The best dog-friendly glamping near Shell Knob, Missouri

If you're looking for a pet-friendly camping experience and prefer the luxuries of glamping, Hipcamp has over 430 options for you near Shell Knob, Missouri. With options as low as $5 a night and an average price of $50 per night, you can find the perfect spot for you and your furry friend. Check out top-rated campsites like Red Fern (334 reviews), Open-air Meditation Sanctuary (104 reviews), and Persimmon Grove Retreat & Camp (64 reviews). Popular amenities include cooking equipment, potable water, and campfires, while biking, hiking, and snow sports are among the favorite activities.

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Top-rated campgrounds

If you're looking for a pet-friendly camping experience and prefer the luxuries of glamping, Hipcamp has over 430 options for you near Shell Knob, Missouri. With options as low as $5 a night and an average price of $50 per night, you can find the perfect spot for you and your furry friend. Check out top-rated campsites like Red Fern (334 reviews), Open-air Meditation Sanctuary (104 reviews), and Persimmon Grove Retreat & Camp (64 reviews). Popular amenities include cooking equipment, potable water, and campfires, while biking, hiking, and snow sports are among the favorite activities.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Catkins Creek

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28mi from Shell Knob · 1 site · Lodging · Berryville, AR

Handmade modern rustic off grid glamping cabin. Sits down in the valley overlooking a small creek. Located between America's First National River, the Buffalo River and the most unique town in the Ozarks, Eureka Springs, AR. Just 6 miles to the Kings River. Surrounded by hiking, mountain biking, floating, fishing and hunting. Built with an emphasis on using locally milled rough sawn timber, reclaimed materials and handmade details throughout. This is an off-grid glamping cabin. The parking area is just down the hill from the cabin. It's a short walk up to the cabin, you will need to across the foot bridge over the creek and up a few steps to the cabin. The terrain on the property could be muddy or loose at times. Always watch your footing. There is no running water, but there is an 8-gallon jug over the sink for drinking and washing. Extra water available for longer stays. Composting toilet outhouse behind the cabin. Compost toilet bucket is cleaned out after every guest. Propane hot water shower is only available in the warmer months (usually April through October). The cabin is powered by a small solar panel setup. Please do not plug in any personal devices. They could damage the electrical system or overwork it. USB charging dock for phones, laptops, etc. Good cell service with most providers. Basic LED lighting. Direct vent propane heater. Full size memory foam mattress with plenty of warm blankets. There is a two-burner propane cooktop and mini fridge. Bowls, plates, cups and silverware for two guests. Basic food prep items are also available. Round 2-person dining table looking out the big picture window. The creek will be running when there is sufficient rainfall. Guests have access to the designated trails. Please contact me with any questions.

2. Crazy Daisy’s RV Park

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3.5mi from Shell Knob · 53 sites · RVs, Lodging · Shell Knob, MO

Welcome to Viola RV Park, located at 27622 Big Rock Rd, Shell Knob, MO, 65747, in the beautiful Ozarks region of Missouri. Our campground is situated on a lush, wooded property that offers a peaceful and relaxing environment for all of our guests. At Viola RV Park, we offer a variety of camping options to suit your needs. We have full hook-up sites for RVs, as well as tent sites and cabins for those who prefer a more traditional camping experience. All of our sites are spacious and well-maintained, with picnic tables and fire rings for your convenience. Our campground amenities include a clean and modern bathhouse, laundry facilities, and a camp store stocked with all the essentials you'll need for your stay. We also have a playground for the kids and a dog park for your furry friends. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, Viola RV Park is ideally situated for fishing, boating, and swimming. We are located just a short drive from Table Rock Lake, which offers excellent fishing and boating opportunities. We are also close to several hiking and biking trails, as well as the Mark Twain National Forest. If you're looking for a relaxing and peaceful camping experience in the Ozarks, come stay with us at Viola RV Park. Our friendly staff is here to make sure your stay is comfortable and enjoyable. We look forward to seeing you soon!

3. Secluded Airstream Retreat

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27mi from Shell Knob · 1 site · Lodging · Walnut Shade, MO

Escape to our peaceful, dog-friendly 1972 Airstream nestled on a private, secluded ranch near Branson, MO. With stunning views of the Ozark Mountains, this retreat offers a unique experience on a working ranch with bison, Highland cattle, and more. Enjoy the hot tub, fire pit, and the beauty of nature, perfect for a weekend getaway. Ideal for couples, this charming stay provides all the comforts needed for quality time away from it all.

