Annie And Abel Van Meter State Park Campground

4.16

44 reviews

32146 N. Highway 122, Miami, MO 65344-9613, United States

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863 ft

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Reservable

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On-season typically ...

Cell

Has Service

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Pets Allowed

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Quick Facts

863 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

On-season typically ...

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

RV FriendlyElectricShowers

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Annie And Abel Van Meter State Park Campground

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Campsite Fees

Nightly camping rates vary by campsite type and season; see Missouri State Parks camping rates page. Reduced rates available for seniors, people with...

Standard Site Fee$0.00

Hookup Site Fee$0.00

Premium Site Fee$0.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00

Group Site Fee$0.00

Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.16

Satisfactory

Based on 44 reviews

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"Reviewers consistently praise the park as a quiet, well-maintained and scenic small campground with spacious sites, a helpful host/ranger, good hiking and an interpretive center. Common negatives are mosquitoes, occasional weekend noise, some sites that hold water after heavy rains, and no on-site dump station."

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32146 N. Highway 122, Miami, MO 65344-9613, United States

Annie And Abel Van Meter State Park Campground

32146 N. Highway 122, Miami, MO 65344-9613, United States

Accessible from N. Highway 122 (park address 32146 N. Highway 122).

Nearby places

Miami, MO (on-site)

Marshall, MO (~10 miles — nearest town with services reported).

Nearby supplies

Marshall, MO (~10 miles) reported as nearest town with supplies and a dump station.

Best Time to Camp at Annie And Abel Van Meter State Park Campground

Plan your visit during the main season from April through October, when full amenities including water hookups and shower facilities welcome you after a day of exploration. The park takes on a quieter, more rustic character from November through March during the off-season. Pack bug spray for summer evenings near the marsh, and remember that central Missouri weather can shift quickly—layers and rain gear are always wise companions for your adventure.

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.0 / 5

Below Average

Summer supports camping, lake use and new kayak rentals; reviewers praise facilities.

Fall(Sep-Nov)

3.5 / 5

Below Average

Forested trails and marsh views make fall hiking and scenery appealing.

Best

Spring(Mar-May)

4.0 / 5

Below Average

Spring birding and marsh life plus trails make it attractive in spring.

Winter(Dec-Feb)

2.0 / 5

Below Average

No winter activities or amenities mentioned; likely limited use in cold months.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: On-season typically Apr 1–Oct 31 (water and showers usually available in on-season); off-season Nov 1–Mar 31. (Season exceptions noted for other parks on statewide page.)

About Annie And Abel Van Meter State Park Campground

Step back in time at this intimate campground nestled within a historic state park, where ancient Missouria Indian village sites and the mysterious hand-dug Old Fort earthwork whisper stories of the past. Shaded campsites serve as your base camp for exploring scenic hiking trails, casting a line in the tranquil 18-acre lake, and discovering the pristine Oumessourit Natural Area's freshwater marshlands—all with the convenience of online reservations and easy self-check-in.

Small, wooded state park campground with a mix of basic (tent) sites and sites with electric and some water hookups; accommodates RVs and trailers.

Historical SignificanceThe park preserves remnants of a Missouria Indian village at the Great Bend of the Missouri River (noted by Marquette and Jolliet in 1673), including a hand-dug earthwork called Old Fort, burial mounds, and exhibits at Missouri's American Indian Cultural Center interpreting state American Indian history.

Weather and SeasonsPlan your visit during the main season from April through October, when full amenities including water hookups and shower facilities welcome you after a day of exploration. The park takes on a quieter, more rustic character from November through March during the off-season. Pack bug spray for summer evenings near the marsh, and remember that central Missouri weather can shift quickly—layers and rain gear are always wise companions for your adventure.

Natural Features and SceneryTowering trees create a natural canopy over your campsite, where bottomland and upland forests converge near the edge of the Oumessourit Natural Area. The landscape unfolds in layers—a mirror-like 18-acre fishing lake, a thriving freshwater marsh teeming with life, and winding trails that invite you deeper into the woodland. Whether you're enjoying morning coffee at your shaded picnic site or spotting herons along the marsh boardwalk, the diverse habitats here offer constantly changing scenes throughout the day.

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Stay Limit

Camping is limited to any 15 days within a 30-consecutive-day period at any one park.

Amenities available

Showers

Potable water

Electricity hookups

Fire rings

Picnic tables

Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

The park features hiking trails through the Oumessourit Natural Area, views of a freshwater marsh and bottomland/upland forests, and an 18-acre fishing lake. The Missouri’s American Indian Cultural Center and picnic areas/shelters provide interpretive and family activities.

HikingTrails lead through the Oumessourit Natural Area with marsh and forest views and connect to overlooks and the fishing lake.

FishingAn 18-acre fishing lake is located within the park for angling opportunities.

Wildlife viewing

Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsMosquitoes and other biting insects near the marsh; some low-lying campsites may hold standing water or flood after heavy rains. No on-site camper dump station reported (nearest in Marshall, ~10 miles).

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Reviews

4.2

44 reviews

Satisfactory

Annie And Abel Van Meter State Park Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers consistently praise the park as a quiet, well-maintained and scenic small campground with spacious sites, a helpful host/ranger, good hiking and an interpretive center. Common negatives are mosquitoes, occasional weekend noise, some sites that hold water after heavy rains, and no on-site dump station.

Review Summaries

Based on 44 reviews

What Campers Love

Quiet and meticulously maintained; spacious and shaded sites; helpful/attentive park host; clean shower house and restrooms; good trails, lake, playground and cultural center nearby.

Based on 44 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Reserve a site in advance via the Missouri State Parks reservation system; pick sites on outer loop for more privacy; bring bug spray and plan for off-site RV dumping; choose sites near restrooms if...

Based on 44 reviews