KOA Journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
From IL 55S or IL 70W: Take 270W to Exit 3 in Illinois north of St. Louis.
From IL 64W or MO 55N: Take 255N to 270W to Exit 3 in Illinois north of St. Louis.
From MO 44E or 64E or 70E: Take 270N to Exit 3a in Illinois north of St. Louis. From Exit 3 or 3a, go 1/8 mile. Turn left at stoplight onto West Chain of Rocks Rd at Hardee's. Proceed 1/2 mile, look for sign on right. Turn right onto Dial Dr.
GPS: N38.7619. W90.1155
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Link: www.gatewayarch.com St. Louis Riverfront St. Louis, MO (located 15 minutes from campground) (877) 982-1410 (314) 923-3048 At 630 ft. our nation's tallest manmade monument has plenty of exciting activities. Take the tram ride to the top, see a documentary film, experience a giant screen movie, visit the Lewis & Clark exhibit in the museum or shopping in the gift shop. . Open daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's. Extended summer hours. You must now have a ticket to get into the Arch. Tickets may be order by phone 1-877-982-1410 or by going to the Old Courthouse. If you wish to get tickets online be warned, no same day ticket are available online.
Link: www.gatewayarch.com
St. Louis Riverfront
St. Louis, MO (located 15 minutes from campground)
(877)982-1410 (314)923-3048
One hour sightseeing cruises, daily. Dinner cruises, private charters and specialty cruises available. Savor delicious cuisine aboard a two-hour moonlight Mississippi River cruise or lunch at the Arch View Cafe. Enjoy live music. Reservations required.
Link: www.budweisertours.com
I-55 & Arsenal St.
St. Louis, MO (located 20 minutes from the campground)
(314)577-2626
Tours include the historic Brew house, Budweiser Clydesdale Stables, lager cellar, packaging plant, and hospitality room. Open daily. FREE
Link: www.grantsfarm.com
10501 Gravois Rd.
St. Louis, MO (located 30 minutes from campground)
(314)843-1700
This Busch family estate was once owned by Ulysses S. Grant. See the Animal shows, petting area and take a tram ride through the wildlife preserve. FREE Nominal parking fee. Open mid-April - Oct.
Link: www.stlzoo.org
Forest Park
St. Louis, MO (located 20 minutes from campground)
(314)781-0900
World-class zoo with more than 6,600 animals. New exhibits include Penguin & Puffin Coast, River's Edge and the Insectarium. Natural habitat areas include Big Cat Country, Jungle of the Apes, Children's Zoo. Open daily, except Christmas and New Years. General admission FREE.
Link: www.mohistory.org
Forest Park
St. Louis, MO (located 20 minutes from campground)
(314)746-4599
Tour "Seeking St. Louis" a new permanent exhibition spanning two exciting and interactive galleries. Dine in a fabulous restaurant. Watch for special events and traveling exhibitions. Open daily.
Link: www.slam.org
Forest Park
#1 Fine Arts Dr.
St. Louis, MO (located 20 minutes from campground)
(314)721-0072
Built as the Fine Arts Palace of the 1904 World's Fair and one of the nation's leading comprehensive art museums. Collections include works of art of exceptional quality from virtually every culture and time period.
Link: www.slsc.org
5050 Oakland Ave
St. Louis, MO (located 20 minutes from campground)
(314)289-4400 (800)456-7572
Explore 700 hands on exhibits on environment, aviation, technology, life size dinosaurs and the James S. McDonnell Planetarium's Boeing Space Station experience. General admission FREE.
Link: www.citymuseum.org
701 N 15th St.
St. Louis, MO (located 15 minutes from campground)
(314)231-2489
Explore the unexpected at this exciting museum for children and adults. You'll find art, science, history and fun in this one-of-a-kind attraction. An admission fee is charged.
Link: www.mobot.org
4344 Shaw Blvd.
St. Louis, MO (located 20 minutes from campground)
(314)577-9400 (800)642-8842
The country's oldest botanical park features 79 acres of gorgeous display gardens and historic structures. Admission fee charged.
Link: www.magichouse.org
516 S. Kirkwood Rd. (Lindbergh Blvd.)
St. Louis, MO (located 25 minutes from campground)
(314)822-8900
Nationally acclaimed children's museum that offers more than 100 hands on educational exhibits for kids from one to 101. Explore the Children's Village, Math Path and three-story slide. Admission fee charged. Free parking.
Link: www.butterflyhouse.org
Faust Park
15193 Olive Blvd.
St. Louis, MO (located 30 minutes from campground)
(636)530-0076
Visitors will see thousands of butterflies in free flight and actually witness the mystery of metamorphosis. Open daily except Monday. Admission fee charged.
Link: www.museumoftransport.org
3015 Barrett Station Rd.
St. Louis, MO (located 25 minutes from campground)
(314)965-7998
More than 300 pieces including steam, diesel, and electric locomotives, passenger, and freight cars, automobiles, streetcars, buses and aircraft. Locomotive cabs and caboose. Admission fee.
Link: www.lewisandclark.net
1050 Riverside Dr.
St. Charles, MO (located 30 minutes from campground)
(636)947-3199
Interprets the Lewis & Clark expedition through excellent exhibits, literature and educational programs.
Link: www.cahokiamounds.com
30 Ramey St
Collinsville, IL (located 15 minutes from campground)
(618)346-5160
This is the site of the largest prehistoric Indian city north of Mexico. The Site includes an Interpretive Center, Woodhenge solar calendar and special events. Closed Monday and Tuesday. This attraction is FREE.
Link: www.campdubois.com
One Lewis & Clark Trail
Hartford, IL (located 5 minutes from campground)
(618)251-5811
Visitor center located at the former Camp River Dubois where Lewis & Clark wintered before embarking on their great trek west. This attraction includes orientation film, 55 ft long keel boat replica, reconstructed Camp River Dubois. It is closed Monday & Tuesday. This attractions is FREE!
Hwy 143
East Alton, IL (located 10 minutes from campground)
(888)899-2602
This U.S. Army Corp of Engineers museum tells the story of the Mississippi River and the lock and dam system. This museum is closed on Monday & Tuesday. FREE
Visit The National Great Rivers Museum online for more information.
Link: www.sixflags.com
(636)938-4800
Link: www.snows.org
442 S DeMazenod Dr.
Belleville, IL (located 25 minutes from campground)
(800)682-2879 (314)241-3400
Largest outdoor shrine in North America. There are ten Devotional areas on 200 acres. Daily Masses. Grounds are open year round. This attraction is FREE!
Link: http://www.visitalton.com/
200 Piasa St
Alton, IL (located 20 minutes from campground)
(800)258-6645 (618)465-6676
Take a professionally guided tour of haunted houses in Alton, said to be one of the most haunted small towns in the United States, according to Fate magazine.
Link: www.ragingrivers.com
(618)786-2345
Link: www.missouriwine.org
(800)392-wine
Link: www.VisitHannibal.com Toll Free: 1-TOM-AND-HUCK (573)221-6999
Link: www.americascave.com
(800)676-6105
We are only 15 minutes from Arch and Stadium and located on Route U.S. 66.
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