Things to do while staying at Meramec Campground!
There are lots of places to explore and things to do around Meramec Campground! Check out this list for ideas of what to do on your next camping trip!
🏞️ Natural Attractions
- Meramec Caverns (≈ 10 mins)
- A massive cave system offering guided tours, zip-lining, and riverboat rides.
- A massive cave system offering guided tours, zip-lining, and riverboat rides.
- Onondaga Cave State Park (≈ 25 mins)
- Another impressive cave system with beautiful underground formations and the Blue Heron Trail.
- Another impressive cave system with beautiful underground formations and the Blue Heron Trail.
- Huzzah Conservation Area (≈ 30 mins)
- Offers quiet hiking, birdwatching, and fishing in a more secluded setting.
- Offers quiet hiking, birdwatching, and fishing in a more secluded setting.
🍷 Local Wineries & Breweries
- Crescent Lake Winery (≈ 15 mins)
- Beautiful scenery and locally crafted wines; often hosts live music.
- Beautiful scenery and locally crafted wines; often hosts live music.
- The Brew House in Sullivan (≈ 10 mins)
- Great spot to grab a local beer and burger after a day outdoors.
- Great spot to grab a local beer and burger after a day outdoors.
🏛️ Historic & Cultural Sites
- Route 66 State Park (≈ 45 mins)
- Learn about the history of the Mother Road, with hiking trails and a visitor center.
- Learn about the history of the Mother Road, with hiking trails and a visitor center.
- Sullivan Area Historical Museum (≈ 10 mins)
- Small but interesting museum for local history buffs.
- Small but interesting museum for local history buffs.
👨👩👧👦 Family Fun
- Purina Farms (≈ 35 mins)
- A great family outing with animal exhibits, pet shows, and farm activities (seasonal).
- A great family outing with animal exhibits, pet shows, and farm activities (seasonal).
- Shady Beach Campground & River Rentals (≈ 20 mins)
- If you want to float a different section of the river or picnic by the water.
- If you want to float a different section of the river or picnic by the water.
Have a fun day of exploring then come back and chill at Meramec Campground!
Family owned and operated, Kiefer Campgrounds strive to offer you the best rates for a comfortable location with outstanding service, and spotless facilities. When you stay in one of our parks, you are no longer just a happy camper, but a part of our family! We are most certain you will enjoy your stay with us. Pick your favorite location and book your spot now before it’s too late! You’ll be happy you did!
