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Wilderness Lodge

3.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge with private beach and free breakfast

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3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly

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3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

Rock Cottage

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

Upper Turkey Run

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

Lower Turkey Run

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Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Jacks Cabin

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Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Hilltop

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Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

Summer House

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Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Hilltop

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Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

Riverside Suites

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
2331 Co Rd 342, Lesterville, MO, 63654

What's nearby

  • Taum Sauk Mountain State Park - 21 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Johnson's Shut-ins State Park - 29 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Arcadia Valley Golf Club - 47 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Elephant Rocks State Park - 57 min drive - 55.3 km
  • K Bridge Recreation Area - 59 min drive - 52.4 km

Getting around

  • Arcadia Valley Station - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black River Ice Cream Parlor - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Lazy River Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black River Family Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mood's Market And Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Wilderness Lodge

Family-friendly lodge near Taum Sauk Mountain State Park
Consider a stay at Wilderness Lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, a firepit and mini golf. Adventurous travellers may like the volleyball, basketball and fishing at this lodge. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, The Lodge, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and pool views. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/games room.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Games, books and luggage storage
  • Wedding services, ping pong and a telescope
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished and offer comforts, such as air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Shower/bath combinations and shampoo
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers and housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Gravel Bar
  • The Lodge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Fishing
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Karaoke
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Fenced pool
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Mini golf
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,500 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • On a private beach
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Telescope

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 14 buildings
  • Built in 1903
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40, per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 40 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 40 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Wilderness Lodge Lodge
Wilderness Lodge Lesterville
Wilderness Lodge Lodge Lesterville

Frequently asked questions

Does Wilderness Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Wilderness Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this lodge allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 40 per stay and a fee of USD 40 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Wilderness Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wilderness Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wilderness Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wilderness Lodge located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly lodge is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Taum Sauk Mountain State Park and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Johnson's Shut-ins State Park. Arcadia Valley Golf Club and Fort Davidson State Historic Site are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Wilderness Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Food and hospitality were great. Parking not so great. A variety of things to do. Our second trip there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Food and service was excellent, such a peaceful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Great place. Cabin was very clean, loved the decor and the staff. Food was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

nostalgic place very cool
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Awesome dinners and breakfasts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Great staff! Nice clean cabins! Food was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

The staff was amazing an the food was incredible. We has such a restful weekend. We also did a float adn the river was just wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

This is an absolute hidden gem. I just happen on this place when looking for a place near Elephant Rock SP and Johnson's Shutins. It's like stepping back to a nicer time....where hopsitality was still important. The breakfasts and dinners where amazing home cooked comfort food. The fact that they have a bar/happy hour and the drinks are resonsonable is a bonus! I went on a small unplug from the world weekend. I would say if you go here in the summer the atmosphere may be different but it would be a great place to stay with kids or a romantic partner. Pool, Gameroom, mini golf, river is right across the gravel road. I could go on and on.....
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

The staff are all terrific!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Staff was excellent and very friendly. Loved all the books and cozy furniture. Loved the cabin and woods. The food was excellent. They asked our food allergies and things we may not have liked ahead of time. Loved the games available. Loved seeing all the dogs and may ask to bring mine next visit. Loved the location near state parks. Loved the decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10

I loved Wilderness Lodge! It feels like a family summer camp. I felt almost like a kid again going to summer camp at Wilderness. I loved the food, staff, amenities and the cabin we stayed in. Def. will visit the Wilderness Lodge again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10

great location very nostalgic
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10

Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10

Really liked this place, it has very much a “throw-back” feel. The food was amazing and the staff is incredible friendly. It was convenient to do a float trip, the pool was wonderful, and having the bar onsite for the dinner hours was very nice. Some of the room could use some updating, but overall very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10

This place was in the middle of nowhere but so neat and all the food is fresh and home made and absolutely delicious! The staff was beyond accommodating and wonderful! The room was outdated but very neat for a cabin!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

6/10

If you have money to waste, this place is for you. Well overpriced for what you are getting. Service is great, but for the price not worth it. Beware that you can't cancel your reservation, they will keep every cent and charge more for any alter on your reservation. Don't forget to bring tick spray, you will need it. River is the best part and it does not belong to them, so you can find cheaper options somewhere else. I paid $1,140.00 for two nights (3 adults, two small kids and two dogs which cost $50 per entire stay). Food was not as great as everyone had written in reviews, those people have not eaten in real restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10

The property was well maintained and the staff was friendly and genuine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020