East Campground

4.07

14 reviews

East Campground

Summer Destination

Quick Facts

945 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

RV FriendlyElectricShowers

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Quick Facts

945 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

RV FriendlyElectricShowers

Opens Missouri State Parks site

Official Website

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East Campground

No fees available

Campsite Fees

Rates apply per site and vary by park, campsite type and season; specific dollar amounts are not listed on the reservation system overview page. A...

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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877-422-6766

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What Campers Say

4.07

Satisfactory

Based on 14 reviews

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"Guest reviews are largely positive, praising clean restrooms and showers, well‑maintained sites, spacious/wooded campsites, helpful staff/hosts, and good lake access. A few comments note the need for restroom updates and limited shade in some areas."

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Campground Map

East Campground

37.6065, -93.7490

Best Time to Camp at East Campground

Open year-round, East Campground transforms with the seasons, each offering its own invitation to adventure. Spring and summer buzz with activity—boats crisscrossing the lake, kids splashing in the shallows, and warm evenings around the campfire. Fall drapes the landscape in amber and crimson as the summer crowds thin, leaving you more shoreline to call your own. When winter settles in, the campground becomes a front-row seat to nature's drama, where bundled-up eagle watchers spot these raptors hunting along the ice-fringed shore. Pro tip: some facilities operate on seasonal schedules, so a quick call before your visit ensures you'll have everything you need.

Best

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.0 / 5

Below Average

Lake access, swimming and boating make summer a peak season for visitors.

Fall(Sep-Nov)

3.5 / 5

Below Average

Wooded setting near a lake suggests good fall color and comfortable weather.

Spring(Mar-May)

3.5 / 5

Below Average

Spring offers pleasant weather and lake/woods activities though specifics are limited.

Winter(Dec-Feb)

2.0 / 5

Below Average

Winter offers limited lake activities; no winter facilities noted.

Planning Tips

About East Campground

Picture yourself at East Campground, where tree-shaded sites meet the sparkling shores of Stockton Lake. Modern conveniences like shower houses, electric hookups, and a dump station blend seamlessly with natural beauty, creating your ideal lakeside escape that's easy to reserve through Missouri State Parks.

East Campground provides electrical campsites (30-amp) and a mix of site types including family/double and waterfront walk-in sites; accommodates RVs and tents.

Weather and SeasonsOpen year-round, East Campground transforms with the seasons, each offering its own invitation to adventure. Spring and summer buzz with activity—boats crisscrossing the lake, kids splashing in the shallows, and warm evenings around the campfire. Fall drapes the landscape in amber and crimson as the summer crowds thin, leaving you more shoreline to call your own. When winter settles in, the campground becomes a front-row seat to nature's drama, where bundled-up eagle watchers spot these raptors hunting along the ice-fringed shore. Pro tip: some facilities operate on seasonal schedules, so a quick call before your visit ensures you'll have everything you need.

Natural Features and SceneryWake to dappled sunlight dancing through the canopy and the soft rhythm of waves lapping at the shore. Generously spaced sites offer genuine solitude, while premium lakefront and walk-in waterfront spots place you mere steps from the water—perfect for casting a line at sunrise or launching your kayak on a moment's whim. The lake's ever-changing light creates postcard-worthy views from dawn to dusk, and winter visitors are treated to one of nature's grandest spectacles: bald eagles circling overhead before plunging talons-first into the frigid water for their catch.

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Check-in

3:00 p.m.

Check-out

3:00 p.m.

Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are allowed

Primitive

Primitive camping is not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are allowed

Reservation PlatformsOnline reservation system (link on Missouri State Parks website; available 24 hours) and phone: 877-ICampMo (877-422-6766), 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT seven days a week. Reservations may be made starting at 7 a.m. CT up to 12 months prior to the first day of the trip and up to 7 p.m. the day of arrival.

Cancellation PolicyOnline and phone cancellations made 31+ days prior to arrival do not incur a cancel fee; cancellations 1–30 days prior incur a cancel fee. Cancellations after 7 p.m. the day prior to arrival will incur a cancel fee and loss of camping night(s). Changes are allowed up to 7 p.m. the day prior to arrival (incurring a change fee); changes are not allowed less than one day prior. Camping coupon payments must be postmarked within 4 days and received within 10 days to confirm a reservation.

Amenities available

Showers

Potable water

Electricity hookups

Flush toilets

Dump station

Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Visitors can enjoy lakeside recreation and typical state-park activities including hiking, biking, swimming, and fishing; boating and wildlife viewing (notably winter eagle watching) are also available in the park area.

HikingTrails and lake-access paths connect campsites to the shoreline and park trails suitable for day hikes.

FishingFishing access to Stockton Lake is available, including an accessible fishing dock and shoreline opportunities.

SwimmingA swimming beach on Stockton Lake is available in season.

Biking

Boating

Wildlife viewing

Policies & Safety

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

Weather at East Campground

Reviews

4.1

14 reviews

Satisfactory

East Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

Guest reviews are largely positive, praising clean restrooms and showers, well‑maintained sites, spacious/wooded campsites, helpful staff/hosts, and good lake access. A few comments note the need for restroom updates and limited shade in some areas.

Review Summaries

Based on 14 reviews

What Campers Love

Clean bathrooms and shower houses, spacious and level campsites (fit large trailers), helpful and friendly camp hosts and staff, easy reservation process, good lake access and marina nearby.

Based on 14 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring your own fresh water if staying at a site (use pedestals to fill tanks) and plan to use the dump station at East Campground; waterfront walk-in sites provide seclusion and boat access; expect...

Based on 14 reviews

Camper Quotes

“Clean bathrooms and showers” — multiple reviewers. “Sites were large and level, fit our 35 foot travel trailer.” “Lots of space to play fetch with our dog.”

Based on 14 reviews

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