Sam A. Baker Campground 2
Open year-round. Full amenities including showers, modern restrooms, and running water available April 1 through October 31. Off-season (November through March) has vault toilets only; potable water available at the visitor center frost-free spigot. Reservations available up to 12 months in advance via the Missouri State Parks reservation system.
Special Weather Statement issued June 11 at 1:10AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
High temperatures reaching the lower 90s this afternoon will combine with high humidity values to produce heat index readings peaking in the 100 to 105 range. This will be the 3rd consecutive day with heat index readings exceeding 100 degrees in many locations. With this being the first heat wave of the season be particularly alert to heat related illness potential and take the necessary action to protect yourself.
Lake Wind Advisory issued June 10 at 11:25PM CDT until June 11 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph expected. * WHERE...Crab Orchard and Rend Lake in Illinois, Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley in Kentucky, and Lake Wappapello in Missouri. * WHEN...From 10 AM to 8 PM CDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
About
Campground 2 at Sam A. Baker State Park is the park's year-round camping option, situated in the rugged Ozark hills of southeastern Missouri. The campground offers basic sites, 30-amp and 50-amp electric sites, and larger family sites for groups needing extra space. Each site includes a parking pad, picnic table, grill, and lantern post, with electric sites providing power hookups. During the on-season from April 1 through October 31, campers have access to modern restrooms, a shower house with laundry facilities, and a dump station. Off-season camping (November through March) remains available, though modern facilities close and campers must use vault toilets and retrieve potable water from the frost-free spigot at the visitor center. The park surrounds campers with outstanding natural features including Big Creek, the St. Francis River, and Mudlick Mountain. Activities include hiking over 20 miles of trails, fishing for bass, bluegill, and catfish, floating the scenic river, and exploring the nature center. A park store provides camping supplies, and the dining hall offers meals during peak season.
Directions
Located at 5580 State Highway 143, Patterson, MO 63956. From Piedmont, take Highway 34 east to Highway 143 south. Follow Highway 143 for approximately 4 miles to the park entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $15 - $52 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 73ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| moparks@dnr.mo.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (573) 856-4411 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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