Wilderness Lodge

Property class: 3

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Take advantage of free full breakfast, a firepit, and mini golf at Wilderness Lodge. Active travelers can enjoy hiking/biking, 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. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and an arcade/game room.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Hilltop

A room with two beds, wooden walls, and several framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Hilltop

  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A cozy room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, and two lamps.

King Hilltop

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A rustic living room with wooden floors, a plaid sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.

Riverside Suites

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A cozy cabin-style room with a wooden floor, a plaid sofa, a blue armchair, and a small table with a lamp and books.

Jacks Cabin

  • Hill view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A room with a wooden wall, a checkered sofa, and multiple framed pictures.

Upper Turkey Run

  • Hill view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A cozy room with a sofa, two lamps, a small table, and a chair.

Lower Turkey Run

  • Hill view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A cozy room with a wooden table, a floral sofa, a chair, and a lamp.

Rock Cottage

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Summer House

A cozy living room with a sofa, two armchairs, and a small table. A doorway leads to another room.

Summer House

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Lesterville, Wilderness Lodge is in a rural area and on a private beach. While the natural beauty of Taum Sauk Mountain State Park and Johnson's Shut-ins State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Arcadia Valley Golf Club. Fort Davidson State Historic Site and K Bridge Recreation Area are two other places to visit that come recommended. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, water tubing and rafting adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Lesterville travel guide
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2331 Co Rd 342, Lesterville, MO, 63654

What's nearby

  • A rocky trail surrounded by large boulders and leaf-covered ground.
    Taum Sauk Mountain State Park
    17 min drive - 13.4 km
  • A river flowing through a rocky landscape with dense green forest in the background.
    Johnson's Shut-ins State Park
    21 min drive - 22.5 km
  • A rocky landscape with a stream, trees, and a sunset.
    Mark Twain National Forest
    21 min drive - 22.5 km
  • A large, reddish-brown rock formation with a smooth, rounded surface and a unique, intertwined shape.
    Elephant Rocks State Park
    38 min drive - 55.4 km
  • East Fork Black River
    11 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Arcadia Valley Station
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rio Rata
    10 min drive
  • Lounge at Wilderness Lodge
    9 min drive
  • Dining Room at Wilderness Lodge
    6 min walk
  • The Lazy River Cafe
    10 min drive
  • Black River Family Restaurant
    10 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 travelers may like the hiking/biking, 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/game room.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • A foosball table, table tennis, and outdoor furniture
    • Books, a billiards/pool table, and barbecue grills
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning.
  • More amenities include:
    • Free infant beds and free extra beds
    • Shower/tub combinations and shampoo
    • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping

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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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wilderness Lodge located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly lodge is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Taum Sauk Mountain State Park and 11.4 mi (18.3 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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Reviews

Wilderness Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great food, staff is very friendly and accommodating, clean cabins.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Food and service was excellent, such a peaceful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place. Cabin was very clean, loved the decor and the staff. Food was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff are all terrific!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

The property was dated with some current up grades. Our cabin was good sized with screened in porch but no tv and internet was poor unless you were in the dinning cabin. The food was good. It is a great pl ace to go if you have children. Down side is they have no instructions in writing or on the computer for the times for meals,directions to their private beach . And finding someone in the office who knows anything
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful weekend here! The food was amazing, the staff was kind, and the cabin was wonderful. The mattresses were a little stiff for my taste but not a big deal. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We have been coming to the Wilderness Lodge for years and will continue to come back. Clean cabins, excellent property and staff, and food is great! We always love our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome dinners and breakfasts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff! Nice clean cabins! Food was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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nostalgic place very cool
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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8/10 Good

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The food was great last year, this year had different staff which will hopefully not be there next time. Loved the facility atmosphere, activities available, and look of the property. Did not like Jason, he needs go.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Not to far from STL an easy drive. We did a family trip with Gradparents, nieces, etc... The water on the float was amazingly clear in comparison to other rivers I have been on in Missouri. Although the shortest float was 5 miles or longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Some of our parties mattresses were really old. Mice in room. Things left from Other guests indicates not a thorough cleaning
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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Disliked: Staff & service
The property was nice but extremely expensive for what you get. The food was not great, we didn’t get the lunches as advertised in our booking and they overcharged us for drinks in our incidentals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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8/10 Good

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great location very nostalgic
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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great place

Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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Very Good!

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
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10/10 Excellent

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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