The best dog-friendly camping near Independence

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Bringing your dog to Independence? You’ve got over 760 pet-friendly camping options, from shaded clearings to lakeside fields. Expect an average night to run about $39, with some sites dipping as low as $15. Top picks like Harmony Lake Farm Park & Playground (528 reviews), Milo Farm Sacred Land (295 reviews), and Green Acres at Red Brick Farmhouse (107 reviews) each welcome pets, offer hot showers, and allow campfires. You’ll find campsites where you can fish off the dock, spot wildlife at dawn, or saddle up for a trail ride. Independence camping is pet-friendly, practical, and easy to navigate—just leash up and explore.

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2. Where the Sun Rises and Sets

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34mi from Independence · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Experience the countryside with open views and stargazing opportunities. Enjoy pastured eggs, deer sightings, and the sounds of the neighbor's cattle from a quiet country road. Bird watchers can appreciate the morning serenades. Wildlife activity at night includes coyotes, owls, and frogs. Located 15 minutes east of Louisburg off of 69 highway, and 15 minutes west of Harrisonville off of 49 highway. The local sourdough bakery offers fresh goods on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. A local brewery is a 15-minute drive away, and Bourgmont Winery is situated 30 minutes northwest. If the garden is producing, visitors can help themselves to tomatoes. Yard games and the basketball hoop are available, with equipment to be put away afterward. The fire pit is also available for cooking and s'mores. Visitors are welcome to inquire about regenerative soil practices on the land. As we grow the garden and amend the soil, we hope to see repeat visitors in the years to come. While paths are mowed, they may not be maintained weekly like lawns, so some natural length should be expected. Bringing bug deterrent is recommended for comfort. Pets that are responsibly kept are welcome. Consideration of neighbors, the land and livestock is requested during your stay. Cash may be useful for additional goods and services onsite. (I.e. Freshly milled organic wheat bread, homemade kombucha and lacto-fermented sauerkraut) The tent and RV sites are drive-up accessible. For Civil War enthusiasts, the local site in Freeman is associated with Colonel Freeman and the Freeman's Regiment, Missouri Cavalry, organized in January 1864 and active in Missouri until disbanding in spring 1865.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
$16
 / night

4. Deer Lake Retreat

21mi from Independence · 1 site · Tent
Seated on a secluded one-acre site, Deer Lake Retreat offers a peaceful, primitive camping experience in the heart of nature. This cozy, private spot is perfect for those looking to disconnect and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. The camp features a covered camping structure with two twin mattresses, you must provide your own bedding. There’s plenty of space for an additional tent, allowing for a small group or family to enjoy the campsite. There is parking for up to three cars, the campsite is easy to access. The campsite is equipped with a fire pit and firewood provided. Tiki torches are provided but you must bring your own torch fuel. There’s also a table for food prep. This site has a porta potty but no shower or running water. Access to the lake for fishing, swimming and paddling is available but you’ll need to purchase a day pass through the City of Crystal Lakes website, which gives you access to all five lakes in the area. While swimming is allowed, we recommend you use the lakes as fishing and paddling only. Escape the hustle and bustle and experience the magic of private, lakeside camping. Well behaved pets are allowed.
Campfires
Toilets
from 
$75
 / night

Bringing your dog to Independence? You’ve got over 760 pet-friendly camping options, from shaded clearings to lakeside fields. Expect an average night to run about $39, with some sites dipping as low as $15. Top picks like Harmony Lake Farm Park & Playground (528 reviews), Milo Farm Sacred Land (295 reviews), and Green Acres at Red Brick Farmhouse (107 reviews) each welcome pets, offer hot showers, and allow campfires. You’ll find campsites where you can fish off the dock, spot wildlife at dawn, or saddle up for a trail ride. Independence camping is pet-friendly, practical, and easy to navigate—just leash up and explore.

96% (1.5K)

Top-rated campgrounds near Independence

2. Where the Sun Rises and Sets

100%
(1)
34mi from Independence · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Experience the countryside with open views and stargazing opportunities. Enjoy pastured eggs, deer sightings, and the sounds of the neighbor's cattle from a quiet country road. Bird watchers can appreciate the morning serenades. Wildlife activity at night includes coyotes, owls, and frogs. Located 15 minutes east of Louisburg off of 69 highway, and 15 minutes west of Harrisonville off of 49 highway. The local sourdough bakery offers fresh goods on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. A local brewery is a 15-minute drive away, and Bourgmont Winery is situated 30 minutes northwest. If the garden is producing, visitors can help themselves to tomatoes. Yard games and the basketball hoop are available, with equipment to be put away afterward. The fire pit is also available for cooking and s'mores. Visitors are welcome to inquire about regenerative soil practices on the land. As we grow the garden and amend the soil, we hope to see repeat visitors in the years to come. While paths are mowed, they may not be maintained weekly like lawns, so some natural length should be expected. Bringing bug deterrent is recommended for comfort. Pets that are responsibly kept are welcome. Consideration of neighbors, the land and livestock is requested during your stay. Cash may be useful for additional goods and services onsite. (I.e. Freshly milled organic wheat bread, homemade kombucha and lacto-fermented sauerkraut) The tent and RV sites are drive-up accessible. For Civil War enthusiasts, the local site in Freeman is associated with Colonel Freeman and the Freeman's Regiment, Missouri Cavalry, organized in January 1864 and active in Missouri until disbanding in spring 1865.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
$16
 / night

4. Deer Lake Retreat

21mi from Independence · 1 site · Tent
Seated on a secluded one-acre site, Deer Lake Retreat offers a peaceful, primitive camping experience in the heart of nature. This cozy, private spot is perfect for those looking to disconnect and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. The camp features a covered camping structure with two twin mattresses, you must provide your own bedding. There’s plenty of space for an additional tent, allowing for a small group or family to enjoy the campsite. There is parking for up to three cars, the campsite is easy to access. The campsite is equipped with a fire pit and firewood provided. Tiki torches are provided but you must bring your own torch fuel. There’s also a table for food prep. This site has a porta potty but no shower or running water. Access to the lake for fishing, swimming and paddling is available but you’ll need to purchase a day pass through the City of Crystal Lakes website, which gives you access to all five lakes in the area. While swimming is allowed, we recommend you use the lakes as fishing and paddling only. Escape the hustle and bustle and experience the magic of private, lakeside camping. Well behaved pets are allowed.
Campfires
Toilets
from 
$75
 / night

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