Missouri Camping Fee Sparks Outcry | St. Louis News

Missouri’s Conservation Department plans to charge campers five bucks for five days—up to ten people—to fight illegal dumping and long-term stays, but the public is furious. Over 100 comments slammed the fee as unfair, especially to low-income families and seniors, arguing the state should use existing tax dollars for cleanup instead. While a few suggested alternatives like annual passes, officials say they’re reviewing feedback before finalizing the plan, which could roll out in March 2027. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e800224a98b6e998