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Wilderness Lodge

3.0 star property
Beachfront lodge in Lesterville with restaurant, bar/lounge
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Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free breakfast
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/games room
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Playground on-site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Arcade/games room
  • BBQ(s)

Room options

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Rock Cottage

Rock Cottage

Highlights

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

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Upper Turkey Run

Upper Turkey Run

Highlights

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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Lower Turkey Run

Lower Turkey Run

Highlights

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 | Living area

Jacks Cabin

Highlights

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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King Hilltop

King Hilltop

Highlights

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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Summer House

Summer House

Highlights

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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Standard Hilltop

Standard Hilltop

Highlights

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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Riverside Suites

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 - 16 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Johnson's Shut-ins State Park - 23 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Elephant Rocks State Park - 46 min drive - 43.5 km
  • K Bridge Recreation Area - 46 min drive - 41.7 km
  • Ozark National Scenic Riverways - 76 min drive - 65.0 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

Enjoy your visit to Lesterville with a stay at Wilderness Lodge. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at The Lodge, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a hot tub are other highlights.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 26 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • 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 time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Restrictions apply*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Mini golf
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Karaoke
  • Pool table
  • Table football
  • Ping pong
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1500 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 14 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1903
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Arcade/games room
  • Hot tub
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Mini fridge

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

The Lodge – Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Gravel Bar – This cocktail bar serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 40 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Wilderness Lodge Lodge
Wilderness Lodge Lesterville
Wilderness Lodge Lodge Lesterville

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Wilderness Lodge?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Wilderness Lodge?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 40 per accommodation, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 40 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Wilderness Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Wilderness Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Wilderness Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as fishing and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes basketball and volleyball. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a private beach and a seasonal outdoor pool. Wilderness Lodge also has an arcade and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Wilderness Lodge?
Yes, The Lodge offers pool views.
What's the area around Wilderness Lodge like?
Wilderness Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Taum Sauk Mountain State Park, which is 16 minutes away by car.

Wilderness Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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 Exceptional

Ian, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kirk, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

nostalgic place very cool
Richard, 3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff are all terrific!
Gary, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Food and service was excellent, such a peaceful place.
Gary, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kristina, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michelle, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jean, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place. Cabin was very clean, loved the decor and the staff. Food was excellent!
Jill, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome dinners and breakfasts!
Joshua, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.....
Nicole, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff! Nice clean cabins! Food was great
Stacy, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Recommend
Nanet, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Sueleal, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

great location very nostalgic
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great place
Amazing
Scott, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

lettie, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
James, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
Lisa, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Last choice resort.
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.
Jerry, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Missouri retreat
The property was well maintained and the staff was friendly and genuine.
Mark T, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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.
2-night family trip
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