The Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park campground is one of our favorites! We like the multiple-loop design with the campground trail meandering through each one. The campsites are generally tucked into the trees, creating a sense of privacy and a more rustic feel. Most sites located on the outside of the loops back up to trees.…
Hawn State Park campground is one of our favorite campgrounds near the St. Louis area. One of my favorite things about camping at Hawn is that you can walk out of your tent or camper and onto the trail. Depending where your site is located within the campground, it may require a short walk down…
We tent camped here one night and May and it was cold and rainy! The lows were in the 30’s. However, it was great to be inside the park! Norris Campground is centrally located in the park, which was also a plus. This campground was in bear country, so food or anything scented could not…