Discover the best forest campgrounds near West Plains, Missouri

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Towering Oaks at White Raven

4 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · West Plains, MO

On a road trip looking to get out of the city, we found a run-down, absentee landlord property off of MO-142. The land had potential, but was neglected. We contacted the owners, bought the property, and started the cleanup. Mountains of garbage and signs of neglect everywhere. We worked hard, loving the land, listening to the land to make it clean, peaceful and full of welcoming energy. Carving out campsites in a loving way, creating an atmosphere that is both peaceful and mindful.Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent among the towering oaks conveniently located to the road, yet far enough away to see the night sky in all its glory. Close to the Davidson and Tingler Prairie Wildlife area with plenty of hiking and wildlife to view. The camping areas are secluded enough to suit any individual's desire for solitude, yet close to the bathhouse.Come to the main house and set a spell for a cup of tea or coffee. We are happy you are here.

Morningland Meadow PATH OF TOTALITY

11 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Mountain View, MO

Welcome to Morningland Meadows, a stunning parcel directly in 😍😍THE PATH OF TOTALITY 😍😍 for the April 2024 ECLIPSE, tucked away in the southern region of the Missouri Ozarks. The first clearing spans a lovely 5 acres, surrounded by lush wooded areas and bordered on the east by a quaint wet-weather creek. Visitors are likely to spot Whitetail deer, groundhogs, and various other critters native to the area. The second clearing covers 3 acres with gently rolling hills, also enveloped by trees and featuring a picturesque spring-fed pond.

Twisted H Ranch LLC

1 site · RV120 acres · Mountain View, MO

Welcome to Twisted H Ranch, a serene 120-acre working cattle farm nestled in the heart of nature's beauty. Our campground offers 8 spacious campsites, each equipped with full-service hook-ups including sewer, water, and electricity. For your convenience, we also provide a laundry and shower house on-site, ensuring a comfortable stay year-round. Located just 2 miles from the Upper Jack's Fork River, outdoor enthusiasts will find endless opportunities for adventure. Whether you prefer floating along the clear spring waters of the Current River or exploring scenic hiking trails, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Bring your bike and tackle our challenging loop trail, or simply unwind and observe the abundant wildlife that calls our campground home. At Twisted H Ranch, our goal is to provide a safe and relaxing retreat where you can connect with nature and rejuvenate your spirit. Sit back, listen to the soothing sounds of the peepers, and marvel at the starry night sky. As we continue to expand our offerings, we look forward to welcoming you to our ranch and creating unforgettable memories together. Join us in 2024 as we complete our two cabins, outdoor riding arena, and horse stalls, adding even more excitement to your stay.

Hars Creek Eclipse Haven

30 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Ash Flat, AR

We have 200 beautiful acres, located dead center in the path of the 8 April 2024 total solar eclipse—with 4 minutes 13 seconds of TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE!!! Located two miles down a secluded country road, with 110 acres open field/pasture, 90 acres hardwood forests—our land is at its most beautiful in the spring! A wet weather creek that runs the entire breadth of the property, is typically running strong in April. Two ponds with loads of brim, perch, and catfish are available for fishing, as well as close proximity (just 3 miles down the road) to Strawberry River. Plenty of room available for dry tent or rv camping. Leashed pets are welcome. Please NO ALCOHOL on the property.

Spring river cabins and campground

1 site · RV, Tent27 acres · Mammoth Spring, AR

We cave 3 cabins and 16 campsites with power and water. As well as primitive camping. Just a half mile from the beautiful spring river. With hiking trails on site. Power sites are 25$ for the first person and 10$ per person after that. Primitive camping is 10$ per person. We can also arrange float trips on the spring river. Springrivercabins.com 870-371-2000

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Eminence Cottages and Camp

45 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents28 acres · Eminence, MO

Welcome to Eminence Cottages & Camp Our Resort is perfectly located to enjoy the natural wonders that abound in this area. Eminence Cottages and Camp is in the center of Missouri's largest national park; The Ozark National Scenic Riverways. We invite you to enjoy river fishing and canoeing, hiking and biking the famous Ozark Trail, abundant wildlife viewing, spring hopping and auto tours. Relax in our well-appointed cottages or get close to nature in the campground. Once settled you'll be ready to float the Current or Jacks Fork River. Call to make your reservation!

