Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Cape Girardeau, Missouri, United States

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64 campgrounds 1,144 available sites
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North Sandusky Campground

Sesser, IL · 59.9 mi from Cape Girardeau

4.5 (634 reviews)

North Sandusky Campground, situated on the western shore of Rend Lake, offers a diverse range of activities and natural beauty. The area encompasses 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land, making it ideal for both adventure seekers and tho...

  • RV sites: 96
  • Tent sites: 96
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site
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North Marcum Day Use Area

Benton, IL · 60.2 mi from Cape Girardeau

5.0 (9 reviews)

North Marcum Day Use Area offers diverse activities and events amidst the natural beauty of Rend Lake, which spans over 20,000 acres of water and land. It's an ideal destination for both adventure seekers and those looking for a tranquil escape. E...

  • Beach Access
  • Pet friendly
  • Showers
  • Playground
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Gun Creek

Whittington, IL · 62.4 mi from Cape Girardeau

4.4 (781 reviews)

Gun Creek Campground is situated on the eastern shore of Rend Lake, offering diverse activities and natural beauty. The area encompasses 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. It caters to various preferences, from adventurous pursuits to...

  • RV sites: 99
  • Tent sites: 99
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site
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Fuchs House

Wiliamsville, MO · 63.9 mi from Cape Girardeau

4.2 (48 reviews)

In the late 1930s, Rudolph Fuchs constructed a five-bedroom concrete and stone house for his family, along with a wheel house to generate electricity using a dam and a small pond. Although designed to harness water power through a wheel, electrici...

  • Power Service
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Markham Springs

Williamsville, MO · 64 mi from Cape Girardeau

3.6 (37 reviews)

Markham Springs Campground is located on the Black River within Missouri's Mark Twain National Forest, offering various trails and recreational activities. Named after M. J. Markham, who owned the property from 1901 to the 1930s, it features the h...

  • RV sites: 12
  • Tent sites: 12
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Highway K

Annapolis, MO · 68.7 mi from Cape Girardeau

4.2 (431 reviews)

Campers looking to enjoy a scenic stay on the clear waters of the Black River, will enjoy the calming riverside atmosphere at Highway K Park.

  • RV sites: 57
  • Tent sites: 80
  • Pet friendly
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site
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Explore Cape Girardeau, MO

Population: 40,344

Nearby city: St. Louis, MO

Approx. 99 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 338 ft

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Explore Cape Girardeau, MO

Population: 40,344

Nearby city: St. Louis, MO

Approx. 99 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 338 ft

About Cape Girardeau, Missouri

Cape Girardeau, Missouri, sits along the Mississippi River and makes a practical base for camping in southeast Missouri. Campgrounds and RV parks near the city put you close to river scenery, wooded bluffs, and easy day hikes at Trail of Tears State Park. With I-55 nearby, it is an accessible stop for road trips, weekend tent camping, and longer RV stays while exploring small towns and wildlife areas in the region.

Around Cape Girardeau you will find a wide mix of RV parks and tent sites, with limited cabin options. Many options operate seasonally, with the most availability from spring through fall and limited choices in winter. Browse 52 outdoor stays, with typical nightly rates around $29 and options ranging from $5 to $84, to match simple tent sites or convenient RV bases.

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