The best campgrounds near Kirksville, Missouri with a private bathroom

In Kirksville, you’ll find over 780 camping sites equipped with toilets, so you won’t need to rough it. Prices average $90 a night, but you can snag a spot for as little as $30. Campsites here cover a range of terrain—wooded lots, rolling fields, and tucked-away spots perfect for wildlife-watching or snow sports when the season hits. Look for showers, pet-friendly rules, and campfires allowed at many locations. Local favorites include Whitetail Tent Camping (9 reviews), Ubuntu Treehouse (6 reviews), and Escape to North River Glamping (1 review). Get ready for hiking trails that wind through quiet woods and plenty of chances to spot deer at dawn. Forget the guesswork—facilities and clean toilets are a given at every camp on this list.

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In Kirksville, you’ll find over 780 camping sites equipped with toilets, so you won’t need to rough it. Prices average $90 a night, but you can snag a spot for as little as $30. Campsites here cover a range of terrain—wooded lots, rolling fields, and tucked-away spots perfect for wildlife-watching or snow sports when the season hits. Look for showers, pet-friendly rules, and campfires allowed at many locations. Local favorites include Whitetail Tent Camping (9 reviews), Ubuntu Treehouse (6 reviews), and Escape to North River Glamping (1 review). Get ready for hiking trails that wind through quiet woods and plenty of chances to spot deer at dawn. Forget the guesswork—facilities and clean toilets are a given at every camp on this list.

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1. Escape to North River Glamping

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44mi from Kirksville · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Shelbyville, MO

Settle into The Grove at North River Ranch, a lovely glampground on our 2200 acre working regenerative ranch. Look out on the pond, under the shade of oak, maple and honey locusts. Hike a trail through forested paths, around beautiful wide pastures. Look for protected birds on our Audubon Certified property, and observe deer, fox, beavers and other wildlife in their natural, balanced environment. Enjoy quiet, restful sleep in furnished platform tents with quality linens and handcrafted quilts under beautiful, unobstructed starry skies.

2. Quiet Country Farmland

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47mi from Kirksville · 1 site · Lodging · Kahoka, MO

Escape to 43 acres of rolling pasture and open fields, complete with two peaceful ponds and wide-open skies. Relax in a hammock beneath the trees, roast s’mores over a campfire, fish in the pond, or simply enjoy a quiet walk through nature. You may even see some cows, sheep, or horses grazing nearby. This secluded retreat is accessed via a one-mile gravel road that leads to a private dirt lane. Across the road lies our 300-acre working farm, where livestock and guardian dogs typically roam and graze.

3. Chief’s Lookout

28mi from Kirksville · 4 sites · Lodging · Moulton, IA

Two cozy guest cabins (Amish made)that can sleep up to 4 a piece and a kitchen cabin (Chief Keokuk) that also sleeps four. Tucked in a serene wooded cove with a small pond, great for swimming and fishing. Located just two miles North of the Missouri border, and 7 miles south of Moulton, IA. The kitchen cabin has a full bathroom and full kitchen. There is a community fire pit on the patio with three picnic tables offered, horse shoe pit, and a deer hanging post and first come first serve dog kennel with dog house. It is located 2 miles away from 3,000 acres of public hunting land in Iowa, called Sedan Bottoms and a couple miles away from about 3,500 acres of public hunting in Missouri and it’s called Rebels Cove.

4. Whitetail Tent Camping

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50mi from Kirksville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Keosauqua, IA

Camping, (Fishinfg at 2 of our sights) Enjoying a campfire and sometimes even petting Pedro the donkey! Learn more about this land: Nestled into the center of historic and scenic Van Buren County (where there are more Whitetail Deer than people) You are a 5 minute drive away from The Des Moines River which is great for kayaking, boating and fishing. You’re also 5 minutes away from Lacey State Park, which has a 30 acre lake. Lacey Lake also has a sandy beach area and over 13 miles of trails to hike on. If you like to go fishing and boating, Lake Sugema, a 579 acre lake, is a 10 minute drive from this campsite. If you’re into horseback riding, you’ll be camping 19 miles from where you can rent a horse and ride on 25 miles of trails in Shimek State Forest, just east of Farmington, Iowa.

