Revenue Bonds

Revenue Bonds Sold to Fund Improvement Projects in Missouri State Parks

Missouri State Parks proposed a total of 28 revenue bond-funded projects at 22 different parks across the state. Total cost for all potential projects is estimated to be $68 million and the projects will be completed over a five-year period. There were $60.2 million in bonds sold on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021.

The majority of the projects fall into two main categories, campground upgrades and expansion (with a lifespan of up to 40 years) and the development of new cabins (with a lifespan of up to 80 years). The revenue bond projects were identified using occupancy data for camping and lodging, visitor comments and park staff recommendations.

Visitor demand for additional lodging and campsites, including the need for campsites with increased amenities such as 50-amp electric, sewer and water hookups, in the Missouri State Parks system continues to increase. In response to demand for more lodging opportunities, the revenue bond project proposal includes campground expansions and full-service cabins, as well as camper cabins and yurts which have proven successful in Missouri State Parks.

Project details are under development and the proposed schedule may be adjusted as needed. The total cost for each project is subject to change; costs and projected revenue are only estimates based on 2020 information. If you have a question about a revenue bond project or the process, please submit your questions via email.

State Park/
State Historic Site		ProjectProject Status 
(as of Aug. 19, 2025)		Documents
Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park, WildwoodConvert 35 campsites to sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites.CompletedBabler State Park campground project
Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park, WildwoodRenovate the lodge.In design phaseBabler State Park lodge project
Big Lake State Park, CraigConvert 28 campsites to sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites; upgrade wastewater system.CompletedBig Lake State Park campground project
Cuivre River State Park, TroyCreate new campground loop with 30 sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites.In design phaseCuivre River State Park campground project
Current River State Park, SalemRenovate the lodge; construct six full-service cabins.In design phaseCurrent River State Park project
Echo Bluff State Park, EminenceConstruct six new cabins.Under constructionEcho Bluff State Park cabin project
Finger Lakes State Park, ColumbiaConstruct 20 sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites; upgrade wastewater system.In design phaseFinger Lakes State Park campground project
Johnson’s Shut-Ins
State Park, Middle Brook		Construct six full-service cabins.CompletedJohnson’s Shut-Ins State Park cabin project
Lake of the Ozarks State Park, BrumleyConstruct four yurts.CompletedLake of the Ozarks State Park yurt project
Lake of the Ozarks State Park, BrumleyConvert 29 campsites to 25 sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites.CompletedLake of the Ozarks State Park campground project
Lewis and Clark State Park, RushvilleConvert 20 campsites to sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites; construct a small showerhouse.Under constructionLewis and Clark State Park campground project
Long Branch State Park, MaconConvert six campsites to camper cabin sites.In design phaseLong Branch State Park camper cabin project
Long Branch State Park, MaconConvert 20 electric campsites to 17 sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites.In design phaseLong Branch State Park campground project
Montauk State Park, SalemCreate new campground loop with 32 sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites; construct small showerhouse.Under constructionMontauk State Park campground project
Onondaga Cave State Park, LeasburgReplace the electrical system in the cave.CompletedOnondaga Cave State Park project
Roaring River State Park, CassvilleConvert 37 basic campsites to sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites; construct small showerhouse.CompletedRoaring River State Park campground project
St. Francois State Park, Bonne TerreCreate new campground loop with 63 sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites; construct small showerhouse.BiddingSt. Francois State Park campground project
Stockton State Park, DadevilleConvert 12 basic campsites to 14 sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites.In design phaseStockton State Park campground project
Table Rock State Park, BransonBuild eight new full-service cabins.Not startedTable Rock State Park cabin project
Table Rock State Park, BransonConvert five campsites to full-service yurt sites.Under constructionTable Rock State Park yurt project
Table Rock State Park, BransonConvert 22 campsites to sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites.CompletedTable Rock State Park campground project
Thousand Hills State Park, KirksvilleConvert nine campsites to six camper cabin sites.Not startedThousand Hills State Park camper cabin project
Trail of Tears State Park, JacksonConvert 35 basic campsites to four basic campsites and 28 50-amp electric campsites.In design phaseTrail of Tears State Park campground project
Harry S Truman State Park, WarsawConvert six campsites to camper cabin sites.In design phaseHarry S Truman camper cabin project
Wakonda State Park, La GrangeConstruct six full-service camper cabins.In design phaseWakonda State Park camper cabin project
Wakonda State Park, La GrangeConstruct 10 sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites.In design phaseWakonda State Park campground project
Watkins Mill State Park, LawsonCreate new campground loop with 50 sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites.Under constructionWatkins Mill State Park campground project
Weston Bend State Park, WestonCreate a second campground with 15 sewer, 50-amp electric, water campsites; construct small showerhouse.Under constructionWeston Bend State Park campground project
A map showing the MO State Parks that received a revenue bond
A fully renovated cabin at a State Park
A fully renovated camper cabin at a State Park
A fully renovated campsite at a State Park
A fully renovated yurt at a State Park