The best star host camping near Pineville

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In the Western Missouri Ozarks, Pineville is prime float trip territory, thanks to the Elk River and its tributaries. If hitting the water isn’t in your plans, there’s much to explore in the tri-state region. The Ozark mountains extend into Oklahoma and Arkansas, providing landscapes for hiking and mountain biking, with beautiful bluffs and tumbling waterfalls. Private RV parks across the region offer camping amenities like full hookups and free wifi, and river access is sometimes an extra benefit. Nearby, the Huckleberry Ridge Conservation Area offers primitive camping near Pineville.

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4. Lake Frances Campsites

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32mi from Pineville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Sitting in the middle of an 850 acre nature preserve, you will have plenty of privacy to enjoy a getaway in the woods without being disturbed by other campers. This site is relatively flat and easy to access on the edge of a field along the tree line of the forest. You may notice old stone chimneys standing throughout the woods where cabins once stood, back when Lake Frances was a resort area in the 1920s. On this camp site, we have a Micro Cabin that is wired for a generator (not provided) that sleeps 2, or bring your own tent and enjoy the view of the stars. We have several private campsites sprinkled throughout the forest reserve for you to stay at as you enjoy the Illinois River, hike, or bike the trails. The mountain bike trails run very close to this site and the White Water Park is about 2 miles down the gravel road. The trailhead for the paved bike trail is around the corner from this campsite and goes all the way down to WOKA. There is an off road bike trail located right next to the field by this campsite along with several other trails. There are many more miles of additional mountain bike trails in town and on the north side of Siloam. WOKA has 8 low-hazard whitewater features, seasonal rentals of kayaks, rafts, paddle boards and actual surf boards, and concessions, with shaded viewing. Changing facilities and restrooms are on-site at WOKA. The Siloam Springs Kayak Park is located up river on Fisher Ford Rd, and has access for swimming and tubing. If you enjoy riding dirt bikes or quads, there is the family friendly Off-road race track, Gas MX, directly across the highway from Woka. We also have dirt track racing at Arrowhead Speedway nearby in West Siloam Springs, West of the Casino.
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from 
$25
 / night

5. Old Town Rock Creek Camp

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(8)
37mi from Pineville · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This property joins the Mark Twain national Forest. It would be perfect base camp for motorcycle camping, Bikes, Blues &BBQ, centrally located between Branson, Missouri, and Rogers, Arkansas beautiful fall drives to all the craft fairs local in the area, War Eagle Mill, Old Applegate, etc., the fall color change for all the leaf peepers, remote mountain biking, hiking, exploring, hunting camps, etc. Near the intersection of Hwy 76 and state highway M it’s only 6 miles to big M marina Campground for access to the lake and between Eureka Springs and Branson for exploring and shopping Property has a feel for an old west gunsmoke town. Separate his and her shower houses private loft room is available, apartment available, bunkhouse available, pergola and smokehouse for cooking or small wedding venues, hillside spots for camping, hammock camping or tent camping, joins Mark Twain national forest, hiking headquarters or mountain biking, close to big M Marina, Eagle rock Marina and Roaring River State Park Renovations are ongoing and we expect to have more campsites and cabins available soon.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$16
 / night

In the Western Missouri Ozarks, Pineville is prime float trip territory, thanks to the Elk River and its tributaries. If hitting the water isn’t in your plans, there’s much to explore in the tri-state region. The Ozark mountains extend into Oklahoma and Arkansas, providing landscapes for hiking and mountain biking, with beautiful bluffs and tumbling waterfalls. Private RV parks across the region offer camping amenities like full hookups and free wifi, and river access is sometimes an extra benefit. Nearby, the Huckleberry Ridge Conservation Area offers primitive camping near Pineville.

