Meramec State Park Shelters
Open for day-use reservations. These are picnic shelters for daytime gatherings only, not overnight camping. Reserve for $50/day up to 12 months in advance, or use free on a first-come, first-served basis. The Overlook Pavilion is managed separately by the park concessionaire.
Flood Warning issued May 20 at 10:46AM CDT until May 22 at 2:50PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Missouri... Bourbeuse River at Union. River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Bourbeuse River at Union. * WHEN...Until Friday afternoon. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:30 AM CDT Wednesday the stage was 15.8 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:30 AM CDT Wednesday was 15.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 16.1 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage tomorrow morning. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet.
About
Meramec State Park offers four day-use picnic shelters suitable for group gatherings, family reunions, and special events. Shelter I is a historic stone structure built by the Civilian Conservation Corps featuring double fireplaces, electric outlets, timed lighting, and large group picnic tables with capacity for approximately 100 people. Shelters II and III are modern pavilion-type structures, each accommodating about 75 people with electric outlets and group picnic tables. The Overlook Pavilion offers a contemporary design with wood decking and scenic views of the river valley, holding approximately 50 people with six rearrangeable picnic tables, an electric outlet, and a small light. Shelters I, II, and III are wheelchair accessible with nearby accessible restrooms available seasonally. A vault toilet is located near Shelters II and III. These facilities are for day-use picnicking only and do not provide overnight accommodations. For overnight stays, the park offers separate campgrounds with basic through full-hookup sites, cabins, and motel rooms.
Directions
Meramec State Park is located near Sullivan, Missouri, approximately 60 miles southwest of St. Louis. From I-44, take Exit 226 for MO-185 South toward Sullivan. Continue on MO-185 South for about 3 miles to reach the park entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (573) 468-6072 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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