Best camping near Salem

11 campgrounds · 11 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Salem, Missouri — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 11 of 11 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Pulltite  - Ozark National Scenic River
#1 Pulltite - Ozark National Scenic River Good
18.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 80°F
Pulltite - Ozark National Scenic River camping area, located in the state of Missouri, offers campers a beautiful and scenic retreat. The campground provides a range of amenities…
Why 78: live conditions (good) · 15 things to do within 15 mi
78Top-rated
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Pulltite
#2 Pulltite Good
18.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 80°F
Pulltite camping area, located in the state of Missouri, offers a delightful camping experience amidst nature's beauty. This recreational site is equipped with various amenities…
Why 76: live conditions (good) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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Akers
#3 Akers Good
15.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 77°F
The Akers camping area, located in the state of Missouri, offers a variety of amenities for campers to enjoy. Situated within the beautiful natural surroundings, the campground…
Why 66: live conditions (good) · 9 things to do within 15 mi
66Top-rated
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Cedargrove
#4 Cedargrove Good
13.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 77°F
Cedargrove camping area is a beautiful and rustic campground located within the Superior National Forest in Minnesota. The campsite is surrounded by breathtaking views of the…
Why 64: live conditions (good) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
64Solid
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Jason's Place
#5 Jason's Place Good
14.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 77°F
Jason’s Place, located within the Mark Twain National Forest in Missouri, offers dispersed camping only—no established campsites. No reservations or permits are required, and…
Why 64: live conditions (good) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
64Solid
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Akers Ferry Campground
#6 Akers Ferry Campground Good
15.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 77°F
Akers Ferry Campground is a picturesque camping area situated in the state of Missouri. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience…
Why 64: live conditions (good) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
64Solid
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Montauk State Park
#7 Montauk State Park Good
13.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 77°F
Montauk State Park, located in Missouri, offers a wonderful camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides a range of amenities to make visitors' stay…
Why 59: live conditions (good) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
59Solid
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Montauk
#8 Montauk Good
13.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 77°F
Montauk camping area in Minnesota is a hidden gem for nature enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in the great outdoors. Nestled in a serene location, the campground offers a…
Why 59: live conditions (good) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
59Solid
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Little Scotia Dispersed
#9 Little Scotia Dispersed Good
10.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 79°F
Little Scotia dispersed camping area in Missouri is a secluded campground located in the Mark Twain National Forest. The campsite is surrounded by beautiful views of the forest…
Why 57: live conditions (good) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
57Solid
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Loggers Lake
#10 Loggers Lake Good
19.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 79°F
Logger's Lake Camping Area is situated in Mark Twain National Forest in Missouri, offering stunning views of the surrounding forested hills and the crystal-clear lake. The camping…
Why 55: live conditions (good) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
55Solid
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Loggers Lake Recreation Area
#11 Loggers Lake Recreation Area Good
19.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 79°F
Loggers Lake Recreation Area is a picturesque camping area located in Mississippi. This camping area offers various amenities to enhance the camping experience. Campers can enjoy…
Why 55: live conditions (good) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
55Solid

Camping near Salem

The Salem area has 11 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best camping near Salem

How are these campgrounds ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

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