Highway noise from fast-moving traffic defines the experience at Garrison Canoe Rental and Campground, where some RV sites sit just five feet from the road. This established campground in Steelville provides full hookups for RVs alongside primitive tent sites, with the Meramec River accessible across the highway.
The property spreads across a large area with a mix of shaded and open sites. Campers can choose from primitive tent camping, electric sites, or full hookup spots with water, sewer, and electric connections. Two shower houses serve the campground, though some reviewers note maintenance issues with electrical boxes containing "wasps and spider webs," as Allie A. discovered. The general store offers coin-operated showers and basic supplies.
River access requires crossing the highway and walking to reach the Meramec River, where the campground operates canoe and raft rentals. Float trips run during the season with various packages available. The property includes a pool, though it closes on Sundays, and weekend entertainment features DJ and karaoke nights. "Very quiet thru the week," notes one reviewer, with most activity concentrated on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Sites vary significantly in quality and location. Those near the highway experience constant traffic noise, while interior sites offer more distance from the road. Some areas provide good tree coverage for shade, and the campground allows pets with reservations recommended. For campers exploring the region, camping near Steelville includes several other options along the river corridor.
The combination of highway proximity and river access makes this a practical base for float trips, though light sleepers should request sites away from the road.
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Location
RV ParkGarrison Canoe Rental and Campground is located in Missouri
Directions
From jct Hwy 19 & Hwy 8: Go 1-1/2 mi E on Hwy 8, then 2-1/2 mi N on Hwy TT.
Address
287 Highway Tt
Steelville, MO 65565
Coordinates
38.01473839 N
91.31922382 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 32 min from St. Louis, MO
- 1 hr 33 min from Jefferson City, MO
- 2 hrs 3 min from Columbia, MO
- 2 hrs 20 min from Cape Girardeau, MO












