Discover the best campgrounds near Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri with wildlife watching

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Missouri
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Fort Leonard Wood

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Riverbend RV Park and Campground

15 sites · RVs, Tents23 acres · Macks Creek, MO

Our small owner operated campground sits high above the Niangua River. Situated below Tunnel Dam and the locally famous Whistle, we have 250’ 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.

DnD Lakefront Campground Lake Ozark

6 sites · Tents15 acres · Sunrise Beach, MO

Pitch your tent in our Lakefront campsites at DnD Lakeside Campground and have access to your own picnic table and fire ring on the shores of the beautiful Lake of The Ozarks, one of the Midwest's premier boating and lake fun destinations. Swim, fish and float in our quiet cove, take walks up our hiking trails and end your day enjoying the night sky sitting next to a fire. We are close to Ha Ha Tonka State Park, Bridal Cave, many lakefront bars and restaurants and The Ozark Amphitheater. We are at the starting line of the LOZ Annual Shootout, a fast-paced boating event benefiting local fire and rescue agencies, held the last weekend in August. Make sure to book early for summer holiday weekends. Discounted prices for weekday rentals available. Limited boat slip rentals available for a fee.

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Ozarks Piney Bend Riverfront

6 sites · Lodging, Tents7 acres · Dixon, MO

Experience the Missouri Ozarks in all it's glory! Our property sits on 7 acres running on both sides of the beautiful, crystal clear Big Piney River. We sit right at the bottom of a beautiful bluff and just about 100 feet from the water! We have a dry cabin, with outdoor water spigot available. Concrete pad with electric and water hookups perfect for a small camper. We also own a large beautiful sand bar on the Big Piney River perfect for setting up your tent or hammock camping (only accessible by swimming or kayak, which we can provide)

Wildflower Camp, Hike + Swim

4 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Eldon, MO

We have a 60 acre property with plenty of space to explore. There is a maintained trail and a year-round creek that runs through the valley. Our spring-fed pond is perfect for swimming or paddling around in your canoe. If you're feeling adventurous, you can hike along the creek a ways to a beautiful waterfall.

Peaceful Tent Camping

2 sites · Tents20 acres · Dixon, MO

Learn more about this land:We offer a peaceful setting with a wonderful lake view. You can fish for crappie, bass, catfish, blue gil, goggleye and perch. Take a hike around the farm and maybe see some cows and wildlife. Or sit around a camp fire telling stories and enjoying the stars.

12 top campgrounds near Fort Leonard Wood with wildlife watching

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Ozarks Piney Bend Riverfront

6 sites · Lodging, Tents7 acres · Dixon, MO

Experience the Missouri Ozarks in all it's glory! Our property sits on 7 acres running on both sides of the beautiful, crystal clear Big Piney River. We sit right at the bottom of a beautiful bluff and just about 100 feet from the water! We have a dry cabin, with outdoor water spigot available. Concrete pad with electric and water hookups perfect for a small camper. We also own a large beautiful sand bar on the Big Piney River perfect for setting up your tent or hammock camping (only accessible by swimming or kayak, which we can provide)

Peaceful Tent Camping

2 sites · Tents20 acres · Dixon, MO

Learn more about this land:We offer a peaceful setting with a wonderful lake view. You can fish for crappie, bass, catfish, blue gil, goggleye and perch. Take a hike around the farm and maybe see some cows and wildlife. Or sit around a camp fire telling stories and enjoying the stars.

Wildflower Camp, Hike + Swim

4 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Eldon, MO

We have a 60 acre property with plenty of space to explore. There is a maintained trail and a year-round creek that runs through the valley. Our spring-fed pond is perfect for swimming or paddling around in your canoe. If you're feeling adventurous, you can hike along the creek a ways to a beautiful waterfall.

Riverbend RV Park and Campground

15 sites · RVs, Tents23 acres · Macks Creek, MO

Our small owner operated campground sits high above the Niangua River. Situated below Tunnel Dam and the locally famous Whistle, we have 250’ 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.

DnD Lakefront Campground Lake Ozark

6 sites · Tents15 acres · Sunrise Beach, MO

Pitch your tent in our Lakefront campsites at DnD Lakeside Campground and have access to your own picnic table and fire ring on the shores of the beautiful Lake of The Ozarks, one of the Midwest's premier boating and lake fun destinations. Swim, fish and float in our quiet cove, take walks up our hiking trails and end your day enjoying the night sky sitting next to a fire. We are close to Ha Ha Tonka State Park, Bridal Cave, many lakefront bars and restaurants and The Ozark Amphitheater. We are at the starting line of the LOZ Annual Shootout, a fast-paced boating event benefiting local fire and rescue agencies, held the last weekend in August. Make sure to book early for summer holiday weekends. Discounted prices for weekday rentals available. Limited boat slip rentals available for a fee.

Dewberry Acres Homestead

16 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Dixon, MO

Enjoy a break from the hustle and bustle on our 40 acre homestead. Enjoy watching our animals graze and frolic for a unique ambiance. We have rare chickens & sheep breeds, goats, Norbie (the pig), 2 old horses, a few mini dexter cows and geese to bring delight to everyone! We are always excited to let you help with animal chores if you want an immersive experience of homesteading life. Make sure to bring mud boots! We have several unique activities if you are intrigued to learn, or you can chill and have a quiet time in nature. Some interests we teach: wildcrafting and using medicinal weeds/herbs, gardening, milking sheep/goats, and working with/spinning wool! We are under major repairs and are slightly messy in some areas as we are renovating a broken-down bluegrass festival campground that has been falling apart for a few years. We are 30 miles north of Fort Leonard Wood on easy access roads. We can accommodate big and small rigs and tents. We are 20 minutes from kayaking on the Gasconade River, and approximately 45 minutes from Lake Ozark area.

