Best camping near Salem
12 campgrounds · 12 ranked · updated 2026-08-02 · 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 12 of 12 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Pulltite - Ozark National Scenic River
Fair
18.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 88°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 90: 18 things to do within 15 mi
90Elite
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#2
Pulltite
Fair
18.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 88°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 80: 16 things to do within 15 mi
80Elite
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#3
Little Scotia Dispersed
Fair
10.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 91°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 50: 10 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
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#4
Akers
Fair
15.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 89°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 50: 10 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
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#5
Dee Murray
Fair
13.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 89°F
Dee Murray is a National Park Service campground near Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri that accommodates tent camping. The facility charges a fee for use. Located in the Ozark…
Why 45: 9 things to do within 15 mi
45Rated
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#6
Cedargrove
Fair
13.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 89°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 45: 9 things to do within 15 mi
45Rated
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#7
Jason's Place
Fair
14.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 89°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 45: 9 things to do within 15 mi
45Rated
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#8
Akers Ferry Campground
Fair
15.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 89°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 45: 9 things to do within 15 mi
45Rated
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#9
Montauk State Park
Fair
13.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 88°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 35: 7 things to do within 15 mi
35Rated
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#10
Montauk
Fair
13.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 88°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 35: 7 things to do within 15 mi
35Rated
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#11
Loggers Lake
Fair
19.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 91°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 20: 4 things to do within 15 mi
20Rated
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#12
Loggers Lake Recreation Area
Fair
19.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 91°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 20: 4 things to do within 15 mi
20Rated
Camping near Salem
The Salem area has 12 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.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.