Camping

at Trail of Tears State Park

two men putting the fly on their tentTrail of Tears State Park offers basic, electric and sewer/electric/water campsites and a special-use camping area.

You are now able to reserve your Missouri State Parks campsite up to 12 months in advance, expanding from the previous six-month window. To make a reservation or view campsites details, photos and availability, go to the reservation website by clicking the "Make a Reservation" link below and start planning your trip today. Reservations may also be made by calling toll free 877-ICampMO (877-422-6766). Printable campground maps are available for your reference by clicking the "Map" links.

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Individual Campground Information

Campground

Available Dates

Showers/Water Available

Reservations

Types of Sites

Lake Boutin Campground (Map)
 
May 1-Oct 31 May 1-Oct 31 May 1-Oct 31 Basic

Campground Amenities (Click here for a guide to the symbols.)
water symbolrestroom symbolshower symbolVault Toilet Symboldump station symbol

Mississippi River Campground  (Map)
 
Year-round Apr 1-Oct 31 Year-round Electric, Sewer/Electric/Water

Campground Amenities (Click here for a guide to the symbols.)
Accessible Symbolwater symbolfrost-free water symbolrestroom symbolshower symbolVault Toilet Symboldump station symbolboat ramp symbol

Important Camping Information:
  • Reservable sites may be available on a walk-up registration basis if the site is not reserved. Before occupying a site, check with the park staff or follow the directions on the posted card or signs.
  • During the off-season (November through March), water is off for full hookup sites, and showerhouses are closed. Potable water is available from the frost-free spigot at the dump station.
  • The railroad near the Mississippi River Campground is still active.
  • Campers planning to carry in firewood must comply with current firewood advisories.
  • Camping is limited to any 15 days within a 30-consecutive-day period at any one park or historic site.
Other Types of Camping Areas Available in the Park:

Special-use camping area