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The best RV sites in Clearwater Lake, MO
Four Creeks Ranch Campground
1. Four Creeks Ranch Campground
97%
(440)
11mi from Clearwater Lake · 19 sites · Tents, RVs
Three crystal clear creeks to swim, wade, hunt rocks, or just relax. We have several tent sites right on the creeks and RV sites close for just a short walk for swimming fun.
Close to Mark Twain National Forest, for hiking Rocky Creek trail Head, Blue Springs trail to Rocky Falls, Black River and the Current for floating, Kayaking or fishing. Clearwater Lake for boat rentals or Jet skies. Sites to see, Blue Springs, Big Springs Johnson Shut Inns, Elephant Rock, Rocky Falls, and many state parks to explore.
We are also only three miles from the town of Ellington, MO for your shopping needs, several restaurants and antiquing.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
$20
/ night
Quiet Ozark RV/Tent Camping
2. Quiet Ozark RV/Tent Camping
100%
(12)
17mi from Clearwater Lake · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Looking for a quiet, peaceful private RV site? This site is on a 1 lane county road, 1 mile from Current River and 3 miles from Big Springs (see pics). The country setting is ideal for anyone interested in fishing, floating, hiking or other outdoor activities. No worries about flooding at this location!
The small rural town of Van Buren, Missouri is 1 mile away for supplies. A must see is Big Springs in the Ozark National Scenic Riverways Park 3 miles away.
Full hook up (water/elec/sewer/trash) located at 136 Harner Holler in Van Buren, Missouri. Only a three other RV sites on the property. Sites listed are 136A and 136 B is on the shared acre. The other two sites are approximately 50 yards away, 209 being one of these sites. The total property area is 30 acres with rarely any traffic on the country road.
Note: A large Class A RV would not be able to make the curve in the county road.
2 night minimum preferred, but not required.
Weekly/monthly rates available. Contact owner. Weekly and monthly rates will have additional electric charge based on usage.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Big Creek RV Park/ Arcadia Meadow Campground LLC
3. Big Creek RV Park/ Arcadia Meadow Campground LLC
100%
(10)
20mi from Clearwater Lake · 42 sites
At Big Creek RV Park, we are committed to providing the best camping experience. Resting among the Southeastern Missouri woodlands with winding trails that follow the spring-fed Big Creek, our grounds are a wonderful place to get away and experience the outdoors. At night, our guests enjoy the beauty of the open sky, full of stars and free of city lights.
Big Creek RV Park/Arcadia Meadow Campground, LLC has 63 spacious, well-maintained sites (21 are pull-throughs), all with full hookups. Some of our amenities include swimming pool, walking trails, petting zoo, seasonal events, wood for your fire, propane, ice, and campground store. We are located near the most popular attractions in Missouri: Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park, Elephant Rocks State Park, Taum Sauk Mountain State Park, Fort Davidson State Historic Site, St. Joe State Park, and the Black River. Less than 2 hours south of St. Louis, MO, Arcadia Meadow Campground, LLC is not far from historical landmarks in Ironton, Caledonia, and Farmington.
What distinguishes Big Creek RV Park/Arcadia Meadow Campground, LLC from other campgrounds and RV parks is our emphasis on our guests. We believe you deserve the best experience when staying with us, and no attention to details should be spared. Clean, private restroom/shower suites; planned events for guests of all ages; a variety of recreational activities to make the most of the landscape; plenty of nearby attractions; and a welcoming staff willing to assist you in any way; all ensure that your stay is enjoyable and memorable. Next time you are looking for a retreat, come to Big Creek RV and experience the unfolding beauty of the Arcadia Meadow during all 4 seasons.
But don't just take our word for it; see what our satisfied guests have to say on Rover Pass, TripAdvisor, Google Reviews, and RV Park Reviews. Join the family and follow us on Facebook to keep an eye out for what is happening at Big Creek RV Park/Arcadia Meadow Campground, LLC, your family-friendly nature retreat.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$49
/ night
The Holliday Landing on the Lake
4. The Holliday Landing on the Lake
94%
(66)
21mi from Clearwater Lake · 44 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:
Holliday Landing Resort & Marina offers a variety of beautiful campsites to meet your camping needs. There are 11 sites with water, electric, and sewer hook-ups, 28 sites with water and electric, there is a secluded mini-loop where tent campers can enjoy the same access and amenities. All water and electric campsites have 30/120 amp electric service and frost-free water. Guests may use the modern restroom facility with showers. A dump station is available for your use.
