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Experience comfortable riverside camping with 50 amp RV hookups at Meramec Caverns' Electric Campground Sites. Enjoy family-friendly amenities and explore Missouri's natural beauty.
overnight stays to week-long trips
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From $44.06
Experience comfortable riverside camping with 50 amp RV hookups at Meramec Caverns' Electric Campground Sites. Enjoy family-friendly amenities and explore Missouri's natural beauty.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
overnight stays to week-long trips
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels as most activities are leisurely and site-based.
Wildlife
History
Meramec Caverns have been a popular tourist attraction since the early 1900s, offering fascinating geological formations and cultural stories from Missouri's past.
Conservation
The campground follows sustainable practices by encouraging waste reduction, protecting river habitats, and maintaining natural vegetation buffers.
Meramec Caverns
Experience comfortable riverside camping with 50 amp RV hookups at Meramec Caverns' Electric Campground Sites. Enjoy family-friendly amenities and explore Missouri's natural beauty.
Meramec Caverns in Sullivan, Missouri, is a long-established tourist attraction offering guided cavern tours, lodging, campground facilities, and river experiences. The site is home to Missouri's largest commercial cave and features rare underground formations showcased on the guided Cavern Tour and the iconic Theatre Room Light-Show. Visitors can book historic cave tours that highlight geology, cave history, and notable formations.
Beyond the cave, Meramec Caverns operates the La Jolla Natural Park motel and campground. Motel rooms include double and triple bed options with mini fridges and microwaves; a pet-friendly double room option is available seasonally. Campground choices range from primitive tent sites to electric sites suitable for RVs with up to 50 amp service, with sites numbered for reservation.
Seasonal outdoor experiences include guided float trips down the Meramec River, where families can canoe or raft to the caverns, and the Caveman Zipline, a guided zipline course with multiple sky-bridges and high-speed runs. Amenities at the park include shaded picnic areas, riverfront sites, barbecue pits, playgrounds, and restrooms.
Meramec Caverns maintains a focus on safety and visitor information through guided experiences and staffed facilities. Operating seasons and amenities are clearly posted for motel stays (April–October) and outdoor activities. As a long-running commercial attraction in Sullivan, Meramec Caverns combines natural geology, family accommodation, and outdoor recreation to deliver reliable visitor experiences throughout the season.
On-site staff provide directions, safety briefings, and ticketing; reservations are recommended for popular experiences and lodging during peak summer and holiday weekends for accurate availability and planning.
Tours Offered
11 Experiences
Cavern tours, zipline, floats, lodging
Location
Sullivan, MO
Situated on the Meramec River
RV Power
50 amp Sites
Electric hookups for RVs
Camping Options
Primitive & Electric
1–7 night stays available
Reserve a Cavern Tour, Caveman Zipline run, float trip, motel room, or campground site—check seasonal availability and book ahead.
Secure Your RV Power Connection
Ensure your electrical connections are tight and secure to avoid power interruptions at the 50 amp sites.
Arrive Early to Choose Your Spot
These electric sites can fill up quickly, especially on weekends; early arrival guarantees the best spaces near the river.
Bring Bug Repellent
The riverfront location attracts mosquitoes during warmer months, so pack effective insect repellent.
Use BBQ Pits Responsibly
Always monitor your barbecue pits while cooking to prevent fire hazards in the heavily wooded areas.
Heavy-Duty Electrical Cord
Ensures a safe and reliable power connection for your RV at 50 amp sites.
Bug Repellent Spray
Protects against mosquitoes and other biting insects near the river and wooded areas.
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Portable Camp Grill
Enhances meal options when cooking outdoors at the barbecue pits.
Layered Clothing
Keeps you comfortable during cool mornings and warmer afternoons.
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