Water enthusiasts will find Lake Paho offers multiple boat launches and lake access points around its perimeter. This free primitive campground in Princeton, Missouri features gravel campsites with pit toilets and trash service, though no water hookups are available. Site B on the eastern shore provides approximately eight spots with views across the water.
The campground maintains four different camping areas around the lake, connected by roads suitable for biking. Low light pollution from the rural location creates favorable conditions for stargazing. Campers report moderate usage even during off-season months, with well-maintained facilities and level gravel pads at each site. For additional options, explore campgrounds near Davis City across the Iowa border.
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Location
Public CampgroundLake Paho is located in Missouri
Coordinates
40.415178 N
93.666536 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/3/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/3/26
- AT&TLTESome 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)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
Drive Time
- 1 hr 23 min from St. Joseph, MO
- 1 hr 36 min from Des Moines, IA
- 1 hr 38 min from Kansas City, MO
- 2 hrs 2 min from Ames, IA






