Meramec Valley Campground & RV Park
Cuba, MO · 52.9 mi from Festus
2.8 (5 reviews)
2.8
- General Store
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Dump station on site
Top Campgrounds near Festus
51 campgrounds
589 available sites
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Birds Nest Lodge
Steelville, MO · 54.6 mi from Festus
Bird’s Nest Campground, located in the Ozarks, offers a relaxing escape for nature lovers with various camping options, including tent sites and RV spaces. Guests can enjoy easy river access for floating trips, along with amenities like a camp sto...
- Power Service
- Wi Fi
- Picnic Table
- Pet friendly
Garrisons Canoe Rental & Campground
Steelville, MO · 55 mi from Festus
Love's RV Hookup-Hamel IL 578
Hamel, IL · 55.3 mi from Festus
4.4 (5 reviews)
Love's RV Hookup-Hamel IL 578 provides RV travelers with a safe and clean stop off Hwy 140, featuring 30-amp and 50-amp electric service, water hookups, Wi-Fi, and a communal dump station. Guests enjoy a seamless check-in process via their devices...
- RV sites: 6
- Power Service
- Wi Fi
- Pet friendly
- Water Hookup
Cobblestone Lodge
Steelville, MO · 55.4 mi from Festus
4.8 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Restrooms
- Restaurant
Lucky Clover Lakeside River Resort
Steelville, MO · 56 mi from Festus
5.0 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Beach Access
- Restrooms
Boonies Farm
Worden, IL · 57.3 mi from Festus
4.8 (5 reviews)
Big Creek RV Park LLC
Annapolis, MO · 57.4 mi from Festus
5.0 (5 reviews)
Fredrock
Fredericktown, MO · 58.7 mi from Festus
5.0 (5 reviews)
Season starts on March 27, 2027
Closed for Season
Sutton Bluff Recreation Area
Salem, MO · 61.3 mi from Festus
3.9 (210 reviews)
Sutton Bluff Recreation Area features spacious campsites with natural shade, cool breezes, and scenic views, ideal for visitors. The area is popular among those exploring the nearby off-road vehicle trails. Abundant songbirds enhance the tranquil ...
- RV sites: 25
- Tent sites: 25
- Showers
Jam Hut RV Park
Berger, MO · 61.5 mi from Festus
3.4 (5 reviews)
Lakeview RV Estates
Foley, MO · 62.1 mi from Festus
- Waste Disposal
Season starts on May 1, 2027
Closed for Season
Dam West Spillway
Carlyle, IL · 62.2 mi from Festus
Dam West Spillway is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, Illinois' largest man-made lake, 50 mi east of St. Louis. It serves as a peaceful retreat for city-dwellers and families. The area combines the charm of a small town with scenic l...
- Potable Water
- Pet friendly
- River Access
Season starts on May 1, 2027
Closed for Season
Dam East Spillway (Day Use)
Carlyle, IL · 62.4 mi from Festus
5.0 (1 review)
The Dam East Spillway Day Use Area is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, 50 mi east of St. Louis. It serves as a tranquil escape for city-dwellers and families, combining a small-town atmosphere with the beauty of Illinois' largest man...
- Potable Water
- Playground
Season starts on May 1, 2027
Closed for Season
Dam West Day Use
Carlyle, IL · 62.5 mi from Festus
4.1 (28 reviews)
Dam West Day Use Area is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, 50 mi east of St. Louis. It serves as a peaceful retreat for city-dwellers and families, blending small-town charm with the vastness of Illinois' largest man-made lake.
- Beach Access
- Showers
- Marina
- Playground
Season starts on April 2, 2027
Closed for Season
Dam West Campground
Carlyle, IL · 62.8 mi from Festus
4.7 (799 reviews)
Dam West Campground is a recreational area on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, ideal for families and city-dwellers seeking a getaway. It is located 50 mi east of St. Louis and offers a tranquil small-town atmosphere alongside Illinois' largest...
- RV sites: 109
- Tent sites: 109
- Potable Water
- Dump station on site
Shale Lake
Williamson, IL · 63.2 mi from Festus
4.6 (5 reviews)
- Deck or Patio
- View
- Outdoor Seating
- Fire Pit
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Dam East - Mcnair Campground
Carlyle, IL · 63.9 mi from Festus
4.5 (1040 reviews)
Dam East-McNair Campground is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, ideal for city-dwellers and families seeking a peaceful getaway. It is situated 50 mi east of St. Louis, offering a small-town atmosphere alongside Illinois' largest man-...
- RV sites: 31
- Tent sites: 46
- Potable Water
- Beach Access
- Showers
- Dump station on site
Blackriver Hideaway Campground LLC
Annapolis, MO · 64.3 mi from Festus
5.0 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Restrooms
- Showers
Blackriver Hideaway LLC
Annapolis, MO · 64.3 mi from Festus
5.0 (5 reviews)
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Population: 13,201
Nearby city: St. Louis, MO
Approx. 30 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 436 ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
Festus has 51 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Lucky Clover Lakeside River Resort is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Festus vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Festus welcome pets. Dam West Campground is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
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