Each non-primitive site has a gravel pad for RV campers and parking, a grassy area for tent camping, visiting, or playing, a picnic table, and a fire ring with grill. Each primitive site has a grassy area, picnic table, and fire ring with no designated parking area.
For your convenience, camping guests may use the boat ramp and may rent a boat slip for a $10 nightly fee. Kids and adults alike can play together at our playground area. Camping guests also have access to an inground swimming pool at no extra charge.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$35
/ night
Rocky Falls Campsite
5. Rocky Falls Campsite
100%
(10)
26mi from Clearwater Lake · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Closest electric campsite to the wonderful Rocky Falls picnic area/swimming hole in the Ozark National Scenic Riverways, where there is also a connection to the Ozark Trail to Mill Mountain Shut-Ins and historic Klepzig Mill. Enjoy the exclusive use of this electric campsite on 80 acres, mostly forest. 50 amp, 30 amp, and two 110-volt outlets. Room for up to 2 large RVs/camper trailers plus tents, so bring your family or small group. Other attractions in the area include the clear spring-fed Jacks Fork River and Current River, Blue Spring, Alley Spring, Peck Ranch Conservation Area, the Rocky Creek wild horse herd and so much more.
Enjoy all these areas while camped away from the crowds in your own private campsite with a picnic table and campfire ring. About 1 ft x 4 ft of dry firewood available for $15, or about 2 ft x 4 ft for $30, from on-site wood box. Call or text host for lock combination. Enjoy the fireflies and vast dark night sky with no overhead lights in an area with very little light pollution. Campsite has good cell phone coverage with most carriers.
Electrical hookup
Pets
from
$28
/ night
Fredrock Waterfront Glampground
6. Fredrock Waterfront Glampground
99%
(63)
28mi from Clearwater Lake · 20 sites
Fredrock is a small privately owned glampground on crystal clear 12mile Creek.
It is located about 15 minutes from the nearest town on 33 beautiful acres.
Enjoy one of the 7 themed stays or bring your own RV and stay in one of only 5 RV spots.
It is just a few minutes walk to 12 Mile Creek which runs through the property.
Enjoy the beautiful bluffs, shut-ins, gravel river beds and crystal clear water. Swimming, hiking, stargazing, and horseshoes are all available at Fredrock!
Pets
Full hookups
from
$50
/ night
Arcadia Valley Outdoors Land
7. Arcadia Valley Outdoors Land
98%
(841)
32mi from Clearwater Lake · 37 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
A wooded, more private camping experience with unique site designs and natural elements. Wood-burning sauna and hot tub available for guest use.
Primitive Camping
Van/vehicle Camping
Small Trailers
Glamping
Bike Trails, Hiking, creek sit-in' on site!
Best of the midwest biking, hiking, Ozark Trail, rock climbing Elephant Rocks Park, Johnson Shut-ins and more swimming holes nearby!
Wood for sale on site, $5 per bundle, Fire starters also available.
Ask us about our "Really Good At Camping" merchandise. We have shirts, mugs & wine tumblers!
*Cash Only* at this time.
We Have free stickers!
*For camp site locations please refer to our map in the campsite listing photos.
We are located just west of the Ironton Water Works Plant and the Shepherd Mountain Lake dam. Turn right after the dam, drive through Shepherd Mountain Lake Park. If our "campground guests only" gate if it is closed, and please close gate behind you. Thank you!
No Hook Ups
No swimming in the lake and no outside boats, but we have boats for campers to use free of charge!
General Store and restroom facilities/showers coming soon!
