Cactus Canyon Campground - Ava, MO - RV Parks

Cactus Canyon Campground, the "Canyon", opened in 1999 and there began the humble beginnings of a campground that soon rose to be the largest men's campground in the United States because of a need for something different for the men's community. There are other options out there that fill a need and we support each of them. However, the Canyon is the largest in acreage and has great features that few others have because of it's size. It is comprised of 720 acres of woods, streams and prairies, a naturist's paradise. If you are into hiking, check out the many hiking trails that wonder the 720 acres through valleys with streams, waterfalls and natural pools that you can take a dip in; to hill climbs that take you up cleared roads to the prairie tops over the Canyon; to stroll on nicely mowed paths in the prairies and woods. We offer many different opportunities for you to enjoy the outdoor excitement here at the Canyon from camping to hiking; to floating and to fishing the local streams.

Our accommodations include many primitive campsites that are available in the woods where you can be alone or other sites where you can be close to others, either way there is plenty of space for you to pitch a tent. Most campsites are along the creek but there are also meadow and wooded camping sites available. Also if you wish something of comforts such as electric and water at your site, we have that too. If you are an RVer we have 36 RV sites available that include electric, water and sewer. If you do not have any set up, we have rustic cabins or sleeping rooms available. There is something for everyone here at the Canyon. Please remember that the Canyon keeps the idea of a campground present at all times.

A twist to the Canyon (like no other) is that due to our seclusion in the hills, trees and off the beaten path, the entire campground is clothing optional, where the choice to wear something, or nothing at all, is yours. All the better to be al natural! It is all part of being comfortable.

Speaking of being comfortable, we have a two dogs maximum per site are allowed with their owners. All dogs must not be barkers or biters. We require that all dogs must be leashed during their stay here at the "Canyon" and that all dog poop is cleaned up and disposed of properly. These rules will be strictly enforced. And anyone not abiding by these rules will be asked to remove their dogs from the "Canyon".

In addition, for your comfort we have hot showers and flush toilets in two parts of the campground that are available.

RV campsites are separate from the tenting area. They are approx. 1/8 - 1/4 mile from the gazebo or the location of party events. We have 30 and 50 amp service for RVs with sewer, water and electric hookups available.