Top 10 Family-Friendly Campgrounds in Missouri

Top 10 Family-Friendly Campgrounds in Missouri

Don’t head out for camping in Missouri without a plan to get out on the water – whether by kayak, canoe, motorboat or simply your swimming legs! Browse this list of Missouri campgrounds to start planning your waterfront getaway.

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The ideal Missouri camping trip mixes equal parts water sport and cave exploration! With the larger-than-life Lake of the Ozarks and the Mississippi River, it’s hard to pass up a day of fishing or kayaking. At the same time, natural wonders like Marvel Cave, Meramec Caverns, and Onondaga Cave make underground adventuring a can’t-miss item on your itinerary when camping in Missouri!

If you're looking for a perfect getaway for the whole family, our campgrounds with playgrounds for children are ideal for you. Enjoy beautiful settings with fun, safe play areas that keep kids entertained while you relax and unwind.

Top Family-Friendly Camping in Missouri

Top Deals in Missouri

Port of Kimberling Resort & Campground
  • Cabins
  • RV Sites
  • Tent Sites

Port of Kimberling Resort & Campground

4.728 Verified Reviews
Kimberling City, MO
  • Beach
  • Waterfront
  • Pool
  • Fishing
  • Hot Tub / Sauna
  • Dog Park
  • Boat Launch
  • Cable TV
  • Basketball
  • Bathrooms
  • Showers
  • Internet Access
  • Pavilion

Extend The Fun—50% OFF (EXTRA NIGHT)

Add a Thursday or Sunday to your weekend stay and save on the 3rd night during non-peak season! Use promo code EXTFUN. *Not valid for Saturday arrivals or departures. Cannot be combined with any other discounts. Offer has limited availability. Deal code may be applied to qualifiable bookings at any time. If applied 48 hours after booking creation, any resulting credit will be made available as a Camp Credit to be applied within 1 year of application towards a future booking at Port of Kimberling Resort & Campground only.

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4-Night Deal—25% OFF Cabins & Campsites

Stay 4 nights and save on weeknights! Use promo code 4NIGHT at check out. *Cannot be combined with any other discounts. Offer has limited availability. Excludes group lodges. Excludes Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day Weekend. Deal code may be applied to qualifiable bookings at any time. If applied 48 hours after booking creation, any resulting credit will be made available as a Camp Credit to be applied within 1 year of application towards a future booking at Port of Kimberling Resort & Campground only.

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7-Night Deal—35% OFF Cabins & Campsites

Stay 7 nights this year and save! Enter promo code 7NIGHT at checkout. *Check in any day, Sunday - Friday. Not valid for Saturday arrivals or departures. Cannot be combined with any other discounts. Offer has limited availability. Excludes group lodges. Deal code may be applied to qualifiable bookings at any time. If applied 48 hours after booking creation, any resulting credit will be made available as a Camp Credit to be applied within 1 year of application towards a future booking at Port of Kimberling Resort & Campground only.

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3-Night Deal—15% OFF Cabins & Campsites

Staying at our Camp-Resort during the season? Save big with this deal! Get 15% off your vacation when you stay 3 nights! Must check in Sun, Mon or Tue. Must check in Sun, Mon or Tue. Cannot be combined with any other discounts. Offer has limited availability. Excludes Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day Weekend. Deal code may be applied to qualifiable bookings at any time prior to arrival. If applied 48 hours after booking creation, any resulting credit will be made available as a Camp Credit to be applied within 1 year of application towards a future booking at Port of Kimberling only.

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5-Night Deal—30% OFF WEEKNIGHTS

Book a 5-night stay anytime this year and save big! Must check in on a Sunday during peak season. Enter promo code 5NIGHT at checkout. Not valid for Saturday arrivals or departures. Cannot be combined with any other discounts. Offer has limited availability. Deal code may be applied to qualifiable bookings at any time prior to arrival. If applied 48 hours after booking creation, any resulting credit will be made available as a Camp Credit to be applied within 1 year of application towards a future booking at Port of Kimberling Resort & Campground only.

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Owl Creek Market & RV Park
  • Cabins
  • RV Sites
  • Tent Sites

Owl Creek Market & RV Park

4.7112 Verified Reviews
Odessa, MO
  • Pool
  • Dog Park
  • Bathrooms
  • Showers
  • Internet Access
  • General Store
  • Garbage
  • Laundry

Good Sam Discount

We offer a Good Sam discount! When booking your reservation online, simply enter the promo code GOODSAM and receive 10% off your stay. We will ask for your Good Sam membership card at time of arrival.

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Military Discount

We offer a discount to active military and veterans. When booking online, simply enter in the promo code MILITARY and receive 10% off your stay. Please provide ID at time of check-in.

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Whispering Pines Campground
  • RV Sites
  • Tent Sites

Whispering Pines Campground

2.52 Verified Reviews
Jadwin, MO
  • Restaurant
  • Live Music
  • Bathrooms
  • Special Events

Military Discount

We offer a 10% discount to active and retired military members. Use promocode SALUTE to make your reservation. Discount must be done at time of reservation. Military member must be present for discount at time of check in. PLEASE BRING YOUR MILITARY ID OR PAPERS AT TIME OF CHECK-IN.

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Not just home to great barbeque, the Show Me State has its share of outdoor and historic locations worthy to be explored. Camping in Missouri is mainly located in its state parks, as most of the National Park Service (NPS) spots here preserve historic landmarks.

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