Wakonda State Park

Great state park with hiking trails and lakes! They also have bathhouse and laundry but it’s not open in the winter season but still a great spot with level spots and electric hookups

This is a nice park. We stayed in our RV and hooked up to electric. There are flushing toilets and showers as well as some pit toilets. We were there during labor day weekend. The park ranger was on top of it. We enjoyed watching all the families with their kids riding around in bikes, scooters and skateboards. By 2pm, the park was empty except for about 3 campers that remained.

I visited a primitive walk in site here with my best friend ,and we enjoyed the grounds. We originally reserved W4, however W1 proved to be the nicest. It was an easy switch and staff were kind and helpful. There is quite a walk for the walk in sites, in hindsight we should have some sort of wagon. The swimming beach is nice as well as the boat launch area at Agate Lake. I would visit again.

I visited this park solely to walk a couple of trails. Sadly I didn't have time for the Agate Lake Trail, but I was able to complete the Jasper Lake Trail. And I picked up another very short, .3 mile walk between the roadside and Quartz Lake just to view it. Both trails are essentially wide dirt / crushed gravel / mowed grass pathways with the Jasper Lake Trail being through both wooded and open areas surrounding the lake. The day I was there (07/14/25) it was foggy, but I would guess Jasper Lake Trail is about 1/3 shaded and 2/3 open with varied scenery, including interesting wildflowers, bunnies galore, and unknown critter paths between the lake and a cornfield (a large critter big enough to knock down young corn stalks); for birders, it's got to be a delight. Besides bunnies being everywhere, so were park personnel - never saw so many in any of the more than two dozen Missouri state parks I've been to. And all friendly.

🌳🐿️🐝🐰 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Wakonda State Park 📍 32836 State Park Rd, La Grange, MO 63448 ☀️W. A. K. O. N. D. A.☀️ Such a peaceful and stunning destination! Wakonda State Park is a true hidden gem just across the river from Quincy, IL. The forested trails offer a calming escape, perfect for a brisk hike or a gentle stroll. The riverfront areas are serene—great for wildlife viewing and enjoying the quiet sounds of nature. The campground is clean, well-maintained, and feels tucked away in the woods, giving you a real sense of solitude. Whether you’re camping under the stars, paddling on the river, or just taking in the scenery, this park delivers. Highly recommended for a quick weekend retreat or day trip from Quincy!