BYOT! Tenting w/Kayaks on the Mississippi River#2!
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Popular amenities
- Non smoking
Explore the area
Portage Des Sioux, MO
- Our Lady of the RiverPlace, Our Lady of the River3 min drive
- Smelzer LakePlace, Smelzer Lake8 min drive
- Fast Lane Classic CarsPlace, Fast Lane Classic Cars17 min drive
- St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)28 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
About this property
BYOT! Tenting w/Kayaks on the Mississippi River#2!
* SPRING - FALL ONLY *
Welcome to Portage Paddle Camp!
#portagepaddlecamp
Tent camp & enjoy complimentary use of kayaks & paddleboards or a paddle boat!
Or just enjoy a full day paddle pass!
Nestled on 2 private acres on one of the most beautiful, naturistic, places on the Mississippi River!
BYOT: BRING YOUR OWN TENT, camping essentials, & get ready to relax, renew, & restore! For more seclusion book weekdays! On weekends and holidays, expect to share the camp with more travelers.
The space
This is primitive camping.
No water, no electric, just back to the basics fun :)
Newly-built, clean, outhouse.
Marina shower & restroom available.
If you enjoy nature, privacy, peace, kayaking, beautiful river bluffs & views, this is the place for you! Only 40 minutes from downtown St. Louis, & 20 minutes from St. Charles!
When booking, if the date you choose is not available, just message us! Someone may have already booked this listing, but we have PLENTY of space for multiple sets of campers & kayakers!
* You must bring your own tent (byot)
* Advertised rate is for up to 2 people. $10/person after 2.
* Multiple camping spaces available
* Each camping space is considered ONE tent, w/4 people max. If more than 4 people to your party, you will have to book an additional camping space.
** 20% or more discount applied to additional night stays. Message us for details.
Guest access
* Additional BYOT camping links for more camping spaces:
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/19985551
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20056232
* Westfalia VW Van:
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/28738287
* Vintage Shasta Camper:
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20402606
Other things to note
Bring some bug spray, your own supply of drinking water, & whatever necessities you need for your camping stay.
If you'd like explore the river by boat or go on a sunset cruise for an additional fee, just let us know :)
Welcome to Portage Paddle Camp!
#portagepaddlecamp
Tent camp & enjoy complimentary use of kayaks & paddleboards or a paddle boat!
Or just enjoy a full day paddle pass!
Nestled on 2 private acres on one of the most beautiful, naturistic, places on the Mississippi River!
BYOT: BRING YOUR OWN TENT, camping essentials, & get ready to relax, renew, & restore! For more seclusion book weekdays! On weekends and holidays, expect to share the camp with more travelers.
The space
This is primitive camping.
No water, no electric, just back to the basics fun :)
Newly-built, clean, outhouse.
Marina shower & restroom available.
If you enjoy nature, privacy, peace, kayaking, beautiful river bluffs & views, this is the place for you! Only 40 minutes from downtown St. Louis, & 20 minutes from St. Charles!
When booking, if the date you choose is not available, just message us! Someone may have already booked this listing, but we have PLENTY of space for multiple sets of campers & kayakers!
* You must bring your own tent (byot)
* Advertised rate is for up to 2 people. $10/person after 2.
* Multiple camping spaces available
* Each camping space is considered ONE tent, w/4 people max. If more than 4 people to your party, you will have to book an additional camping space.
** 20% or more discount applied to additional night stays. Message us for details.
Guest access
* Additional BYOT camping links for more camping spaces:
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/19985551
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20056232
* Westfalia VW Van:
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/28738287
* Vintage Shasta Camper:
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20402606
Other things to note
Bring some bug spray, your own supply of drinking water, & whatever necessities you need for your camping stay.
If you'd like explore the river by boat or go on a sunset cruise for an additional fee, just let us know :)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3471522
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the neighborhood
Portage Des Sioux, MO
What's nearby
- Our Lady of the River - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
- Smelzer Lake - 8 min drive - 13.5 km
- Fast Lane Classic Cars - 17 min drive - 26.9 km
- Katy Trail - 19 min drive - 29.0 km
- Historic Main Street - 20 min drive - 29.7 km
Getting around
- Alton Station - 34 min drive
- St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
- Beagle At The Junction - 38 min drive
- The Loading Dock - 26 min drive
- Froge's Bar and Grill - 3 min drive
- Fountain Hill Steak & Seafood - 27 min drive
- 3rd Chute Bar and Grill - 25 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is BYOT! Tenting w/Kayaks on the Mississippi River#2! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
About the host
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English, Spanish
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