Notable Campgrounds
Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
- Campsites are all first-come-first-serve, with no reservations needed.
- The campground is open year round.
- Sites are only suitable for tents since they are walk-in only.
- Facilities appropriate for RVs and car camping can be found at Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park, in Mark Twain National Forest, and at private RV parks across the region.
- Water is available April 1 through October 31.
When to Go
Adventurous hikers can enjoy the trails at Taum Sauk Mountain State Park year round. Spring and fall offer the most comfortable temperatures, with scenic landscapes as the wildflowers bloom and the leaves change to autumnal colors. Summer can be hot and humid in this region, and winter brings occasional freezing temperatures. If you want to see the waters flowing at Mina Sauk waterfall, visit the park after heavy rains—just be prepared for wet and muddy trail conditions.
Know Before You Go
- Services are limited with no showerhouse or dump station onsite.
- Potable water spigots and vault toilets are located near the camping area entrance.
- The 2.9-mile Mina Sauk Trail takes hikers past the highest waterfall in Missouri (which flows only after good rains). This is a challenging trail, with rugged terrain and some water crossings. A short section of the trail is wheelchair-accessible and takes visitors to the highest point in Missouri.
- The 400-mile long Ozark Trail runs through the park. A popular 14.5-mile section connects Taum Sauk Mountain State Park with Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park, passing through some of the trail’s most scenic spots.
Taum Sauk Mountain State Park
Reach the skies at Missouri’s highest point.
Mountains in Missouri?! While Missouri’s mountains might not rival the peaks to the west, the state has some surprisingly high points, with Taum Sauk Mountain reaching a height over 1,700 feet. Unlike the rest of the surrounding Ozarks Mountains, the St. Francois Mountains were formed by volcanic activity, creating a rollicking landscape. Taum Sauk State Park provides epic overlooks and truly adventurous trails. Take a short walk to reach the official high point plaque, or set out on the Ozark Trail, which runs through the park, connecting to 400 miles of trails crossing southeastern Missouri.
Mountains in Missouri?! While Missouri’s mountains might not rival the peaks to the west, the state has some surprisingly high points, with Taum Sauk Mountain reaching a height over 1,700 feet. Unlike the rest of the surrounding Ozarks Mountains, the St. Francois Mountains were formed by volcanic activity, creating a rollicking landscape. Taum Sauk State Park provides epic overlooks and truly adventurous trails. Take a short walk to reach the official high point plaque, or set out on the Ozark Trail, which runs through the park, connecting to 400 miles of trails crossing southeastern Missouri.
Activities in the park
1 campground in Taum Sauk Mountain State Park
The beautiful Taum Sauk Mountain Campground is your entryway into nature’s very own real-life water park. If you love nature, and definitely if you love water, you need to get over here ASAP. You can also conquer the highest point of Missouri right here at Taum Sauk Mountain State Park. The trails are hugged by hickory forests and rocky glades tha Read more...
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Notable Campgrounds
Notable Campgrounds
Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
When to Go
Adventurous hikers can enjoy the trails at Taum Sauk Mountain State Park year round. Spring and fall offer the most comfortable temperatures, with scenic landscapes as the wildflowers bloom and the leaves change to autumnal colors. Summer can be hot and humid in this region, and winter brings occasional freezing temperatures. If you want to see the waters flowing at Mina Sauk waterfall, visit the park after heavy rains—just be prepared for wet and muddy trail conditions.
Know Before You Go
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