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Crooked Creek Ranch
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(97)4WD recommended
Campfires allowed
Pets allowed
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99% Recommend97 ratings · 77 reviews
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· May 2026
16 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
Another great weekend escape. Explored more of the surrounding Mark Twain forest roads.
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Chris W.
11 reviews
We loved this place. Super quiet and peaceful. Our dogs loved getting to play, there were places for hammocks and the stars were amazing! We will definitely stay again!
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Kristy M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Very secluded and lots of lovely wildlife around to see. We saw possums, rabbits and heard so many owls. We are excited to come back another time!
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Kristen K.
3 years on Hipcamp
This place was pure magic. Crooked Creek Ranch feels like your own private fairy land, with 30 acres of total peace and beautiful nature all around you. It’s incredibly quiet and spacious, making it the perfect place to disconnect and just exist. We left already wanting to come back.
Elsbeth G.
2 reviews
Loved this site, it was very nice and secluded. Went in late April and the bugs were minimal it was super nice. The firewood add on was perfect as well, had a great relaxing weekend here would highly recommend!
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Dylan L.
7 reviews
Great plot of land, just what I needed. Thank you so much.
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Kristin A.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
25 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
Great place to relax and explore. Can't wait to come back.
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Chris W.
11 reviews
An amazing spot- very well maintained, clearly marked, and a quiet place to stay. I hope to get to stay here again!
Matthew W.
12 reviews
We loved boondocking on Ross' property. It was everything we wanted and more. We will definitely be back in a few months! Thanks for a wonderful stay.
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Jenn Y.
3 reviews
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· March 2026
Tent ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
Awesome camp site! Secluded, quiet, and peaceful. Perfect little spot. Thanks!
Dan C.
8 years on Hipcamp
The campsite clearing was great, and the large fire pit was a really nice bonus. Having the whole place to myself was the best part, Total privacy. The hiking trail is short but has good elevation gains. Highly recommend if you're looking for a peaceful, private getaway.
Joshua L.
5 months on Hipcamp
we love this place!! what crooked creek lacks in amenities it makes up for in peace, solitude and outdoor fun!! my pack of dogs love the freedom to be wild while their parents sit by the fire. the trail around the property is lovely too. thank you to ross for sharing this slice of heaven!!
Dylan K.
8 reviews
Recommends
· November 2025
24 ft Class B ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
This was our second time back and it was just as wonderful as the first. Ross's place is so peaceful and secluded, you will not be disappointed. Ross is a wonderful host and great at communication. We will be coming back again and again.
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Dena H.
4 reviews
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· October 2025
16 ft car · With pets ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
Loved the privacy and star gazing! Definitely going back!
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Kelli J.
3 reviews
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· September 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
Wonderful spot. Really enjoyed it. Easy to find. Very well maintained.
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Asher A.
9 months on Hipcamp
A wonderful experience camping under the stars! Definitely loved the seclusion and being able to enjoy the great outdoors like we are supposed too! Super grateful for the experience and being able to explore the trail, but might’ve destroyed some spider homes along the way. Thank you Ross for keeping the land beautiful and having a perfect clearing to spend the night under the stars. Perfect for hammocking if you prefer to sleep outside!
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Justina L.
2 reviews
I love this spot! I've camped here like five times. It's consistantly and completely private with a private beautiful trail. The big fire pit and table already at the sight are a cherry on top. I also have an old 2WD car and I'm alway's easily able to get there. Ross is perfect host, always easy to contact and very helpful! Thanks!!!!
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Sara J.
3 reviews
Ross land was well maintained and very little road traffic/noise . The dogs had a great time running around while we relaxed. Definitional will be booking this site again.
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Nick K.
4 reviews
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· June 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
I took a group of six fellas for a one-night camping trip, here at Crooked Creek Ranch. Ross is a thoughtful host, and communicates very well before and during the campout. The campsite is as-advertised, without facilities, but Ross provided ample, non-potable water for fire dousing, washing, etc. He provided shovels for latrine use, but our group brought modified camp toilets, and took our waste with us, bagged.
The picnic table and bench were in very good condition. The cleared area is well maintained. We endeavored to leave the campsite as pristine or better than we found it.
Some nearby animals gave us a great, musical serenade early in the evening, and early in the morning, but a quite night in between.
Although I didn't bring my travel trailer on this trip, I can see how it would be an awesome place to bring it in the future. It really is a picturesque, peaceful place. If this is your plan, be very mindful of your antennas, and awning. There are many, low tree branches between the pipe gate and clearing area.
I wish we had booked two nights instead of just one, and hopefully, Ross will have me back another time. Five stars.
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Joe R.
4 reviews
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· May 2025
Tent ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
Always a great location and great host! Will be back.
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Kristopher S.
6 reviews
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· May 2025
Tent ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
We loved camping on Ross's land so much!! Ross is such a wonderful host and couldn't be nicer! If you are looking for a very quiet and peaceful place, this is it. Ross has marked a very nice trail around his property that allows you to experience nature and see more wildlife. There is a lot of hiking and things to do close by. We will definitely be back to camp soon. Thank you for sharing your amazing property with us Ross!
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Dena H.
4 reviews
We loved our stay! Having the entire place to ourselves made it feel like our own private retreat. Our dogs had so much space to run, play, and just enjoy being outdoors. It was perfect for us. The site was peaceful, quiet, and just what we were looking for to unwind. We’ll definitely be back!
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Cory S.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
12 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
Very peaceful and well cared for. Camp site was pretty level and plenty of space. A perfect escape from city lights and sounds.
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Chris W.
11 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
I loved tent camping at Crooked Creek Ranch. It was a blast to have the grounds to ourselves and my dog loved playing frisbee in the open space. Looking forward to our next visit!
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Mc Kenna S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
Camping with animals - Very serene
20 ft campervan · With pets ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
Place is well maintained! We enjoyed our stay! Definifely will come back
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Ensiel Jesique P.
3 reviews
I really enjoyed my stay at Crooked Creek Ranch. Everything was as advertised. I went looking for peace and solitude and it didn't disappoint. Ross was a great host. I will definitely be returning for another trip
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Tim T.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
19 ft Class B ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
Amazing spot tucked away in the wilderness. My dog and I had the best time walking the trail, playing fetch and just relaxing in the forest. Would 100% recommend to anyone looking for peace, quiet and solitude!! Ross was very helpful as well. Great spot!!
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Thomas H.
2 reviews
This was such a great place to camp, and totally incredibly private! I never saw another soul, not even driving by on the dirt road lol! There were chairs and a table at the ready, plenty of places to pitch a tent, and even a good spot for my hammock. Will totally be coming back.
Joe H.
2 reviews
Recommends
· February 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
It was very remote and private. I loved it and will be returning again.
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Justin Diaz D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2025
Tent ·
Crooked Creek Ranch
Great place and great host. Clean, well kept, and inviting. The directions were spot on. Just as described and had a great time.
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Kristopher S.
6 reviews
Location
Salem, Dent, Missouri, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Ross R.
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