Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Gaines, MO
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Ozark Mountains, Gaines, MO, offers a wealth of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure and tranquility. For RV campers, the nearby Hughes Mountain Campground provides spacious sites with essential amenities, including water and electric hookups, all set against stunning views of the surrounding forested hills. Tent campers can take advantage of Mark Twain National Forest, where well-maintained campsites allow for a rustic experience surrounded by serene woodlands, wildlife, and the soothing sounds of nearby streams. If you crave a more remote experience, the dispersed camping options along the Current River offer seclusion and breathtaking scenery, giving you direct access to fishing, kayaking, and hiking trails. The varied geography surrounding Gaines boasts rolling hills, lush forests, and sparkling rivers, ensuring that every camping trip is an opportunity to connect with nature. With its diverse options, from well-equipped campgrounds to off-the-beaten-path sites, Gaines is a perfect destination for campers of all styles seeking a memorable escape into the wild.
Cobb Ridge Campground is located in the Ava/Cassville/Willow Springs Ranger District, Mark Twain National Forest (53 min southeast of Springfield, MO) with an elevation of 1,311 feet. There are a total of 45 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of January to the end of December. 38 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 284 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 28 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $45.00. Some amenities include shower, flush toilets. Activities include biking.
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.
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