Pets
from
$30
/ night
Arcadia Valley BaseCamp
8. Arcadia Valley BaseCamp
97%
(45)
32mi from Clearwater Lake · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
BaseCamp is s respite nestled into the Arcadia Valley, just miles from Elephant Rocks and Johnsons Shut-Ins State Parks and several conservation areas. With nearly 70 acres surrounded by Mark Twain National Forest, there are many opportunities for hiking, botanical exploration, licensed fishing, mountain biking, equine accessible trails, and much more without ever leaving BaseCamp. There is a small pond on the property with a walking trail and a rock garden that doubles as a small creek when rains are heavy. With camping options ranging from backpacking and tent camping to van dwellers and Tiny House glamping, all are welcome. Adventure begins at Base Camp!
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
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$25
/ night
Eminence Cottages and Camp
9. Eminence Cottages and Camp
98%
(84)
32mi from Clearwater Lake · 45 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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!
Pets
Full hookups
from
$20
/ night
Williams Camp : Eleven Point River
10. Williams Camp : Eleven Point River
98%
(30)
34mi from Clearwater Lake · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:
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.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$34
/ night
Scottish Highland Cattle Ranch
11. Scottish Highland Cattle Ranch
100%
(12)
42mi from Clearwater Lake · 9 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:
We have five campsites in 135 acres of acres of forest and ranch land in our working cattle and sheep ranch. Located in a serene valley in the Ozark Highlands, the Ranch has Sheep, Scottish Highland Cattle, Chickens, Ducks and Great Pyrenees livestock guard dogs (only in the sheep pastures - and they are friendly). If you want to meet our animals and see the farm we are happy to show you around!
This is a unique site located in the Ozark Highlands. Only 45 minutes from Cape Girardeau (a small river town on the Mississippi), and 45 minutes from the Arcadia Valley including Taum Sauk mountain (the highest point in Missouri), Elephant Rocks, the Johnston Shutins, and other beautiful areas in the highlands.
The farm is five minutes from Marble Hill, which is home to the Bollinger County Natural History museum which highlights the only dinosaur bones found in Missouri. The bones were found at a farm in Glennallen (a few minutes from our farm) as well as a great barbeque (Jay’s Restaurant) and a good catfish restaurant (Jers Restaurant). On the way to our farm, feel free to stop at the 1,700 foot deep artesian well to get a cool, refreshing jug of natural artesian well water – the water is free, but you have to bring your own containers!
We are two and a half hours southwest of St. Louis, and two and half hours northwest of Memphis.
Pets
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$24
/ night
Cinco de Mayo Campground
12. Cinco de Mayo Campground
98%
(191)
42mi from Clearwater Lake · 16 sites · Tents, RVs
Every morning that I wake up at Cinco I think how fortunate I am to have a place on this earth where I am excited to be. Whether it is sweaty-hot summertime or deep-freeze, snow-covered wintertime I treasure the moments sipping a cup of tea on the riverbank listening to the birds competing over food and mates...or to the ice breaking up with the morning heat. Starting the day this way can sure alleviate a lot of stress! The tenants and guests that have stayed here make my favorite place on earth truly precious. Sharing with others magnifies the experience. Please give yourself the gift of staying here for a weekend.Learn more about this land:Sleep right on the banks of the river or in the clean level yard just a few feet away. Kayak or fish all day then enjoy a nice warm shower in our bathhouse. You can freshen your gear in our new mini-laundromat. Bring quarters or download an Iphone app to start the laundry machines.
Pets
Full hookups
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$45
/ night
Sycamore Springs Campground
13. Sycamore Springs Campground
96%
(100)
44mi from Clearwater Lake · 21 sites · Tents, RVs
The campsite sits alongside the Castor River, offering electric hookups at 5 sites as well as 5 primitive tent sites. Enjoy outdoor adventures just minutes away, at the Amidon Memorial Conservation Area, a 1,630-acre area located on the upper reaches of the Castor River, located south of Route J, eight miles east of Fredericktown.
Electrical hookup
Pets
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$25
/ night
Flying W Store & Camping LLC
14. Flying W Store & Camping LLC
91%
(23)
48mi from Clearwater Lake · 44 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:
Located between two Canoe Rentals on Upper Current River. Campground is 5 miles from River. We are also 4.5miles from Flat Nasty Off Road Park. Check out our fb page
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
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$30
/ night
Fieldwoodsorriverbank
15. Fieldwoodsorriverbank
95%
(11)
49mi from Clearwater Lake · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:
60 acres of open field, or woods edge, or deep woods or river bank are available to tents but more limited with human mobility limitations or RV or vehicles with less traction. Firewood and toilet is provided. No power or potable water is available. Multiple sites available from 20’ x 20’ concrete pad to backpack into the woods.
