Pittsburg Campground (Loop 300)

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23451 Park Entrance Road, Pittsburg, MO 65724, United States
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Reservable

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Cell

No Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

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Pittsburg Campground (Loop 300)
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Campsite Fees
Nightly camping rates vary by campground and season. The park observes an on-season (typically Apr 1–Oct 31) and an off-season (Nov 1–Mar 31);...
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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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"Web-sourced visitor impressions describe the Pittsburg side as scenic with good lake access, large campgrounds, and strong opportunities for fishing, boating and birding. Visitors note the park is especially attractive in fall and quieter outside the peak boating season."

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23451 Park Entrance Road, Pittsburg, MO 65724, United States
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Best Time to Camp at Pittsburg Campground (Loop 300)

The sweet spot runs April through October, when the campground comes alive with full amenities—hot showers after lake days, flowing water at every site, and beaches open for cannonballs and lazy floats. Crave solitude? The shoulder seasons and cooler months deliver peaceful mornings on quiet trails and uncrowded fishing spots, though you'll want to pack accordingly since beach swimming wraps up seasonally and some services scale back when the crowds thin out.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Seasonal swim beach, marina and boating make summer a prime season.

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Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.5 / 5
Top 14% in MO

Explicitly called 'beautiful in fall' with scenic trees and overlooks.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Spring likely offers birding and pleasant woods, but specifics not provided.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Site is 'quiet off-season'; no winter activities noted.

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: On-season typically Apr 1–Oct 31; off-season Nov 1–Mar 31. (Some parks have different season dates as noted on statewide pages.)

About Pittsburg Campground (Loop 300)

Picture your tent pitched just steps from Pomme de Terre Lake's sparkling waters, where morning coffee tastes better with a fishing rod in hand and sunset boat rides become nightly tradition. Pittsburg Campground puts you in the heart of the action with a full-service marina, multiple launch ramps, and sandy beaches that make packing up and heading home the hardest part of your stay.
The park offers approximately 240 campsites and multiple lodging options on the Pittsburg and Hermitage sides, including three yurts, four camper cabins, one full-service marina cabin and a lake house. Specific site-type breakdowns for Loop 300 (Pittsburg) are not provided on the official park page.
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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

Picnic tables
Cabin Lodging

Activities you can enjoy

Pomme de Terre State Park (Pittsburg side) supports a wide variety of water- and land-based activities tied to Pomme de Terre Lake and park facilities.
HikingThe park lists two hiking trails; trails such as Indian Point (described in secondary sources) lead through savanna/woodland to overlooks of the lake.
FishingFishing is an official park activity; the park page explicitly lists bass, walleye, catfish, crappie and muskie as species pursued on Pomme de Terre Lake.
SwimmingThe park has two public swimming beaches on the lake for seasonal swimming and lake access.
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsMosquitoes can be problematic at times. As with any lakeside park, boat and water safety hazards exist; visitors should follow posted safety rules and avoid approaching wildlife.
No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.
No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

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Pittsburg Campground (Loop 300) has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews
Web-sourced visitor impressions describe the Pittsburg side as scenic with good lake access, large campgrounds, and strong opportunities for fishing, boating and birding. Visitors note the park is especially attractive in fall and quieter outside the peak boating season.
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What Campers Love

Lakefront recreation (fishing, boating, beaches), marina and boat ramps, scenic overlooks and trails, large campgrounds and varied lodging (yurts, cabins) are commonly praised.

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring insect repellent for mosquitoes; visit in autumn, winter or early spring for fewer crowds and good birding; charge cameras/binoculars for wildlife watching. Check the official camping directory...
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Last updated February 23, 2026
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