Named after the Missouri River that flows through its heart, Missouri lies in the Midwest of the United States and shares borders with eight different states. It’s home to vibrant cities such as St. Louis and Kansas City, where distinctive styles of jazz, blues, and ragtime music have flourished.
Missouri has been inhabited by Indigenous peoples for at least 12,000 years, with European explorers arriving in the 17th century. It hosted several significant conflicts during the American Civil War while its central role in the United States’ westward expansion is honored at the Gateway Arch.
From the forested highlands of the Ozarks to sparkling lakes and the grassy plains of the Mississippi River, Missouri’s diverse terrain makes it a spectacular place to rent an RV. The hot, wet summers intersperse with cool to cold winters, with something for campers to explore in all seasons.
RV Camping in Missouri
In the heart of Missouri is the Cottonwoods RV Park, which lies just a short drive north of Columbia. There are almost 100 back-in and pull-through sites available, as well as a swimming pool, laundry facilities, and free wireless internet. A short hop south is the Red Oak Resort & RV Park, where you’ll find a swimming pool and a mini-golf course near the Lake of the Ozarks.
If you head towards St. Louis, you can camp at the Pin Oak Creek RV Park, which is just a 15 minutes’ drive from Six Flags St. Louis. There are 120 shaded RV sites, laundry facilities, and clean shower blocks at this Missouri RV park, as well as a camp store where you can pick up essentials. If you prefer to be in the heart of St. Louis, book into the St. Louis RV Park, which is within walking distance of the Gateway Arch and Busch Stadium.
After visiting St. Louis, drive south to the Big Creek RV Park, a big-rig-friendly park that makes an excellent base for exploring Taum Sauk Mountain State Park and Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park. You can spend your days relaxing in the swimming pool and fishing in the creek, with a gaming arcade and a children’s playground where kids can let off some steam.
If you head farther west, you’ll arrive at the Ozarks Mountain Springs RV Park & Cabins, a pet-friendly and big-rig-friendly Missouri RV campground in Mountain View. There are 60 full hookups with 20, 30, or 50-amp electrics on the doorstep of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways and the Ozark Mills.
The Oak Grove RV Park is a good base for exploring Table Rock State Park in the far south of Missouri, as well as the nearby Dogwood Canyon Nature Park. There are 50 full-hookup sites (both back-in and pull-through), with scenic views and an overwhelmingly peaceful atmosphere. Also nearby is the Branson Shenanigans RV Park. Its immaculate grounds are coupled with high-speed Wi-Fi and cable television.
On the western border of Missouri is Kansas City, which is renowned for its barbecue and jazz heritage. Bunk down at the Basswood Resort to the north of the city or book one of the full hookup sites at the Campus RV Park or the 55+ Autumn Falls RV Park.
Whether you want to explore the rugged landscapes of the Ozarks or get your barbecue fix in Kansas City, book a camper rental in Missouri and start planning your adventure to the Show-Me State.
