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Find places to camp at Missouri's conservation areas, and browse tips for safe, successful camping.

Camping Locations

Camping in Black Bear Country

To have a safe, enjoyable camping or outdoor experience in Missouri's bear country, follow the Ten Commandments of Camping. This page shows you how. More

Don't Move Firewood!

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Many tree-killing pests travel in firewood. If you love Missouri’s forests, buy firewood where you camp, and burn it all before you leave. More

Make Your Camp Firewise

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Hunters and campers can follow a few easy precautions to protect lives, property and our precious forests. More

Camping Events

Click on a title in the "Event" column below for description, registration details and contact information.

EventDateLocation
Backpacking at Meramec State Park
Reserve by Wed, 05/22		Thu, 05/30Rockwoods Reservation
First Aid Basics for the Outdoors
Reserve by Thu, 06/06		Thu, 06/06Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center
Nature Art: Water Memories
Reserve by Thu, 06/13		Thu, 06/13Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center
Conservation TEEN Club: Overnight Camping Trip
Reserve by Tue, 06/18		Tue, 06/18Springfield Conservation Nature Center
Stayin’ Alive
Reserve by Mon, 06/17		Tue, 06/18Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center

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