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Here are the Editor’s Top picks for camping fu 1. Arrow Rock State Historic Site Campgrounds
ARROW ROCK - The site offers basic and electric campsites and one with electric, sewer and water. On-season (April 15-Oct. 31) services include a dump station, shower facilities and woodlot, along with potable water spigots located throughout the campground. There is a special-use camping area. There are hiking trails, picnic sites and a visitor center museum. The Santa Fe Trail crossed the Missouri River here. Landmarks include artist George Caleb Bingham’s house, the 1834 J. Huston Tavern and a one-room jail. Site rates vary from $12 to $28 per day depending on the popular season and type of site. Open year-round, there is a restaurant on site. Located 13 miles north of I-70 on Route 41. Check-in: 3 p.m. Check-out: 2 p.m. Reservations: 877-4226766 or online at www.MoStateParks.com.
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2.Bass River Resort
STEELVILLE - Camping, RV sites and cabins. Activities include horseback riding, swimming, volleyball, fishing, and hiking trails. See our website for a complete list of activities and lodging options. A deposit is required for those who choose to camp or lodge; camping rates vary by guest’s age and the day of the week. Bass’ River Resort is a onestop destination for outdoor fun. Enjoy some of the best floating available on canoes, rafts, kayaks and tubes. We have sit-on-top kayaks that offer easy entry and exit. Select from three rivers: the Courtois, the Huzzah and the Meramec. We offer floats of six, seven and 13 miles. Office hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information or to make reservations, call 800-392-3700 or visit www. bassresort.com. Online reservation availability is new!
3. Happy Trails
PHILLIPSBURG - We have affordable primitive, pull-thru RV sites; air-conditioned camping cabins; a swimming pool; horseshoes; a dog walk; playground for the kiddies; a fishing pond; nature trail; and a laundry facilities. Free Wi-Fi. Beautiful tranquil setting with trees and a dog run and kids park for 5 and under crowd. Plenty of space for older kids to hang out. The general store located on-site offers soda, snacks and pizza. Located on I-44, at exit 123; five miles west of Lebanon. Conveniently located near the Shepherd Hills Factory Outlet and the Lebanon area antique and collectable shops and malls. The office is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Rates are $15 - $30 per day. Call 417-5323422 or visit online at www. happytrailrvpark.com for more information.