone service is spotty at best.
Currently a working farm, we have 2 high tunnels on the property behind the house, and our original market garden.
Across the creek we are finishing up our 5 acre agroforestry planting. 3 acres of elderberries and 2 acres of blackberries.
28 acres, 3 on one side, and 25 on the other.
The farm is located approximately 2 hours south of St. Louis.
Fredericktown is 30 mins away. Food, Drinks, Golf, and Lalo's Mexican Restaurant! There are a ton of local antique shops, and outdoor activities.
Local places of interest:
Amidon
Arcadia Valley
Black River
Bonne Terre Mine
Elephant Rocks
Johnson Shut Ins
Mill Stream Gardens
One Nation Paintball Park
Sam A. Baker State Park
Saco Valley Farmstand
Sherpher Mountain Bike Park
Silvermines
Taum Sauk Mountain
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$35
/ night
Apple Ridge Orchard
3. Apple Ridge Orchard
20mi from Dexter · 2 sites
Experience the serenity of Apple Ridge Orchard in Sikeston, Missouri, a welcoming family-owned farm that offers a unique stay in the heart of Southeast Missouri. Whether you are traveling in a large rig or a smaller van, the spacious and level RV sites provide a peaceful countryside home base surrounded by rolling fields and fresh air.
The property offers a quiet and educational atmosphere perfect for those looking to slow down and reconnect with the land. While you enjoy the solitude of the farm, you are also within a short drive of Big Oak Tree State Park and Mingo National Wildlife Refuge for further outdoor exploration.
Spacious sites include electrical hookups and water access, making it an easy and convenient stop for all types of vehicles. With seasonal fields and a friendly farm environment, it is a perfect slice of Missouri farm life designed for a restful and authentic stay.
We have recently added electric and water hook ups, right off of Highway BB so when you look at the Google map, it shows several buildings. But those have all been removed.
So the location is correct, but the Google image is stated.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
$40
/ night
13 Oaks Farm
4. 13 Oaks Farm
94%
(9)
24mi from Dexter · 2 sites
Learn more about this land:We are a working farm and welcome you to dry camp in our pasture. Deer frequently graze passed. Fall asleep to the sounds of frogs and nature. The Black River public access is 1 mile away where you can put a boat in or fish from the banks. The gateway to the Ozark and the three rivers, our area provides a great spot to get to your next camp.
Pets
from
$45
/ night
Commerce, MO
5. Commerce, MO
100%
(6)
38mi from Dexter · 4 sites
The Village of Commerce is located halfway between St.Louis and Memphis. Commerce has an unobstructed view of the Mississippi without a levee.
from
$40
/ night
Leo's Cabin
6. Leo's Cabin
100%
(2)
48mi from Dexter · 1 site
Our mid-size cabin sits on a horse ranch near the beautiful Current River. A 2 bedroom, one bath with sink, shower and compost toilet, full kitchen, and comfortable living area. The property features a very large wrap-around deck with stunning views of our horse pasture that is perfect for relaxing and entertaining. A short drive will gain you access to all there is to offer in the area. Whether you are looking to enjoy Current River or just want a getaway, we have you covered! If you happen to be looking for a place to view the eclipse next April, you couldn't find a better location!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$100
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Bryan
October 2025
Tent
Site #3 was an awesome, serene spot. We went in October, so the water is a bit cold. We waded around with the dogs, and THEY had a blast swimming here, but we mostly enjoyed the view. It was extremely secluded and a perfect getaway. We WILL be returning next year during the summer to take advantage of that swimming hole.
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Greg
October 2025
Tent
With pets
We absolutely loved this spot! We made it back to the camp spot in a two wheel drive highlander but we left a little early due to a storm coming and we were nervous we may not make it back out without 4 wheel drive. We swam and had a great time. It's a beautiful secluded places and that's exactly what we wanted. We will definitely come back.
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Bobby
September 2025
Tent
With kids
We had such a wonderful experience tent camping at Melissa’s land. The property is peaceful and spacious, with plenty of room to set up comfortably. The highlight for us was the beautiful, clear water nearby—perfect for cooling off and just soaking in the natural beauty. Evenings were just as magical: sitting around a crackling campfire under a clear night sky full of stars made the whole stay unforgettable.
If you’re looking for a quiet, relaxing getaway where you can connect with nature, this is the perfect spot. We’ll definitely be back!
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Kristin
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Another perfect weekend! We loved the site so much this is our 2nd trip in one month!
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August 2025
Tent
With pets
Absolutely perfect secluded primitive swimming hole spot, just as described. Loved it so much we immediately booked it again for our next camping weekend! Be aware gps may take you to the owner’s home on the opposite side of the creek from the campsites. The correct road into the site has a hipcamp sign clearly displayed.
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Christopher
July 2025
Tent
Another great stay. Road in was mowed which was nice. Very enjoyable weekend.
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Natasha
June 2025
Tent
Staying on Ed and Terri's farm was absolutely wonderful. They made us feel so welcome, we got to meet all the animals and learn about how they run the farm. We stayed right by the animals and watched the fireflies at night. The next day we bought some of their produce, the sheep's milk is amazing. Thanks so much, we can't wait to come back
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Nicolas
June 2025
Tent
Stayed at Site 3 and it was awesome. Had a blast with the dogs. You are camping in the woods for sure. It is super rocky and in the wooded areas there’s a ton of ticks so just come prepared and you’ll have the most peaceful time. Private and perfect for swimming.
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Jim
May 2025
Tent
This was our third consecutive year staying at campsite #3 and the site has continued to improve each year. The site is quiet, secluded and beautiful. I can't recommended it enough for a one night or long weekend stay. We will be coming back again with our dogs to enjoy the swimming hole on a warm day.
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shadrick
May 2025
Tent
Very secluded, lovely camping spot. Cant wait to go back.
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Ken
December 2024
Tent
With pets
Beautiful site just between the pond and the Scottish Highland pasture. The animals are friendly and came to the fence to say hello several times. Ed was a wonderful host - attentive, friendly, and accommodating. He helped us bring our gear to and from the site and brought us more firewood when we needed it.
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