Gooseneck/Hawes Backcountry Camping — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

Within the Ozark National Scenic Riverways, Gooseneck/Hawes Backcountry Camping provides primitive camping managed by the National Park Service. This backcountry site requires advance planning, as campers must obtain permits and prepare for basic facilities typical of undeveloped camping areas. The location sits along the Current River corridor, where the waterway creates distinctive geological formations that give the area its name.

Access involves navigating park roads that may require higher-clearance vehicles depending on conditions. Campers should bring all necessary supplies, including water, as backcountry sites lack hookups and developed amenities. For those preferring established facilities, Current River Recreation Area offers a more developed alternative downstream.