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Hannah Hills Farm, Away from it all

10 sites · Tents236 acres · Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Learn more about this land:Hannah Hills Farm offers fields, forest, and meadows. Chose your site and explore either the farm or the attached thousand odd acers of the Mark Twain National Forrest. Most of the area is unspoiled and has no marked trails. As you hike through the wilderness, you are all but guaranteed to not see another person! There are three ponds located on this farm and all are secluded and safe for wading in. Or head up to the home stead and see what we are doing establishing our free range farm. Water is available at the home site. If you are visiting the Fort Lenard Wood area, the base is just ten minute drive away, you may even see some Warthog Jets flying by! Site 9 and 10 are not suitable for trailers/campers. All locations are approximate and flexible primitive locations. Each site is secluded enough that you will not be bothered by other campers, or even see their camp fires. Please note that wile all areas are technically accessible by a standard car, wet weather can make it difficult. Trucks are recommended. Much of the farm is very wild and you will not see any influences by man in the land scape.

Slabtown Horse Camp LLC

27 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Plato, MO

Set up as a 27 site horse campground in the middle of Paddy Creek Wilderness in the middle of the Mark Twain National Forest . Hiking trails , Big Piney River nearby for fishing ,floating and swimming . Short drive to various other attractions . Open to all camper with understanding horse camp rules

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Bent Tree Farm

10 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · Falcon, MO

Learn more about this land: Stocked pond, shooting range, pedal boat, archery, axe throwing, motorcycle/ATV/UTV/equine trails. River access 2 miles from property. Our property borders thousands of acres of national forest. A nature lovers paradise. The trails are gorgeous, with plenty of terrain features to satisfy any hiker. Serene, quiet environment with no light pollution or noise.

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B Berry Farms & Co.

14 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents42 acres · Elkland, MO

Would you like to try something different than your everyday routine? Well, then come on out to a little place in the country to unplug, unwind, or just enjoy life that's all around you. Our little spot is called B Berry Farms and Co. We are a 40-acre family U-Pick Berry farm and 24-hour Campground with 5 RV spots with 20 amp or 30 amp electricity your choice. And we are right in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks with over 4,000 you-pick Berry bushes (and fresh produce in 24' )covering, 7 acres we have something for almost everyone. If you want cleaner health products in your life then we can help you with that as well, We are also a natural skin care product manufacturer. Either Bonding by the wood-fired stove in our bunkhouse or cuddling up in the chairs outside enjoying hot cocoa as it snows. Just looking off into the distance and seeing the sun setting with bursting colors over the rows and rows of berries. Experience a darker night sky than most are used to. Or walk the many acres of colored coated diverse trails, enjoy 2 horseshoes pitching areas, pick delicious berries, throw axes at a log target, swing on several adult swings, play an intense game of pool on our table, climb a 12-foot high wall, enjoy our 10' bouncing net hanging from the ceiling, play in the many sandboxes, sweat out a game with a 35' professional Volleyball net (ball provided)and badminton(we have rackets and birdies), play in the water cube as it sprays in all directions or our new WATERPARK play area ( 95' kids Zipline, 9'x9' colored swing net, 2 swings, 14' fireman's pole, monkey bars, rock climbing walls) and so many more things to do. Hot showers,and 2 solar heated shower houses (seasonal frost to frost), 2 restrooms, hand washing station, and hand laundry tube. We sell farm fresh eggs, and baked goods(homemade breads, cinnamon rolls, cookies, muffins, and many fresh seasonal vegetables as well picked to order.

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Haven Hollow

1 site · RV50 acres · Rolla, MO

Learn more about this land: BIG SKY. FRESH AIR. QUIET COUNTRY Enjoy the country on 50 beautiful acres. Nearly 2 miles of walking trails on-site. Enjoy a stroll around the pond or down to the creak before sitting back for a campfire. Located less than ten minutes from Rolla. RV camping only. No tent camping. No car camping. We do not have public restrooms.

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I-44 Rte 66 Bennett Springs Farm

20 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Phillipsburg, MO

Great for dry camping or parking near the home for water (with hose) and electrical (with extension cord connected to 15-amp standard household outlet - you need adapter). Functional farm for animal lovers - goats, sheep, ducks, turkeys, guinea fowl, chickens (Animals vary by time of year). Pond has fish. Short drive to Lebanon (all amenities), Bennett Spring State Park, and Springfield. 1.5 hours to Branson, Table Rock Lake, and other state parks. Fresh eggs included with advance request (Max 8 subject to availability) Vehicles + trailers (combined) greater than 30 feet not recommended when grounds are wet. May be difficult to turn around.

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Lake of the Ozarks State Park

Osage Beach, Missouri

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Mark Twain National Forest

Bunker, Missouri

Bennett Spring State Park

Bennett Springs, Missouri

Camping near Fort Leonard Wood with wildlife watching guide

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