Paddy Creek Campground
Open April 1 through December 1. First-come, first-served; no reservations. No potable water available; campers must bring their own drinking water.
Heat Advisory issued August 30 at 10:44PM CDT until September 4 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
* WHAT...Heat index values of 100 to 105. Minimal overnight relief with temperatures in the middle to upper 70s. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Kansas and central, east central, south central, southwest, and west central Missouri. * WHEN...From noon Monday to 8 PM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Forest Order 09-05-21-26-03 National Forest System Road 566 Closure
This is a temporary closure for FS Road 566 up to Coy Bald Trailhead to avoid risk of entrapment from flooding waters during the peak rain season. Access to the Coy Bald Trailhead requires crossing U.S. Army Corps of Engineers land—and traversing the Cane Creek low‑water crossing, a…
Weather Conditions
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About
Paddy Creek Campground sits nestled in a hollow along Paddy Creek, a crystal-clear stream that flows year-round with wading opportunities and a few swimming holes. Located one hour southwest of Rolla and about an hour from Fort Leonard Wood, this is one of the most scenic areas in Mark Twain National Forest. The campground is directly adjacent to the eastern boundary of the 7,019-acre Paddy Creek Wilderness. The campground features 18 single sites and 1 double site, all with asphalt parking pads accommodating RVs up to 34 feet. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern post. Vault toilets are available and ADA accessible, but there is no potable water on site. Garbage removal is provided. Paddy Creek Trail offers spectacular scenic overlooks and the campground serves as one of three trailheads for the 18-mile Big Piney Trail system. Dispersed camping opportunities exist within the adjacent wilderness. Quiet hours are 10 PM to 6 AM, and dogs must remain on a six-foot or shorter leash when outside tents.
Directions
From Roby, MO: Take Highway 17 north 2 miles, turn right/east on Slabtown Road and travel 6 miles to Paddy Creek Road. Turn right/south on Paddy Creek Road and travel 2 miles; the recreation area is on the left just over the low water crossing. Water flows over this crossing at all times and may be impassable after heavy rain. From Licking, MO: Take Highway 32 west 15 miles to Paddy Creek Road, turn right/north and travel 8 miles.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 34ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (417) 967-4194 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Paddy Creek Recreation Area |
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