Pershing State Park Campground
Open year-round. Full amenities including hot showers available April 15 through October 31. Reservations accepted up to 12 months in advance via icampmo1.usedirect.com or 877-422-6766. Camping limited to 15 days within any 30-consecutive-day period. Generators prohibited unless approved by park manager.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 1 at 2:46PM CDT until July 3 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105-110F expected. * WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Kansas and central, north central, northeast, northwest, and west central Missouri. * WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Several days of extreme heat will impact the region with poor heat relief during the overnight hours.
About
Pershing State Park, named after World War I General John J. Pershing who was born nearby, protects one of Missouri's few remaining examples of wet prairie habitat. The campground sits in a wooded area offering welcome shade during summer months, with both electric and basic sites available year-round. Modern amenities include flush restrooms, hot showers (seasonal), laundry facilities, and a sanitary dump station. The park's 3,576 acres feature a meandering stretch of Locust Creek with oxbow sloughs and cutoffs characteristic of an unaltered prairie stream. A boardwalk trail winds through the wet prairie, providing an accessible way to experience this unique ecosystem. Four small lakes offer fishing for bass, bluegill, channel catfish, bullhead, carp, and drum. Boating is permitted with electric motors only. An enclosed picnic shelter with kitchen facilities and an open shelter with water and electricity are available for day use. Backcountry camping along the Locust Creek Riparian Trail is free with registration. The park serves as an excellent base for exploring the surrounding prairie region and learning about General Pershing's legacy at nearby attractions.
Directions
29277 Highway 130, Laclede, MO 64651. Located in Linn County in north-central Missouri.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $15 - $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 85ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| moparks@dnr.mo.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (660) 963-2299 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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