Spring river cabins and campground

1 site · RV, Tent27 acres · Mammoth Spring, AR

We cave 3 cabins and 16 campsites with power and water. As well as primitive camping. Just a half mile from the beautiful spring river. With hiking trails on site. Power sites are 25$ for the first person and 10$ per person after that. Primitive camping is 10$ per person. We can also arrange float trips on the spring river. Springrivercabins.com 870-371-2000

Twisted H Ranch LLC

1 site · RV120 acres · Mountain View, MO

Welcome to Twisted H Ranch, a serene 120-acre working cattle farm nestled in the heart of nature's beauty. Our campground offers 8 spacious campsites, each equipped with full-service hook-ups including sewer, water, and electricity. For your convenience, we also provide a laundry and shower house on-site, ensuring a comfortable stay year-round. Located just 2 miles from the Upper Jack's Fork River, outdoor enthusiasts will find endless opportunities for adventure. Whether you prefer floating along the clear spring waters of the Current River or exploring scenic hiking trails, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Bring your bike and tackle our challenging loop trail, or simply unwind and observe the abundant wildlife that calls our campground home. At Twisted H Ranch, our goal is to provide a safe and relaxing retreat where you can connect with nature and rejuvenate your spirit. Sit back, listen to the soothing sounds of the peepers, and marvel at the starry night sky. As we continue to expand our offerings, we look forward to welcoming you to our ranch and creating unforgettable memories together. Join us in 2024 as we complete our two cabins, outdoor riding arena, and horse stalls, adding even more excitement to your stay.

Towering Oaks at White Raven

4 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · West Plains, MO

On a road trip looking to get out of the city, we found a run-down, absentee landlord property off of MO-142. The land had potential, but was neglected. We contacted the owners, bought the property, and started the cleanup. Mountains of garbage and signs of neglect everywhere. We worked hard, loving the land, listening to the land to make it clean, peaceful and full of welcoming energy. Carving out campsites in a loving way, creating an atmosphere that is both peaceful and mindful.Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent among the towering oaks conveniently located to the road, yet far enough away to see the night sky in all its glory. Close to the Davidson and Tingler Prairie Wildlife area with plenty of hiking and wildlife to view. The camping areas are secluded enough to suit any individual's desire for solitude, yet close to the bathhouse.Come to the main house and set a spell for a cup of tea or coffee. We are happy you are here.

Morningland Meadow PATH OF TOTALITY

11 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Mountain View, MO

Welcome to Morningland Meadows, a stunning parcel directly in 😍😍THE PATH OF TOTALITY 😍😍 for the April 2024 ECLIPSE, tucked away in the southern region of the Missouri Ozarks. The first clearing spans a lovely 5 acres, surrounded by lush wooded areas and bordered on the east by a quaint wet-weather creek. Visitors are likely to spot Whitetail deer, groundhogs, and various other critters native to the area. The second clearing covers 3 acres with gently rolling hills, also enveloped by trees and featuring a picturesque spring-fed pond.

Becca’s Place

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Mountain View, MO

Eclipse Special! Rent out my quiet, secluded cabin nestled on 20 acres in the Ozark Mountains for the eclipse. This tranquil retreat features moss-covered walking trails leading to a natural spring. Enjoy the comforts of our 3-bedroom, 1-bath cabin with a wrap-around porch. The porch includes an outdoor dining area with lighting, a Big Green Egg, barbecue grill, smoker, bistro table, rocking chairs, and torches. Just off the porch, you'll find a fire pit with a swing and additional rocking chairs. As a bonus, we have a one-room bunkhouse with a king-size bed and refrigerator. While it has electricity, it does not have running water. Additionally, we offer an oversized 4-acre yard for tents, providing ample space for guests. Explore the trails to the natural spring (0.4 miles) or take a more adventurous 2-mile hike to the Jacks Fork River. Local establishments offer canoe and kayak rentals, allowing you to enjoy several hours or days floating down the Jacks Fork River. Contact me for discounts on reserving the entire property for the eclipse!

Hars Creek Eclipse Haven

30 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Ash Flat, AR

We have 200 beautiful acres, located dead center in the path of the 8 April 2024 total solar eclipse—with 4 minutes 13 seconds of TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE!!! Located two miles down a secluded country road, with 110 acres open field/pasture, 90 acres hardwood forests—our land is at its most beautiful in the spring! A wet weather creek that runs the entire breadth of the property, is typically running strong in April. Two ponds with loads of brim, perch, and catfish are available for fishing, as well as close proximity (just 3 miles down the road) to Strawberry River. Plenty of room available for dry tent or rv camping. Leashed pets are welcome. Please NO ALCOHOL on the property.

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Beaver pond view

5 sites · Tents15 acres · Thayer, MO

Lots of wildlife,this property has an amazing view of our spring fed pond with beavers and waterfowl. Small meadow for tent camping right near the water. Secluded yet only 5 minutes from town , 10 minutes from the spring river, Arkansas and Mammoth Spring Arkansas ,Hardy and barely 5 minutes from Grand gulf state park.. Lots of areas nearby to explore including the Mark Twain national forest within a short drive. Great fishing or float trips at the famous Eleven point river. 3 hammocks already setup for campers to use and a fire ring. Fishing on property and near by Mammoth Springs Park.