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$20
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Legacy Of Four RV And Cabin
16. Legacy Of Four RV And Cabin
100%
(1)
13mi from Clearwater Lake · 1 site · Tent, RV
Enjoy a relaxing stay at our RV site, just 10 minutes from river access in Van Buren, Missouri. The site includes water, sewer, 30/50-amp hookups, and two 110v electrical outlets, plus a fire pit, picnic table, and a small creek out back.
Guests love the quiet country setting with easy access to the Current River, Big Spring, and the Ozark National Scenic Riverways — perfect for fishing, floating, hunting, or simply unwinding in nature.
Add-on available: Stay beside our cozy tiny cabin (listed separately on Airbnb) for friends or family.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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$20
/ night
Van Buren River Fun - RV & Campsite
17. Van Buren River Fun - RV & Campsite
79%
(7)
16mi from Clearwater Lake · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
Van Buren River Fun RV & Campsites opened for the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 with a sold out campground! It was an awesome experience to see the beautiful Eclipse!! Everyone enjoyed themselves and had a ton of fun!
This campground is unique because it comes with private access to 1 mile of river access at Shote Hole Bluff there's a shallow gravel bar for swimming, lounging in the sun in your chair, cooking out, a boat dock, you can set up a canopy for the day and have fun in the sun in the pristine crystal clear gorgeous spring fed Current River!
The RV and camp sites have access to a potable water spigot, a porta potty all season long from May 24th through September 3rd, a sewer dump site and the RV and campsites have their own fire rings. The river is directly across the road from the campground.
This is the quietest campground that is close to the river and it is very close to Van Buren.
It is a rare luxury to have walking access to the Current River.
Please contact us with any questions - seasonal rates being May 31, 2024 through Labor Day, September 3, 2024.
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$30
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Myc’s Forest
18. Myc’s Forest
24mi from Clearwater Lake · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
You can enjoy your time at Myc’s Forest by wandering through the trees, fishing at the pond, or chatting with friends by the fire. During spring there is a wide variety of wildflowers along with edible berries. There are three primitive campsites on the property. Each campsite is provided with a fire pit and trash can. We do not provide bathrooms so either dig a hole or bring your own portable toilet. Five of ten acres are open for campers to roam while the other five is where my partner and I have our off-grid home, garden, and pets.
PROPERTY RULES:
-Wear swim shoes in the pond
-Leave no trace
-Keep pets on leash
-Fires only in designated pits
-No glass bottles
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$20
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Stilts Current River Lookout
19. Stilts Current River Lookout
100%
(1)
29mi from Clearwater Lake · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to our 5 acres of private land sitting on the bank of Current River.
You can enjoy a relaxing stay in your camper or RV, with dock access and boat ramp access available. We also provide a fire pit for your enjoyment.
Indulge in some smallmouth fishing, wading, kayaking, canoeing, or simply sit on the deck and soak up the sun.
If you enjoy hiking or being out in the wilderness, you will find yourself surrounded by the Mark Twain Forest Service, offering hundreds of acres and trails to explore.
Water, sewer, and electric hookups are available.
Pets
Full hookups
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$123
/ night
2 Broke Girls Glampground
20. 2 Broke Girls Glampground
100%
(8)
31mi from Clearwater Lake · 5 sites · RVs, Lodging
Welcome to 2 Broke Girls Glampground at Wappapello Lake. We are a small, privately owned campground, surrounded by nature and wildlife. We offer unique vacation rentals, annual, monthly and nightly campsites. Each of our vacation rentals and campsites are uniquely designed and conveniently located just seconds away from Rockwood Beach and Boat Ramp.
Pets
Full hookups
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$45
/ night
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jamie
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Nice place in the winter - not many people and the hosts are super friendly.
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Brett
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
Great spot. Close to the mountain, beautiful site.
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Seth
November 2025
19 ft travel trailer
With kids
Easy and stress free stay. Easy access and quiet.
