Wakonda State Park campground
Wakonda State Park
Nearby points of interest include the Mark Twain Birthplace State Historic Site and the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum. Both offer guided tours and provide insight into the life and works of Mark Twain.
The campground amenities include electric and water hookups, a dump station, showers, and restrooms. The campground is first-come-first-served, and there are a total of 67 campsites available.
An interesting fact about the park is that it is home to the largest remaining undisturbed tract of oak-hickory forest in the state of Missouri.
The best time to visit the Wakonda State Park camping area is from May to September, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to mid-80s. The park sees peak visitation during the summer months, so visitors should plan accordingly.
What's on-site at Wakonda State Park
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Wakonda State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek - Mississippi River | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Mississippi Riverfront Rv Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Canton City River Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Warsaw City Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sever Lake Conservation Area - Mdc | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Wakonda State Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Fabius River Near Taylor | 58 cfs | → |
| Wyaconda River Above Canton | 27 cfs | → |
| Bear Creek Near Marcelline | 35 cfs | → |
| North River At Palmyra | 14 cfs | → |
| Bear Creek At Hannibal | 3 cfs | → |
| Fox River At Wayland | 55 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Wakonda State Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lock And Dam-Mississippi River | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Augusta | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Fort Madison | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Donnellson | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dallas City 3.0 Sse | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bowling Green | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Wakonda State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Wakonda State Park
Can I make reservations at Wakonda State Park?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Wakonda State Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Wakonda State Park.