Rymers Backcountry Camping sits along the Jacks Fork River within Ozark National Scenic Riverways, managed by the National Park Service. Access requires navigating a long, narrow road that reviewers flag as unsuitable for motorhomes over 20 feet or large campers, as there are no turnarounds. The river here runs blue-green and clear, with tall cliffs visible from the water and large rocks reachable by swimming. Cell service is not reliable. Fees run $0 to $5 per night, dropping to free after the October seasonal closure, when solo camping becomes more likely. Toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings are on-site, and pets are welcome. Paddlers and swimmers looking for dog-friendly camping around Ozark National Scenic Riverways will find this a workable base for river-focused time on the water.
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Map & DirectionsRymers Backcountry Camping is located in Missouri near Birch Tree
Coordinates
37.06057272 N
91.55888297 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 55 min from Springfield, MO
- 2 hrs 28 min from Cape Girardeau, MO
- 2 hrs 30 min from Jonesboro, AR
- 2 hrs 45 min from Jefferson City, MO