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Robert
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Me & my son spent 2 days tent camping here. It sits right along the creek & very well kept. Harley is a good guy & friendly host.
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Lauren
November 2025
17 ft travel trailer
We had a great time camping on Teresa's land. It has all the hookups you need and more! Very peaceful remote area, but still close enough to Van Buren that fetching any forgotten supplies is a breeze. She was also very kind, suggesting locations, offering advise, and even getting us some extra fire wood. One thing of note is to not listen to your GPS when arriving and actually read Teresa's email with detailed directions. Lol Otherwise you end up down her neighbor's driveway and look like an idiot. 😂
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Matthew
November 2025
16 ft car
The site was very quiet and we were the only campers in the area. It was secluded and a great spot for a getaway. The firewood on-site was a big plus for us. We were also grateful for the extremely clean porta potty on site. Hosts were not on site that we could tell, but it was not needed anyway for our stay.
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KimberlyandDave
November 2025
18 ft travel trailer
With pets
This full hook-up site was perfect in every way! It is so peaceful and in a pretty setting. We spent a week and enjoyed each day. Teresa is a wonderful host and a very kind person. If we come back to this beautiful area in the future, we will definitely want to stay here again. We highly recommend this campground.
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Alberta
November 2025
18 ft campervan
With pets
Easy access, great hospitality! The peaceful abundance in a natural environment makes it a refreshing spot to take a break.
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Garrett
November 2025
15 ft pop-up camper
it is probably a great site to camp on.
i never got the chance, i called left message that i had broken down along the way and needed to cancel. i think i tried to email them as well, but my cell service was intermittent from where i was at. i requested a refund as i couldn’t make the stay. left my info, and number/site.
never heard back from them. so i ended up wasting $175 (three nights-weekend). i still haven’t heard much from them.
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Andrea
November 2025
15 ft pop-up camper
The high and dry site was easy to find, felt private, had enough room to spread out and was surrounded by woods. It was conveniently located close to town and to parks and hiking in the area. We didn't see anyone (except two friendly dogs that stopped by one day). There is a nice fire pit at the site and a clean porta potty a quick walk across the bridge. There was a some road noise, but overall a nice little spot and good base camp with so much to explore in this beautiful area.
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erica
October 2025
Tent
With pets
I had a fantastic stay! Amazing views, and a great place to explore
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Javon
October 2025
Tent
I loved camping here . Love the amenities but I would have to say the roads and lighting here are a downside. The potholes are crazy and the "solar lights" are so dim it's so hard to see anything
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Mike
October 2025
Tent
With kids
A great place for tent camping in a quiet setting within a short distance of town. Sites are clean and ours was layered with mulch. Will visit again.
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Victoria
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Arcadia Valley Outdoors was the best camping experience I’ve had! It was so easy to enter the campground and find our site, Old Country. Old Country was secluded from the other sites, which we LOVED! It was good to know we had neighbors nearby, but good we had our own space. Old Country was very clean and it was plenty of space for all our camping needs! It was so perfect :) We will be coming back!
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avee
October 2025
Tent
Absolutely amazing! Great tine with great client service
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Valerie
October 2025
28 ft travel trailer
With pets
Very well taken care of campground and Misty and her staff were a delight!
There are so many little hidden spots they have setup to just relax in the woods by the creek. The road noise is noticeable, but the area makes up for it for sure!!!
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Sam
October 2025
Tent
I thoroughly enjoyed tent camping on Sherri’s land. High and Dry was a spacious spot on the edge of the woods with a great mix of tree coverage and expansive skies (fantastic for stargazing). A great base camp location for anyone wanting to check out the local natural wonders~!
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Sean
October 2025
Tent
Awesome camping awesome location we'll definitely be coming back
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Ryan
October 2025
Tent
Base Camp was absolutely amazing. Very pretty views and a great place to relax.
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Russell
October 2025
27 ft travel trailer
With pets
Teresa was a great host! She sent me very clear directions to her land before we arrived. When we got there, she welcomed us and told us the best restaurants in the area and sites to see and answered any questions we had. She offered free firewood. Her land was right off the main highway, but had minimal traffic noise. It was just a few miles away from big Spring, a must see!
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