Well were CRAZY ppl from ne Kansas and
I'm still looking for camp ground in the
Ozarks or Branson area
We also have 6 people and a pop up. When we go we usually stay at
Compton Ridge. Plenty of amenities, very kid friendly and very close to SDC. Another option if you're looking for something a little less expensive is
Indian Point. It's and COE park, so no pool, game room,etc, but there is a swim beach,big water/electric sites, very pretty and very close to SDC. Just about a mile or so on the same road. We have stayed at
The Wilderness which is owned by SDC and has a very nice shuttle to and from the park that runs about every hour or so. We have also stayed at
Table Rock State Park which is very nice, but a bit too far away for us, as well as no designated swim area. Both Compton Ridge and The Wilderness give discounts for SDC season pass holders as well as Good Sam. Both also sell tickets. Compton Ridge has a free shuttle to the park also, but doesn't run quite as often as the one across the road at The Wilderness. Hope this helps.