Camping
at Trail of Tears State Park
Missouri State Parks campgrounds are open with a number of social distancing measures in place to improve the safety of operations for Missouri State Parks’ guests and staff. For more information, view our full release here.
Trail 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. Reservations are required before arriving to the campground, and can be made up until 7 p.m. CST the day before your arrival. 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 |
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| Lake Boutin Campground (Map) |
May 1-Oct. 31 | May 1-Oct. 31 | May 1-Oct. 31 | Basic | |
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| Mississippi River Campground (Map) |
Year-round | April 1-Oct. 31 | Year-round | Electric, Sewer/Electric/Water | |
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Important Camping Information:
- Reservable sites may be available on a day-by-day basis if the site is not reserved. Before occupying a site, check with the park staff or follow the directions on the posted card.
- For weekend reservations, there is a required two-night minimum stay of Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday.
- During the off-season (November through March), 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.