Elephant Rocks State Park
Belleview, MO
Huge rounded granite boulders lined up like a circus parade, with a paved trail suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. Kids love climbing the smaller rocks.
- Nearest town
- Belleview, MO
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 37.6528, -90.6881
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and June. Hot in July–August. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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- Wild Boar Ridge CampgroundCampsite14 mi from Elephant Rocks State ParkTentsCaravansToilets
- Spring Branch Overflow CampgroundCampsite15 mi from Elephant Rocks State ParkTentsCaravans
- Prospect CamgroundCampsite15 mi from Elephant Rocks State ParkTentsCaravans
- Riverside CampgroundCampsite15 mi from Elephant Rocks State ParkTentsCaravans
- Twin Rivers LandingCampsite16 mi from Elephant Rocks State Park
- Hazel Creek CampgroundCampsite22 mi from Elephant Rocks State Park
All campsites in Missouri · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Elephant Rocks State Park?
Elephant Rocks State Park is in Belleview, MO, at GPS 37.6528, -90.6881. It is about 42 mi from Ste. Genevieve.
Can you camp near Elephant Rocks State Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Taum Sauk Mountain State Park Campground, about 6 mi away; within 25 mi there are 58 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Elephant Rocks State Park?
Elephant Rocks State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Missouri Ozark springs and shut-ins.
What is there to see near Elephant Rocks State Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park (12 mi), Onondaga Cave State Park (41 mi), Sainte Genevieve Historic District (42 mi) and Meramec Caverns (47 mi).
When is the best time to visit Elephant Rocks State Park?
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and June. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)