The best campgrounds near Lowry City, Missouri with swimming

If you’re hunting for RV camping with swimming near Lowry City, you’re in luck—this stretch of Missouri delivers over 360 campgrounds where you can cool off in rivers, creeks, or shimmering lakes. Expect a no-fuss camping scene: sites average $32 a night, with some as low as $15 if you’re watching your budget. Pitch up where the water’s just steps away—like Riverbend RV Park and Campground (148 reviews), where regulars rave about peaceful river access, or D'Ranch at Clearwater (77 reviews), known for its friendly hosts and clear swimming holes. Bring your dog, spark up a campfire, shower off after a swim, and don’t forget your fishing rod or boots for horseback riding—these are standard perks here. If you want something a little different, try Annie's HIDEOUT Musicians Camp (33 reviews) for a more laid-back, creative crowd. Missouri summers get muggy, so pack light, expect mud around the swimming spots, and settle in for a dip right outside your RV door.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Lowry City

If you’re hunting for RV camping with swimming near Lowry City, you’re in luck—this stretch of Missouri delivers over 360 campgrounds where you can cool off in rivers, creeks, or shimmering lakes. Expect a no-fuss camping scene: sites average $32 a night, with some as low as $15 if you’re watching your budget. Pitch up where the water’s just steps away—like Riverbend RV Park and Campground (148 reviews), where regulars rave about peaceful river access, or D'Ranch at Clearwater (77 reviews), known for its friendly hosts and clear swimming holes. Bring your dog, spark up a campfire, shower off after a swim, and don’t forget your fishing rod or boots for horseback riding—these are standard perks here. If you want something a little different, try Annie's HIDEOUT Musicians Camp (33 reviews) for a more laid-back, creative crowd. Missouri summers get muggy, so pack light, expect mud around the swimming spots, and settle in for a dip right outside your RV door.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Lowry City

1. Riverbend RV Park and Campground

94%

(268)

49mi from Lowry City · 15 sites · Tents, RVs

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.

2. D'Ranch at Clearwater

100%

(149)

40mi from Lowry City · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

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. 

3. Annie's HIDEOUT Musicians Camp

96%

(49)

48mi from Lowry City · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Pitch your tent on one of two wooded islands or back in woods by the creek. Opened new hiking trail up creek cross bridge, down opposite side. Badminton, fishing, paddle boats, hillbilly swimming pool. Second Saturday musician night from 6-9 pm. Stage, PA, drums, mics, amps, dance floor. Learn more about this land:

4. Pomme de Terre State Park

100%

(4)

239 sites · Hermitage, Missouri

Enjoy a peaceful lake retreat at this Missouri park with diverse camping experiences.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

5. Stockton State Park

75%

(4)

74 sites · Umber View Heights, Missouri

Sail away on this serene lake in the Ozarks hills of southwest Missouri.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Public campgrounds near Lowry City

100%

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Hermitage Campground

26mi from Lowry City · 117 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pomme de Terre State Park

100%

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Pittsburg Campground

31mi from Lowry City · 122 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pomme de Terre State Park

75%

(4)

Stockton East and West Campgrounds

37mi from Lowry City · 74 sites · Tents, RVs · in Stockton State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Mia

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Riverbend RV Park and Campground

Great space! Very private and well kept. Would recommend!

Sheryl

November 2025

Weekend Trip to D'Ranch at Clearwater

I've tent camped at D'Ranch several times. Ted and Tracey are always the best! Chose a cabin this time. Perfect for my needs. Basic with no electric or running water. Port a john nearby. Great place to relax. Good place to see some wildlife.

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Joy

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Riverbend RV Park and Campground

Had a great experience at this campground! We originally reserved spot 12 but got upgraded to 13 (closer to the river) by the owner, due to not many campers being out there! It was a beautiful private spot. Appreciated the facilities and amenities and enjoyed the views immensely.

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Hong Geun

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to D'Ranch at Clearwater

It was a fantastic camping trip with dogs, cats, and animals. The children really enjoyed it. Thank you!

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JOSEPH

October 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Riverbend RV Park and Campground

The campground was clean and in a quiet country setting. Steve was very nice and called us a few minutes after we arrived to if we had any questions. Definitely follow Steve's directions to get to the campsite. We made the mistake of following Google's directions on our way in. Didn't do that again! I would recommend this campground and we'll definitely stay there again in the future.

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Bethany

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Riverbend RV Park and Campground

The host was great, the bathroom was clean, site 8 was nice and sunny, and we had the best guard dog that the kids adored (named temporarily snowball). Will be back!

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Tamera

October 2025

3 nights at Riverbend RV Park and Campground

Wonderful camping site! Pretty views, nice bathroom, full hookups. Fun river just down the road to fish at. Kind hosts, loved it!!!

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Cindy

October 2025

22 ft Class A

Weekend Trip to Riverbend RV Park and Campground

Nice, woodsy atmosphere. Sites are a bit close and exposed, but we enjoyed our stay! Think this campground has lots of potential.

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Ken

October 2025

26 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Riverbend RV Park and Campground

Nice gravel sites, reasonably level. Water, power, and sewer. Small bathroom with shower, but clean. Very quiet here, only the sound of the wind through the trees. Follow the directions to the area given by the owner, Steven. Don't follow Google maps. There will be a section on a gravel road, not bad, but just slow down. Some restaurants and Dollar General within about 10 minute drive. Pretty much anything else you could need within 20-25 minutes. This is a good value, and we would happily stay again.

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Luke

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Riverbend RV Park and Campground

Very peaceful and not too difficult to get to. Plenty of space and shade

Sheryl

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to D'Ranch at Clearwater

This is my go to place when I'm needing a reset. Tracey is always a phenomenal host even when she's busy in her personal life.

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Bryce

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Riverbend RV Park and Campground

Very nice campground. Very nice view. And the bathroom was nice and clean!

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Amanda

September 2025

26 ft travel trailer

1 night at Riverbend RV Park and Campground

This is very private and located close to the river. Caught several fish there and enjoyed the views. The host was very friendly and welcoming. Great experience.

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Heather

September 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Riverbend RV Park and Campground

Great campsite. Easy to get to, clean bath house. I will be back again.

Courtney

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to D'Ranch at Clearwater

Great location! The cabin was clean and comfy! Definitely recommend 10/10

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stlbluesfan24

September 2025

18 ft pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Riverbend RV Park and Campground

Great camp grounds, very clean and quiet. Site 10 is by far the best rv site. We will definitely be staying there again in the future. Just a few prep notes for the tent campers/pop-up campers with no toilets: There is currently only one super clean toilet/shower. I'd suggest bringing a portable toilet or bucket and cover for emergency bathroom issues. Bring a couple rolls of tp just incase the restroom hasn't been restocked. Other than that grounds are beautiful. They're finishing up the build on the store, can't wait to come back and see it finished.