Within Trail Of Tears State Park, Lake Boutin Campground provides basic camping with full hookups for RVs up to 79 feet. The campground sits near the Mississippi River, offering access to both lake and river fishing opportunities. Sites include electric, water, and sewer connections, with firewood available for purchase.
Campers report quiet conditions with secluded spacing between sites. A short hiking trail connects the campground to the lake, while overlooks provide views of the Mississippi River. The facility maintains clean restroom facilities, though shower availability may vary seasonally. Park rangers conduct regular evening patrols through the camping area. Reservations are accepted for this state-managed facility at $15 per night.
Description
Trail of Tears State Park offers basic, electric and sewer/electric/water campsites and a special-use camping area. This campground is not year round, but the other campground at this park is (Mississippi River Campground)
Reservation Info
Reservable sites may be available on a walk-up registration basis if the site is not reserved. Before occupying a site, check with the park staff or follow the directions on the posted card or signs.
Camping is limited to any 15 days within a 30-consecutive-day period at any one park or historic site.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundLake Boutin Campground — Trail of Tears State Park is located in Missouri
Address
429 Moccasin Springs
Jackson, MO 63755
Coordinates
37.45246896 N
89.4829773 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 21 min from Cape Girardeau, MO
- 1 hr 31 min from Paducah, KY
- 1 hr 43 min from St. Louis, MO
- 2 hrs 53 min from Evansville, IN