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Williams Camp : Eleven Point River

9 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · MO

Learn more about this land: To view a map of local points of interest, please visit https://bit.ly/WilliamsCampPOI (You will have to copy and paste that link! You'll have a private place of your own, with access to some of Missouri states most hidden springs, rivers, waterfalls, fishing, hunting, hiking, (some of the best) horseback riding trails, and historic landmarks. Rather you're after solitude or sport, this area has you covered. Kayak, canoe, and shuttle rental, service is available at hufstedlers.com and is a short 11.5 mile drive. Beautiful eleven point river offers blue, red, and white ribbon, spring fed trout/walleye water. If you're looking to float the river, be sure to research the many springs on the way down your trip and the historic mill communities that once flourished there. These are perfect opportunities to take a break, eat a meal, and explore the area. Most also will have public bathrooms. Unless there are multiple reservations, you will be allowed to hookup/stay at whichever site is the easiest for you to get parked at. Maps of the area and things to do will continue to be updated as they are developed. In the mean time, a great resource is MissouriScenicRivers.com. We do not live near this site so this is an exclusively non-hosted listing.

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The Camp at Little Creek

11 sites · RVs, Tents42 acres · Wasola, MO

Littlecreek is on 42 acres nestled in the Ozark Mountains. We have a year round creek which is secluded within beautiful surroundings. Rivers for float trips and/or Bull Shoals lake is nearby with opportunities to bass fish and there are plenty of hiking and off roading trails just 10 minutes away in the Mark Twain National Forest.

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Twinbridges View Campsite

1 site · RV, Tent10 acres · Pomona, MO

We are directly in the path of the Solar Eclipse occuring on April 8th 2024. The site is the location of the former Missouri Highway Department Twinbridges Roadside Park now privately owned. The entry is a paved road and accessible in most weather conditions, it is a U shaped drive that sits on a knoll above the highways, it is accessible from both highways 14 and 181. The site has several fairly level spots where RV's can be parked and the site will accomidate up to 3 wheeled RV's or campers depending on size and arrangement. There is also room for several vehicles to park. We will mow the old roadside park area prior to your arrival and you may place your RV's and tents anywhere on the mowed area you wish. This property is located at the east juction of Missori Highways 14 and 181 and is directly across the highway from Twinbridges Canoe Rental and Resort (which is not part of this property and use of the resort's ammenities is not included in your rental fee). Included on the property there is a gravel access road to a large gravel bar directly on the banks of Spring Creek adjacent to the Spring Creek bridge. This road is steep and rough and 4WD vehicles are highly recommended to access the gravel bar, but access to the creek once at the bottom is flat and fairly level with a nice hole of water directly above the gravel bar. Camping on gravel bar is permitted but you must be sure your vehicle is equiped to get in and out. Recovery of vehicles which cannot navigate the steep road will be quite costly and access is soley at your own risk. Additionally the gravel bar is subject to severe flooding even with only a couple inches of rain. Spring Creek is cold as there is a large spring named Big Spring about 1 1/2 miles upstream. The creek provides great fishing for smallmouth bass, sunfish, catfish and several large Rainbow Trout have been caught out of this water hole. From the gravel bar you can lauch canoes and kayaks and float downstream to where Spring Creek joins the North Fork of the White River about 2 miles below the bridge. Those who wish to float this small stream should be aware that this is a small tributary to the river and may require dragging your boat over trees and through shallow water. Also during periods of high water it may be quite fast and challenging requiring only experienced paddlers attempt the float. The property is situated between the Spring Creek Highway 14 bridge on the east and North Fork River Highway 14 bridge on the west it is boundried by the Highway 181 Right-of-Way on the west, the Highway 14 Right-of Way on the south (the center of the bridge deck is the south property line on the gravel bar), the center thread of Spring Creek is the east property boundry and the north property boundry is marked by a metal fence post driven in the east powerline Right-of-Way about 2/3 of the way up the hill which is situated between Highway 181 and Spring Creek. The hike up to the top of the north property boundry provides a beautiful view of both the bridges and the creek and river valley below. There are several tall bluff overlooks from the north property line as well.

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Camp Miramichee Falls

5 sites · Lodging2 acres · Hardy, AR

We have just opened our cabins for booking for the April 8, 2024 Total Eclipse. Hardy, Arkansas will experience 4 minutes and 12 seconds of totality. We are on the Centerline of the path. Join us for this amazing experience! Camp Miramichee Falls is located at the site of the original YWCA Camp Miramichee which was founded in 1916 as a retreat for girls. In 2019, my husband and I acquired and renovated some of the original Miramichee stone cabins. We are located on the Southfork River, in Hardy, Arkansas. We have 2 cabins on the river and 3 cabins on a wooded hillside for rent here at Camp Miramichee Falls. There are a few other privately owned cabins in the neighborhood and we live on the property.

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Mark Twain National Forest

Bull Shoals, Arkansas

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