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BYOT! Tenting w/Kayaks on the Mississippi River!

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1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Barbecue grill
  • Microwave
  • Non-smoking

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Portage Des Sioux, MO
  • Place, Our Lady of the River
    ‪4 min drive‬
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    ‪9 min drive‬
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    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

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Bathroom 2

Toilet

About this property

BYOT! Tenting w/Kayaks on the Mississippi River!

* SPRING- FALL ONLY *

Welcome to Portage Paddle Camp!
#portagepaddlecamp

Tent camp and enjoy complimentary use of kayaks and paddleboards!

Or just enjoy a full day paddle pass! Message us for more details.

Nestled on 2 private acres on one of the most beautiful, naturistic places on the Mississippi River!

As our guests have put it, our listing pictures don't do our place justice!

BYOT: BRING YOUR OWN TENT, camping essentials, and get ready to relax, renew, and restore!
The space
If you enjoy nature, privacy, peace, kayaking, beautiful river scenery and views, this is the place for you! This is primitive camping.
No consumable water, no electric, just back to the basics fun :)

Bathroom located on property near cabin. Outdoor shower only w/hot water. Newly-built, clean, outhouse on grounds also.

Only 45 minutes from downtown St. Louis and 25 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 tent campers!

* 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.
Guest access
Additional accomodations at Portage Paddle Camp:

* 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
* Please be mindful that the closest gas station/convenience store is 15 minutes away, plan ahead.

* Bring some bug spray, your own supply of drinking water and 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, let us know!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Barbecue grill

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    House Rules

    Check in after 4:00 PM
    Minimum age to rent: 18
    Check out before 11:00 AM
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    Children

    Children allowed: ages 0–17
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    Events

    No events allowed
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    Pets

    No pets allowed
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    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted

    Important information

    You need to know

    This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
    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
    On-site 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 area

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    Portage Des Sioux, MO

    What's nearby

    • Our Lady of the River - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
    • Smelzer Lake - 9 min drive - 13.5 km
    • West Alton Memorial Park - 14 min drive - 21.1 km
    • Harbor Point Yacht Club - 14 min drive - 20.1 km
    • Fast Lane Classic Cars - 18 min drive - 26.6 km

    Getting around

    • Alton Station - 34 min drive
    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 33 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪Beagle At The Junction - ‬38 min drive
    • ‪Froge's Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive
    • ‪The Loading Dock - ‬26 min drive
    • ‪Fountain Hill Steak & Seafood - ‬27 min drive
    • ‪Drifters - ‬26 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is BYOT! Tenting w/Kayaks on the Mississippi River! pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    What time is check-in at BYOT! Tenting w/Kayaks on the Mississippi River!?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at BYOT! Tenting w/Kayaks on the Mississippi River!?

    Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

    About the host

    Hosted by deborah

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