Bearcat Getaway Campgrounds

Camping, floating, and live entertainment are offered along a half-mile of riverfront on the crystal clear Black River. Electric sites are available. Camping includes firewood and entertainment. Day passes are offered. Modern bathrooms and showers are wheelchair accessible. Music festivals and entertainment by the river, under the stars, are offered every weekend in summer. Float the river in canoes, rafts or tubes. Take advantage of all-you-can-eat meals at the Bearcat Bistro. A fully stocked general store with food bar is on-site. Catered camping packages and group discounts are available. Located 20 minutes from Johnson's Shut-ins, 15 minutes from Taum Sauk Mountain State Park, 35 minutes from Elephant Rocks State Park and 30 minutes from Fort Davidson State Historic Site, scene of the civil war battle of Pilot Knob.

8904 County Road 364
Lesterville, MO 63654
Phone: 573-637-2264
Office: Sun.-Thu., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 9 a.m.-midnight.
Latitude: 37° 23.691′
Longitude: -91° 11.12′
site rates
  • high rate (per day): $11
  • low rate (per day): $8
camping facilities
  • RV sites
  • tent sites
  • group sites
campsite amenities
  • electric hookups
  • grills
  • fire pits
  • shower
  • toilet
  • drinking water
general info
  • gift / souvenir shop
  • shuttle service available
Smoking Policy
  • smoking allowed outdoors only
activities on-site or within 10 miles
  • fishing
  • canoeing outfitters
  • camping
Payment Types Accepted
  • Cash
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Travelers Checks
  • Visa
discounts offered
  • group discount
guest reservations needed?
  • reservations recommended
suitable for these age groups
  • All ages
For Travelers With Disabilities
  • Partially Wheelchair Accessible
pet policy
  • Service Animals welcome
  • pets allowed / additional fee
group info
  • advance contact requested
rentals
  • canoe rental
  • kayak rental
  • raft rental
 

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