Discover the best river, stream, or creek RV campgrounds near Springfield, Missouri

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Buehler Farms Glamp site 1

3 sites · RVs, Tents450 acres · Mount Vernon, MO

Orphans Island

3 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · Orphans Island , MO

Float, Fish, Swim or vacation in the Ozarks. We have approximately 3 acers of the 15 we own set aside for camping. Plenty of room for two campsites on cleared, level land adjacent to the James River. We offer a dumpsite for holding tanks, water from our well to fill your water tank and electricity to charge devices and RV batteries at my barn. Also in 2023 I added a port a potty for tent campers. Generator rental available. Located about halfway between Springfield, MO. and Branson, MO. Nearby attractions include canoe rental, trout fishing, and mountain bike park. Please note, This campground is located in a floodplain and weather related cancellations are common. If you are camping to be close to nearby attractions or don't mind a muddy, flooded river I can let you camp on higher ground. Not quite as private but still lots of room. Fish, Fish, Fish. This river is primed for fishing. You will have to bring your own boat, or float as I don't have good river bank fishing access. There is a state park boat ramp a short distance away. The steps in the photos are plenty sturdy to tie boats to overnight. This river is fishable with flat bottom jet drive boats most of the spring and early summer and floatable year round. You can float to your campsite and relax instead of waiting in line at the boat ramp. Also we are located about 13 miles from Crane Creek, A blue ribbon trout park. You can camp here and fish there.

Natural Farms - Campground

52 sites · RVs, Tents241 acres · MO

Your Tent, RV, or Camper Trailer camping experience at Natural Farms could be one of your life's ten most-memorable events. Your host is a world renown preparedness expert, and widely popular nationally syndicated radio broadcaster - You will most likely meet him. We are so confident that you will be delighted with your camping experience we back it with a money-back Guarantee (If you leave before noon of the first day). Situated on 241 Acres, Natural Farms is UNIQUE in the world of camping - Serenity, Tranquility, Fun, and Educationally focused. Almost 1,000,000 square feet are dedicated to camping - A private campground on an all-natural cattle farm. Settled six years before the Civil War, the farm has remained natural - No pesticides, insecticides, nor commercial fertilizer. This is a Closed-Herd farm where all cattle are born and raised on this farm. Each campsite is in a pasture along a wooded creek and is approximately 100' wide with it's own fire pit. Drive right up to your campsite. Hiking trails, fish-feeding pond, Children's playhouse with swings and slide, tire-runs, and horseshoes for the adults are included. Guests may also enjoy the Scavenger Hunt list and a take-home rock of their choosing (up to a softball size) to remember their visit. Guests may purchase Natural Farms USDA inspected beef patties, steaks, beef sticks, and beef jerky – And grill over the wood-fire at your campsite – free grills grates are available for your use. Free tree-limb pickup wood is available or buckets of clean and dry oak is available for purchase. Our pasture-raised and free-range chickens lay the finest brown and blue eggs for our Guests. Have you ever eaten a blue egg? Nature in it's full glory is always on display at the farm. The sounds of nature are soft and omnipresent. And, just in case, Natural Farms has a Full- Service Automotive Repair and Tire Shop - We can service you vehicle while you camp - Jump-starts are free.

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Dockley Ranch

13 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Chadwick, MO

Here at Dockley Ranch, guests can enjoy 80 acres of Missouri Ozarks. Features include a waterfall and hiking trails, peaceful vistas and goats, alpacas, and chickens to entertain. Rent a 1-room cabin or pitch a tent, watch the stars from the hillside stage, grill at the covered pavilion and enjoy the sounds of the countryside. PROPERTY MAP: https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/dashboard/land/2565/map

River Bluff Woods

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Buffalo, MO

Many generations of Native American tribes made these Ozark Mountain river bluffs home, long before settlers came from the east. Listen to the music of the wildlife or play your own music in this remote peaceful paradise.Learn more about this land: Firewood is provided! Camp in a peaceful setting above the Niangua River under the canopy of tall oak trees. Enjoy 25 acres of complete privacy and seclusion! It's a pretty steep trail from the campsite down to the banks of the river, and then a short trail to the canoe put-in spot where a 3-person canoe awaits. Contact me for flexible check in/out times.

12 top river, stream, or creek RV sites near Springfield

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Dockley Ranch

13 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Chadwick, MO

Here at Dockley Ranch, guests can enjoy 80 acres of Missouri Ozarks. Features include a waterfall and hiking trails, peaceful vistas and goats, alpacas, and chickens to entertain. Rent a 1-room cabin or pitch a tent, watch the stars from the hillside stage, grill at the covered pavilion and enjoy the sounds of the countryside. PROPERTY MAP: https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/dashboard/land/2565/map

River Bluff Woods

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Buffalo, MO

Many generations of Native American tribes made these Ozark Mountain river bluffs home, long before settlers came from the east. Listen to the music of the wildlife or play your own music in this remote peaceful paradise.Learn more about this land: Firewood is provided! Camp in a peaceful setting above the Niangua River under the canopy of tall oak trees. Enjoy 25 acres of complete privacy and seclusion! It's a pretty steep trail from the campsite down to the banks of the river, and then a short trail to the canoe put-in spot where a 3-person canoe awaits. Contact me for flexible check in/out times.

