Is Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Campground accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Can I see photos of campsites at Campground before I book?

Yes! Campground has 19 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve. You can also add your own photos after your trip to help the next family plan theirs.

What is the best time to visit Campground?

Campground is open On-season typically Apr. 1 through Oct. 31; off-season Nov. 1 through Mar. 31. Some services (water, showers) are usually available only on-season.. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Campground?

Yes, Campground has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

Can I have a campfire at Campground?

Fire policies at Campground: Fires are allowed only in provided fire rings or grills; visitors must follow park-specific rules and posted regulations.. Always check current fire restrictions before your trip, as conditions change seasonally.

Are dogs allowed at Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Campground. Dogs must typically be kept on a leash (usually 6 feet or shorter) and under control at all times. Be sure to clean up after your pet and check for any breed or size restrictions.

What amenities are available at Campground?

Campground offers: Restrooms, Showers, Potable Water, Dump Station, Electrical Hookups, Pets Allowed. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Campground?

Popular activities at Campground include Hiking, Fishing, Swimming, Biking, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Campground

4.42

26 reviews

12096 Park Drive, Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670-8121, United States

Top 4% in MOFall

Scenic ViewsGreat Hiking

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12096 Park Drive, Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670-8121, United States

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12096 Park Drive, Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670-8121, United States

Nearby places

Ste. Genevieve — approximately 30 minutes by car

St. Louis — approximately 1 hour by car

Weather at Campground

Best Time to Camp at Campground

Fall. Mid-50s to mid-70s by day, crisp nights. Delivers peak color and the best trail conditions. October weekends draw crowds; weekdays stay quiet. Spring wildflowers and moderate temperatures make April and May nearly as popular. Summer means families in the creek and evening campfires, but the single main shower house gets crowded on busy weekends. Winter closes the showers and limits water points to a few frost-proof spigots; the park stays open and trails remain walkable, but RV campers need to plan around reduced dump-station services after late October.

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5.0 / 5

Top 4% in MO

Fall delivers peak color and best trail conditions; October is peak visitation for good reason.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: On-season typically Apr. 1 through Oct. 31; off-season Nov. 1 through Mar. 31. Some services (water, showers) are usually available only on-season.

About Campground

Hawn State Park's campground sits beneath mature pines on 4,956 acres of sandstone-canyon country an hour south of St. Louis. The park offers both basic and electric sites, clean shower facilities, and trailhead access to Whispering Pines and the Pickle Creek backpacking loop. Cell service is effectively nonexistent.

The campground contains a mix of basic (no‑hookup) and electric sites and includes walk‑in sites for more secluded camping.

Weather and SeasonsFall. Mid-50s to mid-70s by day, crisp nights. Delivers peak color and the best trail conditions. October weekends draw crowds; weekdays stay quiet. Spring wildflowers and moderate temperatures make April and May nearly as popular. Summer means families in the creek and evening campfires, but the single main shower house gets crowded on busy weekends. Winter closes the showers and limits water points to a few frost-proof spigots; the park stays open and trails remain walkable, but RV campers need to plan around reduced dump-station services after late October.

Natural Features and ScenerySandstone cliffs and bluffs tower above Pickle Creek, which runs over exposed rock ledges into clear pools. The campground canopy mixes shortleaf pine with oak; trails climb ridges through oak-pine forest, then drop into cool creek corridors where you'll scramble over sandstone shelves and pass rock outcrops every few hundred yards. The geology here exposes multiple rock types in a single hike. Fall brings rust and gold tones to the oaks; spring pushes wildflowers up through the understory. Views open from ridgetop sections of Whispering Pines and along the creek itself, especially where the water narrows over rock.

Geological RegionSandstone canyons and cliffs with multiple exposed rock types; sandy-bottom streams flowing through pine and oak hills

Scenic ViewsRidge and creekside overlooks along trails offer views of sandstone bluffs, forested hollows and rocky sections of Pickle Creek; many short walks from day-use and campground areas lead to scenic overlooks.

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

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Primitive camping is not allowed

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Reservation PlatformsMissouri State Parks online reservation system (UseDirect-based). Self check-in available via emailed instructions or QR code at site on day of arrival.

Best CampsitesSite 43 gets consistent mentions for space, a big yard, and a view into the woods. Walk-in sites set back from the main loop offer more solitude. Most sites are large, level, and shaded, with cement or hard-surface pads; those backing to forest rather than facing the interior loop feel more private.

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Campground amenities include electric sites, a main shower house, potable water spigots, flush and vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings and a sanitary dump station. Wi‑Fi availability is not indicated and cell service is reported as poor to nonexistent in the campground.

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Activities you can enjoy

Hawn offers extensive hiking and backpacking opportunities, creekside exploration and wading, birdwatching, picnicking, bicycling and fishing; trails range from short walks to an almost 10‑mile backpacking loop.

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Hazards & AlertsTrails include rocky and steep sections that require sturdy footwear; creek rocks and cascades can be slippery. Expect typical woodland insects (ticks, mosquitoes) in warm months and limited or no cell service in much of the campground area.

No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

No Water HookupsSite-level water hookups are not available. RV campers should fill freshwater tanks before arrival; check the No Potable Water note above if applicable for drinking water.

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4.4

26 reviews

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Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Visitors praise Hawn for its scenic pine and oak forests, Pickle Creek and outstanding hiking (including a premier backpacking loop). Campground facilities are described as clean and well‑maintained, with a peaceful, family‑friendly atmosphere; many guests note limited or no cell service.

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Beautiful natural setting (Pickle Creek, sandstone bluffs and forest), excellent and varied trails (including Whispering Pines), clean modern shower facilities, large shady sites with good spacing,...

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Hikers and backpackers who want a real trail system close to St. Louis. The Whispering Pines loop runs nearly 10 miles through pine-oak ridges and Pickle Creek canyon; walk-in or woods-backed sites offer the best privacy and spacing.

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No cell signal is a hard fact, not a soft warning. Remote workers, anyone who needs connectivity, or RV campers arriving after October will also find showers closed and dump station services scaled back through winter.

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About San Luis Reservoir

Context for the broader area surrounding Campground, sourced from the federal Recreation.gov rec-area record.

Recreation area lakes include O'Neill Forebay, San Luis Reservoir, and Los Banos Creek Reservoir. All are part of the California Water Project and operated jointly by the California Department of Parks and Recreation, the California Department of Water Resources, and the Bureau of Reclamation. Office hours; 8:00a.m. - 4:30p.m., Monday through Friday. Closed holidays. Facilities open 7 days a week. Good access roads. Camping, boating, picnicking, and swimming. Regular strong winds make O'Neill Forebay and San Luis Reservoir an excellent location for boardsailors. Outstanding fishing for striped bass. Five world record or former world record stripers caught on the Forebay. Other species available at San Luis Reservoir and O'Neill Forebay are American shad and catfish. Excellent fishing at Los Banos Creek Reservoir for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, catfish, and trout. A 5-miles-per-hour speed limit at Los Banos Creek; no high-speed boating activities. Managed by the California Department of Water Resources, the Romero Visitor Center contains State water project and Central Valley project exhibits, as well as a film on California water resources.

Directions

Nearest main highway I-5, nearest community, Los Banos.

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