Explore Lantz Camping Hut: Unique Outdoor Retreat Near Pineville, Missouri
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for those with moderate fitness used to day hikes and uneven ground
Overview
Discover a unique camping experience at Lantz Camping Hut near Pineville, Missouri. This rustic hut offers a cozy base for exploring the Ozark wilderness and enjoying hiking, fishing, and wildlife observation.
Lantz Camping Hut
1-6 Nights • All Ages • Up to 4 People • Bathroom Included
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About This Adventure
Experience a unique stay in elevated huts overlooking the stunning Elk River. Enjoy the comfort of queen and twin platforms while sharing a porch with the Hattie Camping Hut. Enhance your adventure with rafting, canoeing, or kayaking, making your getaway both relaxing and exhilarating. Don't forget your essentials for a memorable trip!
The Balcony Provides a Fantastic View of the Elk River!
Duration
1-6 Nights
About
All our huts have a small air conditioner and are built on stilts. Includes 1 queen platform & 2 twin platforms. Shares porch with Hattie Camping Hut.
Additional Information
- Check-In: 3PM
- Check-Out: 11AM
- All lodging reservations require a minimum one day of rafting, canoeing or kayaking. When you checkout, please select the appropriate raft, canoe or kayak add-on, which is dependent on how many people are in your cabin (i.e. 2 person cabin add-on, 6 person cabin add-on, etc.). Please choose a date within your reservation. At checkout, you will have to pay a $50 deposit in case you do not select an add-on or select the wrong one by accident. You will get this money back upon arrival.
- If you book on a Friday, there is a 2-night booking minimum.
What to Bring
- Please remember to bring your own towels, bedding, air mattress, blankets, and utensils.
- Signed rental agreement
- Photo ID
Adventure Tips
Bring sturdy hiking boots
The surrounding terrain includes rocky and uneven trails best navigated in durable footwear.
Pack a water filter
Natural streams are nearby but not guaranteed safe to drink without treatment.
Prepare for variable weather
Spring and fall can be chilly in the mornings and evenings; layering is advised.
Leave no trace principles
Keep the site pristine by packing out all waste and minimizing your environmental impact.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- White-tailed deer
- Eastern wild turkey
History
The Pineville area reflects a blend of Native American heritage and 19th-century pioneer settlement history.
Conservation
The camp enforces strict leave-no-trace practices to protect the delicate Ozark forest ecosystems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Hiking boots
Provide ankle support and traction on Ozark terrain.
Water filtration system
Ensures safe drinking water from natural sources.
Layered clothing
Adapt to changing temperatures throughout the day.
spring specific
Headlamp or flashlight
Necessary for navigating around the hut at night.