4. Deer Stand - Pine Ridge Log Cabins

16mi from Shell Knob · 2 sites · Lodging · Blue Eye, MO

*Affordable Luxury, all Logs, Pine flooring, Pine walls, Pine Ceiling---no drywall *Huge covered Porches w/ rockers/chairs in back. Picnic Table. * Out where the Coyotes howl & the Hoot owls hoot. Lots of Carolina wren & Cardinal song. And where Woodpeckers peck. Bird Sanctuary feeding all around! *15 min to Branson Shows *Top of the Rock- 4 miles * Beaches (3), parks (2), Marina- 5 minutes *Dogwood Canyon with Elk, Bison viewing- 15 minutes away *Pet Friendly - $85. up to 3 pets The space FULL of Wildlife. I upkeep a natural Bird Sanctuary around the cabin. We are part of the Mark Twain National Forest. Lots of Pine, redbud, and dogwood. Big Forest. Above Lake: 15 minutes down, 40 minutes up. Quiet & Peaceful. Only 15 minutes to Branson strip! 4 mi.s to Top of the Rock, (east)! 10 minutes to Dogwood Canyon (west)! Guest access *Washer, Dryer, Laundry soap & Bleach. Easy entrance for the wheelchair. *PARKING: Plenty of Boat or Pontoon parking, Wheelchair Entrance. *Handicap Accessible on 1st Floor with beds & Bath. Other things to note *NEW in 2019: LED Fireplace with 1100 sq ft additional heat in Living Room !

5. Campfire Retreats

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49mi from Shell Knob · 1 site · Lodging · Ash Grove, MO

Come stay with us at Campfire Retreats and delve into what the Ozarks have to offer. The Sac River offers fishing and swimming to your hearts content. Follow the mowed trail to the spring at the back of the property enjoying a variety of harvestable edibles including goose and raspberries. At the retreat, you'll have a nice site with a 2022 camper that has electric & water hookups meticulously prepared for your stay. Of course, the center pieces of the site, the fire pit & new for 2025 a hot tub.

Stories from the community

Catherine

November 2025

With pets

2 nights at Catkins Creek

This cabin and location are perfection. The amount of well-honed craft that went into building the cabin and its outbuildings like the shower and outhouse are stunning, but so, too, the thought that went into making a comfortable space for guests. The mini-fridge and the large amount of water in the kitchen were so welcome. The meandering trails made my dogs so happy as we walked them several times a day. Even the light fixtures are worth gazing upon. I left here rested and restored.

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Katie

October 2025

2 nights at Catkins Creek

Wonderful peaceful secluded getaway. This cozy cabin was just what was needed. The kitchen had the necessary items for stove top meals. The bed and linens where comfortable for a good nights sleep. A well kept outhouse. And a nice porch to sit in nature or if rain or cold a big window so you can sit inside and not feel too removed from the outdoors.

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Brandon

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Catkins Creek

A+++ loved this place great communication and beautiful place very secluded highly recommend!!

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Courtney

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Campfire Retreats

Absolutely beautiful camp site. Camper was clean and comfortable. The hot tub was a fun addition and the area was very nice to hike. We saw some wildlife on the trail. Matt was easy to work with. Definitely would stay again.

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Pascale

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Secluded Airstream Retreat

We enjoyed our stay on Hally’s family farm. The airstream is really cute. The hot tub is a good touch and the covered deck was great during a storm while also providing shade in the sun. The bed was and comfy and we had pretty much everything we needed. There were a couple hiccups but Hally was very responsive. The airstream is located about 30 minutes to Branson and we enjoyed going to table rock lake to swim.

Trevor

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Secluded Airstream Retreat

Halley really has something special here. We were really impressed by the entire property; it was hilly, forested, covered in wildflowers, and overall just beautiful. The airstream itself was very well organized and decorated, we felt so cozy the entire weekend, especially since there was so much rain! The view from the trailer was amazing, we were treated to cows grazing and calves playing throughout our stay. I cannot recommend this place enough. The hosts were communicative, the bed was comfy and who doesn't love an evening hot tub session. Easily a 5 star stay. We will be back!

L

March 2025

With pets

4 nights at Secluded Airstream Retreat

What an awesome Hipcamp stay! The Airstream was clean and stocked with all the essentials, even quality toilet paper! We loved getting to have our doggo with us and appreciated the hot tub after longs days of hiking at Hercules Glades Wilderness. We ordered ribeyes from the ranch and highly recommend. Our city kids got to have a great ranch experience and we are happy they got to see how hard the ranch hands work to care for the animals. The ranch dogs were a major plus! We biked around the property during down time and the views were spectacular. This is a very quiet and secluded stay, but close to hiking, stream walking, bike parks and small town restaurants which was exactly what we wanted. We would stay here again any time we are planning to be in this part of the state!