Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Carthage, MO
Discover the perfect camping getaway near Carthage, MO, where the rolling hills and lush forests of the Ozarks provide a stunning backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts. For RV campers, Mark Twain National Forest offers well-equipped campgrounds with scenic views and easy access to hiking trails, making it ideal for families and friends alike. Tent camping is popular at the nearby Crowder State Park, where you can pitch your tent under the towering pines and soak in the tranquil atmosphere surrounding Crowder Lake. Adventure seekers can also find dispersed camping opportunities in the Ozark National Scenic Riverways, where primitive campsites along the Current and Jacks Fork Rivers allow you to immerse yourself in nature's beauty. Local geography, with its limestone bluffs and clear streams, provides ample opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and nature walks. No matter your camping preference, Carthage offers an array of options to create unforgettable outdoor memories!
Mound Valley Campground in Montgomery County is located 1 hr 23 min west of Joplin, MO with an elevation of 856 feet. There are a total of 84 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of March to the beginning of November. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 14 and 90 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 46 sites have electric and water hookups. 28 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $76.00. Some amenities include shower, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Dam Site River Campground in Carroll County is located 44 min east of Rogers, AR with an elevation of 907 feet. There are a total of 58 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 96 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 12 sites have electric and water hookups. 46 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $21.00 to $26.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Lost Bridge North Campground in Benton County is located 37 min east of Rogers, AR with an elevation of 1,098 feet. There are a total of 49 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 22 and 55 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 1 site has electric and water hookups. 48 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $22.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Prairie Creek Campground in Benton County is located just 18 min east of Rogers, AR with an elevation of 1,112 feet. There are a total of 114 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. 107 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 12 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 87 sites have electric and water hookups. 27 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $200.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, swimming, marina, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Cherryvale Park Campground in Montgomery County is located 1 hr 23 min west of Joplin, MO with an elevation of 856 feet. There are a total of 24 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 98 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. All sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $18.00 to $200.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Horseshoe Bend Campground in Benton County is located just 20 min east of Rogers, AR with an elevation of 1,111 feet. There are a total of 187 campsites. The campground is open all year. 184 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 8 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 21 sites have electric and water hookups. 163 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, swimming, marina. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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.
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