Public campgrounds near Kirksville

Thousand Hills Campground

3.9mi from Kirksville · 57 sites · Tents, RVs · in Thousand Hills State Park

Long Branch Campground

30mi from Kirksville · 72 sites · Tents, RVs · in Long Branch State Park

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Lake Wapello Campground

43mi from Kirksville · 93 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Wapello State Park

Pershing Campground

45mi from Kirksville · 38 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pershing State Park

Lacey-Keosauqua Campground

47mi from Kirksville · 82 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lacey-Keosauqua State Park

Island View Campground

47mi from Kirksville · 188 sites · Tents, RVs · in Rathbun Lake

Buck Creek Campground

48mi from Kirksville · 42 sites · Tents, RVs · in Rathbun Lake

Honey Creek Campground

50mi from Kirksville · 152 sites · Tents, RVs · in Honey Creek State Park

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Prairie Ridge Park Campground

50mi from Kirksville · 55 sites · Tents, RVs · in Rathbun Lake

Stories from the community

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Alexandria

3 weeks ago

2 nights at Quiet Country Farmland

What a beautiful experience! My husband and I had the perfect getaway at the little red cabin. Betsy and Dan were awesome hosts and made sure we had such a good time. Waking up to views of the sunrise over the pond and sheep in the nearby field was magic. We cooked all of our meals over the campfire and stargazed at night. I asked about animals and Dan was kind enough to take us on a tour of the farm! What a cool experience. We also made sure to stop in town on our way out to grab some of their meat at the Trading Co. to take home. Can’t beat the price or quality! Don’t miss that awesome shop with all kinds of local treats! We took advantage of the coffee and popcorn provided and the cozy blankets for the campfire at night. We love camping but also love having heat and a cozy bed to sleep in. This was the perfect middle ground. Make sure you bring all of your cooking and cleaning items if you plan to make meals there. There were disposable cups, plates, utensils, etc. provided. The PERFECT place to relax and recharge. We can’t wait to visit again!

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Asher

October 2025

1 night at Quiet Country Farmland

From the second that I arrived Dan and Betsy were the absolute best hosts anyone could ask for. The cabin offered a quiet and cozy experience along with an amazing outdoor experience. Stunning views mixed with a calming atmosphere made an incredible stay. Not only was this experience delightful because of the distance into the country, it was amazing because it is a fully functional farm. Dan was able to give me a complete tour of the farm which included : horses, sheep, pigs and cows. He has a world class facility and the best part is he let me purchase %100 grass fed lamb and beef. Overall the stay was absolutely fantastic and I will continue to come back to learn more about where my food is grown and made and find a calming stay where I know I can connect with nature!

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Eric

August 2025

16 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Escape to North River Glamping

Abslolutely loved the place, would highly recommene it to anybody. Just beautiful.

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Jager

August 2025

Tent

3 nights at Whitetail Tent Camping

Me and my wife really enjoyed our stay at whitetail tent camping. It was a cool setup right next to a beautiful pond and nice and secluded from everything.

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Michael

May 2025

Tent

Group trip

4 nights at Whitetail Tent Camping

Charles was an awesome host! Helped load up my gear! Gave me some fishing recommendations. Great spot! Super quiet. Great pond to fish in and some pretty cool albino channel cats! Very great experience! Will definitely be coming back!

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Jacob

May 2025

Tent

Group trip

4 nights at Whitetail Tent Camping

Super nice and really helpful really cool area super cool fish

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Pete

October 2024

Tent

1 night at Whitetail Tent Camping

This was a delightful, peaceful location and Charles went out of his way to ensure that I arrived safely. My stay coincided with a big wind storm and he not only offered a more sheltered site, but to help pitch the tent if needed. The site was nestled right beside a pond and the gentle lapping of water sent me off to sleep in no time. Up early on the morning, I watched the stars until the sun rise. This was my first stay here, and I am sure it won't be the last.