Rustic Wilderness Escape at Hattie Camping Hut in Pineville, Missouri
Difficulty
easy
Duration
Half day to full day
Fitness Level
Suitable for moderate fitness; hiking trails near the hut are gentle but require basic stamina.
Overview
Discover the charm of Missouri’s Ozark Highlands with a stay at Hattie Camping Hut, a simple shelter surrounded by native forest and wildflower meadows near Pineville. Perfect for a quiet, authentic outdoor retreat.
Hattie 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 thrill of outdoor adventures with required rafting, canoeing, or kayaking. Each hut features cozy accommodations and a shared porch, making it an ideal getaway for nature lovers seeking both relaxation and excitement.
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 & 1 full platform. Shares porch with Lantz 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 a reliable water filter
Water sources near the hut are natural creeks, so ensure you treat water before drinking.
Pack layered clothing
Temperatures can fluctuate significantly between day and night in the Ozarks.
Use insect repellent
Summer evenings may bring mosquitoes especially near water bodies around the hut.
Leave no trace
Carry out all trash and minimize your footprint to help preserve this remote site.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- White-tailed deer
- Eastern box turtle
History
This area of the Ozark Highlands was once a crossroads for Native American trade routes and later homesteaded in the 1800s.
Conservation
Visitors are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles to help protect the fragile forest ecosystem and nearby waterways.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Lightweight tent or hammock
Useful for extra shelter given cool spring nights in the Ozarks.
spring specific
Fishing rod
Great for fishing local streams abundant with bass and catfish.
summer specific
Warm sleeping bag
Necessary as fall nights can be unexpectedly cold at the hut.
fall specific
Headlamp or flashlight
Important for navigating to and around the hut after dark.