Montauk State Park
- Status
- Status not postedOpen 24 hours
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions10-ft leash
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- mostateparks.com(573) 548-2201
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
In Dent County, about 10 miles east of Licking, Montauk State Park covers about 2,127 acres.
The park supports mountain biking, historic sites, fishing, biking, and ranger programs. Camping is available: 4 camping areas, including tent sites. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Open 24 hours | ||
| Campground — Quiet | Daily | 10 p.m. – 6 a.m. | — |
| Office | Mon–Sat | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Mar 1 – Oct 31 |
| Sun | Closed | — | |
| Mon–Fri | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Nov 1 – Feb 28 | |
| Sat–Sun | Closed | — | |
Official wording
Park Grounds: 24 hours a day
Quiet Hours: 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Late arrivals for lodging and camping should remain quiet during check-in after 10 p.m.
Park Office - Montauk, March through October (On-Season): 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday Closed Sunday November through February (Off-Season): 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Closed Saturday and Sunday
2025-2026 State Holidays: On the following days (actual or observed), staff will not be available and park buildings will be closed: Thanksgiving Day; Nov. 28, 2025; Christmas Eve; Christmas Day; New Year’s Eve; New Year’s Day; Martin Luther King Jr. Day; Lincoln’s Birthday; and Washington's Birthday.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Fees and passes
Fees apply to camping, lodging and some tours (e.g. cave tours).
Statewide fee rule from Missouri's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Missouri State Parks reservation system (UseDirect / Tyler, 'ICampMO')
- Phone
- 877-422-6766 (877-ICampMO)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions · leash up to 10 feet
Not allowed in or on: any building that is not part of the cabins for canines program.
We recommend no more than two dogs per campsite. Pets must be supervised and kept on leashes no longer than 10 feet at all times. Pet waste bags are available in most locations. Other than service animals, pets are not allowed inside any building that is not part of the Cabins for Canines program, or in public swimming areas or waters reserved for fishing.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loop 1 Season: Year-round Reservations: Year-round | — | Showers | — |
| Loop 2 Season: Year-round Reservations: Year-round | — | Electric*, Family*Showers | — |
| Loop 3 Season: Year-round Reservations: Year-round | — | Electric*, Family* | — |
| Loop 4 Season: Year-round Reservations: Year-round | — | Electric*, Family*Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
Montauk State Park's campground offers basic and electric campsites. For a little extra space, try one of the park's family campsites.
The park's store carries a variety of camping supplies.
Printable campground maps are available for your reference by clicking on the "Map" links.
Individual Campground Information
CampgroundAvailable DatesShowers/Water AvailableReservationsTypes of Sites
Loop 1 (Map)Year-roundFeb 25-Oct 31Year-roundBasic, Family
Loop 2 (Map)Year-roundFeb 25-Oct 31Year-roundElectric*, Family*
Loop 3 (Map)Year-roundFeb 25-Oct 31Year-roundElectric*, Family*
Loop 4 (Map)Year-roundFeb 25-Oct 31Year-roundElectric*, Family*
Before occupying a reservable site, check with park staff or follow the directions on the camping procedure signs located in the park.
- Electricity and frost-free water spigots are available in the campground year-round.
- Campground guests may purchase firewood from the campground woodlot.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Cabins: 6 units
- Duplex/four-plex units: 24 units
- Motel rooms: 18 units
Extend your stay at Montauk State Park by reserving one of many lodging options. The park offers single, duplex and fourplex, and one-to-three-bedroom cabins; sleeping cabins; and motel rooms. The motel offers 18 comfortable rooms with two double beds, walk-in showers and televisions. The cabins offer a variety of features including kitchens, fireplaces and televisions. Lodging is available year-round. To inquire about availability or reservations, please call 573-548-2434. Reservations are not accepted via email.
For the convenience of park visitors, laundry facilities are available in the campground Feb. 25 through Oct. 31.
Smoking is not allowed inside any lodging unit. Dogs are allowed in cabins 9 and 10 for an additional fee. Dogs are not allowed in any other lodging units at this park. For more information, please visit our Cabins for Canines page or contact the park concessionaire using the information provided below.
Read more from the park
The cabins, motel, dining lodge, store and snack bar are operated by Ortega National Parks. For more information about the concession facilities, please visit their website or call 573-548-2434.
For temporary closures related to weather, stewardship activities and maintenance, as well as temporary trail closures, visit our Park and Site Status Map.
Things to do
FishingCampingBikingMountain bikingHikingRanger and interpretive programsPicnickingHistoric sites and tours
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montauk Lake Trail | — | — | — |
| Paved Bicycle Trail | — | — | — |
| Pine Ridge Trail | — | — | — |
Trail descriptions from the park
Montauk Lake TrailPaved Bicycle TrailPine Ridge Trail
- Trail Map
- Trail Information
- Trail Map
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- Trail Map
- Trail Information
Fishing
Commonly caught fish: trout only
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Restaurant or food service
Camping
- Tent camping
Lodging
- Cabins
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Park Office
The park office is located in the Searcy Building just across from the lodge. One paved accessible parking space is offered and pathways lead to the porch. There, an information board is available for your convenience. Modifications to the office have not yet been made, and some visitors may need assistance when entering the office.