99% (1.4K)

Top-rated campgrounds near Pineville

4. Lake Frances Campsites

100%
(32)
32mi from Pineville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Sitting in the middle of an 850 acre nature preserve, you will have plenty of privacy to enjoy a getaway in the woods without being disturbed by other campers. This site is relatively flat and easy to access on the edge of a field along the tree line of the forest. You may notice old stone chimneys standing throughout the woods where cabins once stood, back when Lake Frances was a resort area in the 1920s. On this camp site, we have a Micro Cabin that is wired for a generator (not provided) that sleeps 2, or bring your own tent and enjoy the view of the stars. We have several private campsites sprinkled throughout the forest reserve for you to stay at as you enjoy the Illinois River, hike, or bike the trails. The mountain bike trails run very close to this site and the White Water Park is about 2 miles down the gravel road. The trailhead for the paved bike trail is around the corner from this campsite and goes all the way down to WOKA. There is an off road bike trail located right next to the field by this campsite along with several other trails. There are many more miles of additional mountain bike trails in town and on the north side of Siloam. WOKA has 8 low-hazard whitewater features, seasonal rentals of kayaks, rafts, paddle boards and actual surf boards, and concessions, with shaded viewing. Changing facilities and restrooms are on-site at WOKA. The Siloam Springs Kayak Park is located up river on Fisher Ford Rd, and has access for swimming and tubing. If you enjoy riding dirt bikes or quads, there is the family friendly Off-road race track, Gas MX, directly across the highway from Woka. We also have dirt track racing at Arrowhead Speedway nearby in West Siloam Springs, West of the Casino.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$25
 / night

5. Old Town Rock Creek Camp

100%
(8)
37mi from Pineville · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This property joins the Mark Twain national Forest. It would be perfect base camp for motorcycle camping, Bikes, Blues &BBQ, centrally located between Branson, Missouri, and Rogers, Arkansas beautiful fall drives to all the craft fairs local in the area, War Eagle Mill, Old Applegate, etc., the fall color change for all the leaf peepers, remote mountain biking, hiking, exploring, hunting camps, etc. Near the intersection of Hwy 76 and state highway M it’s only 6 miles to big M marina Campground for access to the lake and between Eureka Springs and Branson for exploring and shopping Property has a feel for an old west gunsmoke town. Separate his and her shower houses private loft room is available, apartment available, bunkhouse available, pergola and smokehouse for cooking or small wedding venues, hillside spots for camping, hammock camping or tent camping, joins Mark Twain national forest, hiking headquarters or mountain biking, close to big M Marina, Eagle rock Marina and Roaring River State Park Renovations are ongoing and we expect to have more campsites and cabins available soon.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$16
 / night

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The best star host camping near Pineville guide

Where to go

Joplin, Missouri

You might know of Joplin from Nat King Cole’s classic “(Get Your Kicks on) Route 66.” Once a stop on the famed highway, today, Joplin is a small town on the rise, recovering from a devastating tornado. Travelers can check out picturesque Grand Falls, the Wildcat Glades natural area, and sites from the Route 66 heyday. Several private RV parks in Joplin and nearby Carthage provide amenities, but public parks are hard to find without venturing out of town. 

Northwest Arkansas

Another hub of activity near Pineville is found in Northwest Arkansas, where the tri-cities of Rogers, Bentonville, and Fayetteville converge. The Ozarks hills are home to a mountain biking scene that’s gaining national attention, as is the renowned Crystal Bridges of American Art. Private RV parks are scattered across the metros, with scenic public campgrounds found at nearby Devil’s Den State Park and Beaver Lake.

Roaring River State Park

Grab a fly rod or fishing pole, and head to Roaring River State Park. Located around 60 minutes east of Pineville, this state park is a popular spot for trout fishing, thanks to the well-stocked spring-fed waters. It’s also a good location for soaking in the scenery of the Ozarks, with hiking and biking trails crisscrossing the landscape. The onsite campgrounds offer sites for tents and RVs, some with electric hookups. Cabin rentals offer comfortable accommodations along the creek.

When to go

Summertime brings the bounty of campers to the Pineville region, due to the popularity of the rivers and outdoor activities. The waters are a refreshing break from the heat and humidity of the season. Spring and fall are pleasant, with moderate temperatures and scenic landscapes. For prime leaf-peeping, head to the region in October. Winter is the slow season, as freezing temperatures and winter precip are possible. Some campgrounds close temporarily.