Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Athens, MO
Nestled in the heart of Missouri, Athens offers a range of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts seeking both adventure and tranquility. For RV campers, nearby Mark Twain National Forest provides picturesque campgrounds equipped with modern amenities, allowing visitors to enjoy the stunning landscapes of dense forests and sparkling lakes. Tent camping is equally impressive in the area; the serene Finger Lakes State Park invites families and solo campers alike to set up under the stars, surrounded by lush woodlands and winding trails perfect for hiking and wildlife spotting. If you're drawn to more secluded experiences, dispersed camping opportunities abound in the forested hills surrounding Athens, where you can immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the serene sounds of rustling leaves and chirping birds. The region’s unique geography, characterized by rolling hills and tranquil water bodies, enhances the camping experience, providing ample opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and cycling. Whether you’re an avid backpacker or a RV road tripper, Athens, MO offers a perfect blend of recreation and relaxation in a breathtaking natural setting.
Graham Cave Campground is part of Graham Cave State Park in Missouri (51 min east of Columbia, MO) with an elevation of 725 feet. There are a total of 52 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 29 and 62 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $15.00 to $25.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, laundry facility, playground, boat ramp, restroom, trash dumpster, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Finger Lakes Campground is part of Finger Lakes State Park in Missouri (just 23 min north of Columbia, MO) with an elevation of 718 feet. There are a total of 35 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 81 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 16 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $27.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, general store, playground, boat ramp, swimming, restroom, trash dumpster, firewood, ice, flush toilets, 15 amp hookup, water sports rental. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, recreational shooting nearby.
Arrow Rock Campground is part of Arrow Rock State Park in Missouri (46 min west of Columbia, MO) with an elevation of 691 feet. There are a total of 47 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 31 and 67 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 35 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $33.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Battle of Athens Campground is part of Battle of Athens State Historic Site in Missouri (1 hr 12 min northwest of Quincy, IL) with an elevation of 634 feet. There are a total of 29 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. Max equipment length is 40 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 15 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $27.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, firewood. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails.
Badger Campground is part of Mark Twain State Park in Missouri (1 hr 3 min southwest of Quincy, IL) with an elevation of 677 feet. There are a total of 25 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 52 and 73 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, laundry facility, boat ramp, restroom, trash dumpster, firewood, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Coyote Campground is part of Mark Twain State Park in Missouri (1 hr 3 min southwest of Quincy, IL) with an elevation of 677 feet. There are a total of 31 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 49 and 69 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 9 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $25.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, sewer hookup, laundry facility, boat ramp, restroom, amphitheater, firewood, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Puma Campground is part of Mark Twain State Park in Missouri (1 hr 3 min southwest of Quincy, IL) with an elevation of 677 feet. There are a total of 36 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 46 and 62 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $24.00 to $41.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, sewer hookup, playground, boat ramp, fish cleaning station, restroom, firewood, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
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