Graham Cave State Park

Notable Campgrounds

• Best for powering up: Graham Cave Campground offers 30-amp electricity at sites 36 through 53.
• Best for big rigs: Site 34 at Graham Cave Campground is the campground’s only pull-thru site.

Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation

1. Reservations open 12 months in advance, though this park often has walk-up availability.
2. Use the Missouri State Parks website and or phone line to book your site. 
3. Reservations are offered April 1 through October 31. 
4. Water and showers are available through the on-season. During the off-season, campers must bring their own water.
5. 50-amp electric hookups are not offered at Hawn State Park.
6. The majority of the sites are designated as “basic,” with no electric hookups.

When to Go

Though the interstate is nearby, Graham State Park is not an overly busy camping locale. While spring rains can make the trails slippery, wet-weather waterfalls are sometimes found, alongside the blooming wildflowers. In summer, the weather may be hot and humid, while fall offers pleasant weather and ever-changing scenery. During the winter months, the campground remains open, though campers may encounter freezing temperatures and precipitation.

Know Before You Go

• Adventurers cannot go beyond the mouth of Graham Cave, as the area is protected for wildlife; however, some smaller caves and unique geological features can be found on park lands.
• Non-campers can pay a small fee to charge electric vehicles at the campsites.
• Expect some road noise due to the park’s location near an interstate.
• A free boat ramp is available March 16 through December 1, providing access to the Loutre River.
• The nearest large town is Columbia, Missouri, which is 50 miles west of the park. 
• RVers may need leveling blocks to handle unlevel camping pads.