Buehler Farms Glamp site 1

3 sites · RVs, Tents450 acres · Mount Vernon, MO

Orphans Island

3 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · Orphans Island , MO

Float, Fish, Swim or vacation in the Ozarks. We have approximately 3 acers of the 15 we own set aside for camping. Plenty of room for two campsites on cleared, level land adjacent to the James River. We offer a dumpsite for holding tanks, water from our well to fill your water tank and electricity to charge devices and RV batteries at my barn. Also in 2023 I added a port a potty for tent campers. Generator rental available. Located about halfway between Springfield, MO. and Branson, MO. Nearby attractions include canoe rental, trout fishing, and mountain bike park. Please note, This campground is located in a floodplain and weather related cancellations are common. If you are camping to be close to nearby attractions or don't mind a muddy, flooded river I can let you camp on higher ground. Not quite as private but still lots of room. Fish, Fish, Fish. This river is primed for fishing. You will have to bring your own boat, or float as I don't have good river bank fishing access. There is a state park boat ramp a short distance away. The steps in the photos are plenty sturdy to tie boats to overnight. This river is fishable with flat bottom jet drive boats most of the spring and early summer and floatable year round. You can float to your campsite and relax instead of waiting in line at the boat ramp. Also we are located about 13 miles from Crane Creek, A blue ribbon trout park. You can camp here and fish there.

Natural Farms - Campground

52 sites · RVs, Tents241 acres · MO

Your Tent, RV, or Camper Trailer camping experience at Natural Farms could be one of your life's ten most-memorable events. Your host is a world renown preparedness expert, and widely popular nationally syndicated radio broadcaster - You will most likely meet him. We are so confident that you will be delighted with your camping experience we back it with a money-back Guarantee (If you leave before noon of the first day). Situated on 241 Acres, Natural Farms is UNIQUE in the world of camping - Serenity, Tranquility, Fun, and Educationally focused. Almost 1,000,000 square feet are dedicated to camping - A private campground on an all-natural cattle farm. Settled six years before the Civil War, the farm has remained natural - No pesticides, insecticides, nor commercial fertilizer. This is a Closed-Herd farm where all cattle are born and raised on this farm. Each campsite is in a pasture along a wooded creek and is approximately 100' wide with it's own fire pit. Drive right up to your campsite. Hiking trails, fish-feeding pond, Children's playhouse with swings and slide, tire-runs, and horseshoes for the adults are included. Guests may also enjoy the Scavenger Hunt list and a take-home rock of their choosing (up to a softball size) to remember their visit. Guests may purchase Natural Farms USDA inspected beef patties, steaks, beef sticks, and beef jerky – And grill over the wood-fire at your campsite – free grills grates are available for your use. Free tree-limb pickup wood is available or buckets of clean and dry oak is available for purchase. Our pasture-raised and free-range chickens lay the finest brown and blue eggs for our Guests. Have you ever eaten a blue egg? Nature in it's full glory is always on display at the farm. The sounds of nature are soft and omnipresent. And, just in case, Natural Farms has a Full- Service Automotive Repair and Tire Shop - We can service you vehicle while you camp - Jump-starts are free.

Pomme Camping Patch

2 sites · RVs3 acres · Hermitage, MO

Acreage by Pomme de Terre Lake. The Ozarks at its best with nearby antiquing, trails, hiking, biking, paddling, fishing, hunting, ATV riding, boating, boat rental, birding, bowling, restaurants/bars, grocery, bumper cars and mini golf. Plenty of room to park your boat, toad or other accessories. Pomme de Terre is an Army Corp lake with no residences on the shore, providing great natural views from the water and public shore accesses. The cove pictured is public access and approximately 3/4 mile down a gravel road from the camp site. Very private camping on three acres off paved road. Listing is for single rig plus a few supporting tents. An RV panel with 20, 30 and 50 amp hookups services the single site. High speed wifi internet provided for streaming, surfing and digital nomads.

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Shadow Bluffs Retreat

16 sites · RVs158 acres · Cassville, MO

Welcome to our serene RV and Camping Park nestled on 158 acres of natural beauty! With 11 spacious full hookup sites, all conveniently designed as pull-throughs to ensure a hassle-free experience for our guests. Explore our extensive hiking trails, unwind by the tranquil wet weather creek, or let your little ones frolic on the playground. Our well-maintained bathhouse ensures comfort during your stay. Plus, with attractions like the Mark Twain National Forest and vibrant Branson, MO, nearby, adventure awaits just around the corner. And don't forget, we're just a mile away from the picturesque Roaring River State Park, perfect for fishing enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Come discover the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at our RV and Camping Park!

