150 acres hosted by Arcadia Valley Outdoors C.
1 lodging site · 9 RV/tent sites · 2 tent sites
Best in Missouri: 1st place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
Sauna
A little haven of warmth and relaxation.
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Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Amazing views
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489 ratings · 371 reviews
Alison B.recommends
April 20, 2024
Arcadian Oasis
Tent camping in comfort!
Arcadian Oasis is very spacious with a comfy bed for 2 and plenty of floor space for 1 or 2 others. It was well equipped with a power station, light, stove, cold box and even a can of insect spray (which we put to good use). It has a great deck looking toward the lake, and a fire pit. We only stayed 1 night, so we didn't brave the outdoor shower! Pit toilets are basic but well maintained.
The site was very peaceful, with well distanced sites and is excellent for tent camping. The star gazing is amazing. It is both very rural, but also close to shops and sights in Ironton and close to some beautiful state parks. Highly recommend!
Jackie W.recommends
April 15, 2024
Bedrock
Kayaks, Birds, Stars, Serenity
We had the best time camping at AVO and Michael is such a wonderful and warm host. Having access to the state park and kayaking on the lake made the trip extra special, especially to see the Eclipse. Michael has built something truly spectacular there and clearly has put a ton of love and care into this spot, with many attention to details. It's a camping haven with many amenities!
This would be a great campground to group camp with a crew of friends. Bedrock worked well for us as it was quiet and a bit further from many of the other campgrounds. It was just a short walk up to the pit toilet and a bit more of a walk to get to the front of the campground, but we didn't mind this at all as we spent most of our time at our site birdwatching and stargazing!
There was a sauna, hot tub, and even a shower that could be used which we did not expect. We had a nice bench to do all of our food prep and cooking and having the truck bed tent was so nice for one of our group members who didn't have to worry about setting up a tent.
We would recommend exploring and taking full advantage of the kayaks while you're there and making it up to Taum Sauk state park. It is so breathtaking! Thanks for a great trip, we only wished we lived closer and could visit more often!
Margaret C.recommends
April 9, 2024
Overlook
Arcadia Valley Outdoors/Overlook
Lovely hosts! The access to firewood onsite and free kayaks was incredible. An amazing place to view the eclipse. Not much shade during the early spring, so the sun feels warmer than it would at a site deeper into the woods. The stars were amazing, and it’s a great spot for casual camping when you don’t want to go too far. The site, Overlook, was good for 3-6, but a bit rocky if you’re just using a sleeping pad. Bring your blow up mattress, bring your cars, and hang.
Dana M.recommends
April 9, 2024
Nesta Vista
Amazing time at AVO Camp! Hosts greeted us happily and made sure we had everything we needed for a great stay. The kayaks were an extra bonus and made watching the eclipse even more special! Highly recommend. Thank you!
Caleb B.recommends
April 8, 2024
Last site on the left
Great spot. I have never been solo camping before so this was my first time.
Easy to find the site because every spot is labeled! Once you see the dam and the lake, the entrance to the campgrounds is just beyond them up a gravel road.
Great weather allowed me to sleep under the stars and under the trees! The actual camp site was very well maintained and easy to set up a tent and stake it down.
Joe F.recommends
April 6, 2024
Overlook
I haven’t camped yet due to RV in shop. Very nice host. He is saving a spot for me and Blue!
Location
Ironton, Iron, Missouri, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), O-ga-xpa Ma-zhoⁿ (O-ga-xpa) (Quapaw), Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, Kaskaskia, and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Arcadia Valley Outdoors C.Joined in January 2021
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