Mile 66.6 - RBD Mississippi River Campground (Trail of Tears State Park)

John Ruskey

20 Apr 2026 � 1 min read

66.6 RBD Mississippi River Campground (Trail of Tears State Park)

Paddlers will be happy to find showers, internet access, fresh drinking water and laundry at the Mississippi River Campground of the Trail of Tears State Park. Access is found from the Moccasin Springs Boat Ramp. You might be camping next to RVs and motorcycle campers, and the train rumbles by all night long. But after days of empty sandbar campsites, this might be a welcome change, especially after a hot shower and washing your clothes. An extra bonus is that Missouri State Parks have wired the campground for WIFI.

Take a walk through the Missouri woods on one of the many trails. Hike to road up to the visitor’s center, although it’s open with very limited hours. Current fees (2014/2015) are $13 April through October and $12 November through March. To make a reservation, visit mostateparks.com at any time, or call 1-877-422-6766 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT daily. A $2 per night camping discount is available year-round for senior citizens (65 years and older) and persons with disabilities. This discount should be requested at the time of payment. Proof of age or disability is required. Camping fees include sales tax.

The Mississippi River Campground is open and reservable year-round. During the off-season (November through March), potable water is available from the frost-free spigot at the dump station. Note: The railroad is active. For maps and more information please go to: http://mostateparks.com/campgrounds/trail-tears-state-park.

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