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Sandra Walton

8 sites · RVs, Tents32 acres · Elkland, MO

The highway used to run on the back of the property. In the 1800's there was a church on the back side of the property where one of our campsites is today. The ranch has beautiful scenery, lots of Wildlife, berries and wildflowers. It has always been my dream to share this with others Slice of Heaven with others.Learn more about this land:Come to our beautiful country home and enjoy fishing in our stocked pond. Hiking or horseback riding on our trails. Or just hide away in one of our secluded, quiet camp sights. The main house and barn are just a few minutes from any of our campsites. Niangua river is less than 4 min away. We are 20 min north of I-44.

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The Camp at Little Creek

11 sites · RVs, Tents42 acres · Wasola, MO

Littlecreek is on 42 acres nestled in the Ozark Mountains. We have a year round creek which is secluded within beautiful surroundings. Rivers for float trips and/or Bull Shoals lake is nearby with opportunities to bass fish and there are plenty of hiking and off roading trails just 10 minutes away in the Mark Twain National Forest.

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The Sims Family Farm in the Ozarks

8 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Miller, MO

We have spent years here at our farm getting it to a picturesque park like setting. Situated on just 30 acres you will get to interact with some of the friendliest and lovable farm animals around such as the miniature donkey, free range chickens and ducks, and even some goats. The livestock on the farm can vary from time to time. The beautiful stary nights are simply spectacular along with seeing the fireflies at certain times of the year as well as getting to see some of the majestic wildlife that like to call our property theirs. We have seen an abundance of deer, some turkey, raccoons, squirrels, rabbits, and the occasional coyote and bobcat and lots of birds including an occasional visit from a bald eagle. We are just minutes away from Robert E. Talbot conservation area where there are lots of trails to enjoy. We are only a few miles from a small airport that offers skydiving on the weekends seasonally. Springfield is about 30 minutes away, Branson is about an hour away and is a well known tourist location with some shows including some of America's Got Talent runners up and many other shows. We are only a couple minutes away from old Route 66 where there are a lot of neat little places that commemorate Route 66. We are nestled just a short 25 minute drive from Stockton lake where there is some amazing fishing. If you are looking to get back to nature and enjoy what mother nature has provided this is the place for you.

Wildwoods Farmstead

2 sites · RVs, Tents93 acres · Hartville, MO

Welcome to our property, where a diverse array of animals awaits you for both observation and interaction. From our free-roaming sheep and goats to the majestic jersey bulls, livestock guardian dogs, chickens, ducks, and more, there's a fascinating world of farm life to explore. We offer our guests the unique opportunity to engage in hands-on experiences such as learning how to milk a goat, petting and feeding our pigs, herding the sheep, or cuddling with our adorable kids (baby goats). Additionally, we welcome your assistance as we cultivate our garden and continue to develop this land into the nurturing home we envision. If active participation isn't your preference, fear not! Our expansive property provides ample space for exploration and solitude. With three ponds and two creeks to discover, you're invited to immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature. The sense of peace you'll encounter here is truly remarkable, offering a retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The Skygazer

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · MO

Tranquil and picturesque Whites creek trickling by as the birds sing in the nearby trees. A perfectly manicured, exclusive campsite awaits your arrival. This one of kind campsite is located just a few miles East of Ava, Mo. The site has a 80sq ft canvas cabin style tent that is not only carpeted and fully furnished, but also equipped with a "sky gazer" retractable roof. Lighting for the site is provided by a portable power unit which is available for guests to charge any of their electronic devices as well. A picnic table with umbrella, a detached restroom, and a fire pit are also available for guest use. The property offers easy access to Whites creek as well as walking trails to explore the many cave and rock formations in the area. For outdoorsman this site offers easy access to public and private hunting lands as well as world class Smallmouth bass and Rainbow trout fishing opportunities nearby. Branson and Springfield are both about an hour away by car. With both cities having numerous restaurants, activities, and attractions for those seeking a little more than the Show Me states natural beauty. Ava is the closest town with goods and services. It sits just 7 miles to the west of this campsite on Missouri Hwy 14. The town has a Walmart a few restaurants as well as numerous gas stations and convenience stores. THIS SITE HAS NO CELL OR WIFI SERVICE

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Mark Twain National Forest

Bunker, Missouri

Bennett Spring State Park

Bennett Springs, Missouri

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River, stream, or creek RV camping near Springfield guide

Overview

Looking for a camping experience that combines the comfort of an RV with the tranquility of a river? Hipcamp offers over 1500 options for RV camping near Springfield, Missouri with access to nearby rivers. Top campsites like Red Fern (334 reviews), Bentonville Bike Camp (110 reviews), and Dream Meadows Garden (103 reviews) offer popular amenities such as showers, campfires, and toilets. With prices starting at just $5 and an average price of $25 per night, you can enjoy activities like snow sports, off-roading (OHV), and visiting historic sites while taking in the scenic beauty of the Missouri River.