Riverside Camping at Meramec Caverns’ La Jolla Natural Park

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Riverside Camping at Meramec Caverns’ La Jolla Natural Park

Camp 1–7 nights among shaded picnic groves and riverfront sites with showers, restrooms and family-friendly amenities at Meramec Cavern’s La Jolla Natural Park.

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Riverside Camping at Meramec Caverns’ La Jolla Natural Park.

Duration
1 - 7 Night Stay
Location
Sullivan
Operator
Meramec Caverns
Category
Lodging
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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La Jolla Natural Park at Meramec Cavern offers a quietly scenic campground where trees shade picnic areas and riverfront camp sites. The park combines natural setting and practical comforts—barbecue pits, sheltered pavilions, a playground and concession—making it an accessible outdoor escape for short stays.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE RIVERFRONT

Shaded riverfront campsites

Riverfront campgrounds sit beneath abundant shade, giving campers easy access to water-side pitches and the calm, scenic setting that defines La Jolla Natural Park.

THE AMENITIES

Practical conveniences for families

On-site amenities include barbecue pits, sheltered pavilions and a playground area that serve family groups and day visitors alike.

THE FACILITIES

Showers, restrooms and a concession stand

Modern conveniences—showers, restrooms and a concession stand—are available to campers, easing multi-night stays and family outings.

What the day feels like

What the stay feels like

Stays range from one to seven nights in a wooded, riverfront setting that pairs scenic campground sites with practical services—ideal for short family getaways and relaxed overnight stays.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this campground suits—and who should plan differently.

1
Families with childrenThe park’s pricing model and on-site playground, pavilion and concession make it well suited to family groups; site prices are based on two adults and two children, with modest fees for additional guests.
2
Adult couplesCouples can use the one- to seven-night options and take advantage of shaded, riverfront sites and nearby facilities, provided the booking is made by an adult of at least 18 years of age.
3
Solo adult campersSolo travelers must be 18 or older to book a site and can plan short stays from one to seven nights while relying on park showers and restrooms.
4
Groups with trailersTrailer hookups are noted among site features, and group site pricing will reflect the base rate for two adults and two children plus per-person charges for additional adults and children.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Length

Stays are offered for one to seven nights; check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.

What to bring

There are no electric hookups on site; campers should plan for off-grid power needs. Barbecue pits are provided and showers/restrooms are available on site.

Pricing basics

Site prices are based on two adults and two children. Additional adults and children on a single site are charged incremental fees.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long can I stay at the campground?

Stays are available for one to seven nights.

Are electric hookups available at the campsites?

No—there are no electric hookups at the campground.

Are trailer hookups offered?

Trailer hookups are noted among the campground features.

What facilities are on site?

Showers, restrooms and a concession stand are available, and the park has barbecue pits, sheltered pavilions and a playground.

How is site pricing structured?

Site prices are based on two adults and two children; additional adults and children on one site are charged per person.

Who can make a booking?

The customer booking the camping site must be 18 years or older.

What are check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.