Dispersed Camping in Pike County, Missouri
Showing 11 locations in Pike County.
Calumet Creek Paddle-In
A paddle-in campground located along Calumet Creek near its confluence with the Mississippi River.
Cash Island Campsite
An island camping area along the Mississippi River corridor, accessible primarily by watercraft.
Cottonwood Island Campground
Developed camping area located on Cottonwood Island along the Mississippi River near Louisiana, Missouri.
Ducher Island Campsite
A quiet, remote island camping spot situated along the Mississippi River near conservation lands.
Louisiana Boat Ramp & Riverfront Park
A paved riverfront parking area located next to the Mississippi River in Louisiana, Missouri. Features picnic tables, gazebos, trash cans, and scenic views, though it experiences periodic noise from the adjacent railroad and late-night local vehicle traffic.
McIlroy Woods Dispersed Spot
A rustic dispersed camping pull-off located within the wooded rolling hills of Pike County.
O'Neill Access Area
A developed public access area along the Mississippi River offering paved parking spurs right next to the water. It provides direct views of river traffic and passing barges, though active train tracks run directly adjacent to the site.
Paddler's Pass
A designated canoe-camping spot on the Mississippi River near Louisiana, Missouri, primarily accessible by boat.
Pelican's Point
A riverside campground situated directly on the banks of the Mississippi River near Louisiana, Missouri.
Ted Shanks Conservation Area
Shaded campgrounds situated directly on the banks of the Mississippi River. The area features a single access loop with multiple campsites right on the riverbank, plus overflow space in the boat launching lot. It is highly popular among campers, boaters, and hunters.
Walmart
A quiet and well-lit parking lot in Bowling Green, providing a convenient overnight stop near the highway.