Lodging
Lodge/Motel
Montauk's lodge welcomes you with accessible parking spaces and wide doorways. Inside are a store, a coffee bar, a social area and restaurant. An accessible water fountain and restrooms are available. Two motel units have been constructed to be accessible to all users.
Cabins
Duplex Cabin 11/12 has been modified to be accessible to most users. One side of the duplex has level parking and a patio. The other side has a 5.8% sloped pathway from parking to the patio. Inside, you'll find ample room and accessible bathrooms.
Read more from the park
Fourplex room 26 is accessible. It is two bedrooms with a kitchen and living room, including a fireplace.
Picnic Areas
Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Shelter Day-Use Area
This area has not been modified for accessibility. However, just off the restroom parking lot, beneath a high bluff, is a picnic site modified with a pathway and an extended-end table. An accessible parking space is adjacent to the pathway. This pretty spot overlooks the river.
Playground
An accessible playground is available just across from the CCC shelter area restroom, where accessible parking is offered for your convenience.
Open Shelter Day-Use Area
This lightly wooded area contains accessible parking for two individual picnic sites and a shelter with a group grill and extended-end tables. A flush restroom is immediately adjacent to the shelter, along with a water fountain. These amenities are accessible to all users. The shelter can accommodate up to 70 people and may be reserved.
Historic Mill Building
The mill has not been modified for access due to its historic nature; however, audiotapes of its history and a picture album are available upon request.
Fishing Access
- Starting upstream, the first accessible site is at Montauk Lake. You should stop at the Department of Conservation’s hatchery building to get permission to drive the one-quarter mile to the site. A paved pier extends out into the lake in this 'Catch and Release Only' area. Most of the day, this site would be sunny. The closest accessible restroom and water fountain are located across from the hatchery building.
- The second site is just across from the CCC shelter area restroom, where accessible parking is offered for your convenience. It consists of a level, concrete landing and is quite popular. The site would be sunny much of the day. This area is for artificial lures and natural bait. The closest accessible restrooms are upstream across from the hatchery building, or downstream at the open shelter day-use area.
- The third location is at the ever-popular White Oak Hole. Here, three accessible parking spaces are offered adjacent to a pathway leading down to a level landing. This area allows artificial lures and natural bait. Some users may need assistance negotiating the corners.
Across the parking lot from this access is a sunny picnic site with a pathway, an extended-end table and a pedestal grill. The closest restroom is in the open shelter day-use area.
- Just behind the open shelter day-use area is a fourth site. At this time, access is by going down a service road marked "Authorized Vehicles Only." License plates or tag verifying a disability must be on your vehicle to access this road. Here, a paved path leads to a level platform just above the dam and spillway. This area is for fly-fishing only. This site will be mostly sunny. An accessible restroom and water fountain are found by the shelter.
- The last access is in the campground, where a large platform has been constructed. This area is for artificial lures and natural bait. This site is sunny. A concrete path runs from this platform to a nearby campsite, which is accessible. This path follows the treeline and would be a source of shade. A water fountain is available at this site.
Campground
- The campground is entered by passing the check station, which has drive-up convenience. All sites are in a lightly wooded, level area with one basic and seven electric accessible sites available. One basic and five electric sites are reservable with the rest being first-come, first-served.
- To the right as you enter the campground is the amphitheater. One accessible parking space is offered with a pathway leading to the program area. Here, amongst the trees, the naturalist gives nature programs.
- Just past the amphitheater is the electric area showerhouse. This showerhouse is not considered accessible, although some modifications have been made. Two accessible parking spaces are offered; however, the pathway has a 3-foot-long slope of 9.2% and a 6-foot-long slope of 7.2%. The path is 4 feet wide without handrails. Just in front of the entrance doors is a short slope. Inside, toilets are front-transfer. The showers have a seat and grab-bars. The laundry has top-loading washers and is not considered accessible.
- To the left upon entering the campground is the basic area showerhouse. Here, parking is level with two accessible spaces offered adjacent to a pathway with handrails. Entrance doors have automatic openers, and accessible showers are available. Toilets are front-transfer. The laundry is not considered accessible.
- The firewood shed does not have modifications, and some users may need assistance. The dump station has been modified to current standards.
Montauk State Park
345 County Road 6670
Salem, MO 65560-9025
573-548-2201
1-800-334-6946
1-800-379-2419 TDD
Last updated: May 2022
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 345 County Road 6670
Salem, MO 65560-9025 - Nearest town
- Licking — about 10 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 37.4611, -91.6772
- Phone
- (573) 548-2201
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Missouri State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Quick List of Parks and Historic Sites (HTML) + MoDNR ArcGIS boundary layer for coordinates
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology