ozark | MO | Find park - Future Camping

Sunset picture with high vantage point overlooking river with fall colors and sun setting in distanc

Ozark National Scenic Riverways has some spectacular scenery.

A rocky "shut-in" with a modest waterfall.

Rocky Falls is a popular picnic area and swimming hole located near the center of Ozark National Scenic Riverways.

A woman paddles down a river while wearing a personal flotation device.

Floating the Current and Jacks Fork Rivers is the perfect way to enjoy the Ozarks, no matter the season.

fall colors on leaves of trees surrounding a creek with an old wooden mill on the right

Klepzig Mill is a little off the beaten path but worth the trip.

a red mill with snow on roof with a stream emanating from it.

Alley Mill is a popular destination.

brown rocks with water flowing over like a waterfall

Klepzig Mill has a series of shut-ins along the creek

A sunrise photo with blue turbulent water and a algae colored rock with trees overhanging

Big Spring produces more than 250 million gallons of water per day.

looking down through large brown/grey/purple boulders with creek in middle and forest in distance

Prairie Hollow Gorge is located near the Two Rivers junction, off State Route V.

A canoe floats down a river surrounded in fall color.

The Current River is one of the finest recreational rivers in the entire country.

A red canoe on gravel bar with clear blue stream behind and green forest

The clear water of the Current River is perfect for floating.

The Current River is one of the finest recreational rivers in the entire country.

Physical Address:

Multiple locations - Alley Spring Visitor Center: 12185 Alley Hollow Road, Eminence, MO 65466

Big Spring Entrance Station: Hwy 103, Van Buren, MO 63965

Van Buren, MO 63965

Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 490

Van Buren, MO 63965

contact-details

Phone Number: (573) 323-4236 Voice
Phone Number: (573) 323-8010 Fax

Email Address: ozar_interpretation@nps.gov
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Fees

Entrance Fees

Entrance Passes

Ozark National Scenic Riverways is the first national park area to protect a river system. The Current and Jacks Fork rivers are two of the finest floating rivers found anywhere. Spring-fed, cold and clear: they are a delight to canoe, swim, boat, or fish. Besides these two famous rivers, the park is home to hundreds of freshwater springs, caves, trails, and historic sites such as Alley Mill.

park designation:National Scenic Riverways

Directions:

Visitor centers can be found at the following locations: Big Spring Entrance Station - 3 miles south of Van Buren on Highway 103 Alley Mill & Store - 12185 Alley Hollow Road Round Spring Ranger Station - 13209 Round Spring Campground Rd Administrative offices for Ozark National Scenic Riverways are located at 404 Watercress Drive, Van Buren, MO 63965. This location does not offer a visitor center - tourists should instead go to the Big Spring Entrance Station.

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Directions

Operating Hours:

Ozark National Scenic Riverways

Generally, the park grounds are open 24-hours a day throughout the year. Some visitor centers will have different hours depending on season and staff availability. Likewise, certain roads, trails, or river access points may be seasonally closed.

Weather Information:

Ozark National Scenic Riverways is located in southeastern Missouri. Summer temperatures generally range from 75-100 degrees (°F) with high humidity. Winter temperatures generally range from 0-50 (°F) degrees with periods of intermittent freezing and snow. Periods of excessive heat are typical in summer, while heavy rains or flooding can occur throughout the year. Be sure to plan accordingly when camping, hiking, or floating.