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      Camper-submitted photo from Akers Group Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
      Camper-submitted photo from Akers Group Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
      Camper-submitted photo from Akers Group Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
      Camper-submitted photo from Akers Group Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
      Camper-submitted photo from Akers Group Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
      Camper-submitted photo from Akers Group Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

      2. Akers Group Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

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      Jadwin, Missouri

      Overview

      Two of America's clearest spring-fed rivers combine to create the Ozark National Scenic Riverways in the rolling, forested landscape of Akers. Visitors to the campground enjoy various water activities, as well as hiking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing.

      Recreation

      The crystal-clear Current River flows past the campground, offering excellent canoeing, tubing, swimming and fishing. Over 130 miles of waterways exist within the park. Canoe and kayak rentals and outfitters can be found nearby. Several miles of hiking and horseback riding trails crisscross the region, include the Alley Overlook Trail, Chubb Hollow Trail, Ozark Trail, Cave Spring Trail and Big Springs Trail.

      Facilities

      The crystal-clear Current River flows past the campground, offering excellent canoeing, tubing, swimming and fishing. Over 130 miles of waterways exist within the park. Canoe and kayak rentals and outfitters can be found nearby. Several miles of hiking and horseback riding trails crisscross the region, include the Alley Overlook Trail, Chubb Hollow Trail, Ozark Trail, Cave Spring Trail and Big Springs Trail.

      Natural Features

      Known for its caves, springs, sinkholes and losing streams, the Ozark National Scenic Riverways have over 300 identified caves within its boundaries. The caves range in size from a rock overhang to almost seven miles of identified passages. Eight caves, including an open sinkhole, have been designated as outstanding natural features. The Ozark forest is mostly White oak and Shortleaf pine, Missouri's only native pine species. Along the rivers, Sycamores, Cottonwoods, River birch and maples are common. Redbud and dogwood are also abundant, putting on a spectacular show during most spring months.

      contact_info

      This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (573) 323-4236.

      Nearby Attractions

      Scenic Round Spring Cave is nearby, with ranger-guided tours offered daily during summer months. Historic and picturesque Alley Mill and Alley Spring are nearby. The mill is open daily in the summer and ranger-offered tours are available upon request.

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      • Standard (Tent/RV)
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      $25 - $65 / night

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      3. Anutty Farm

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      Edgar Springs, Missouri

      Anutty Farm is a 68 + acre sheep, goat and poultry farm. We have 5 small farm ponds on the property. The property is fenced so you know the boundaries of the farm. We have 68 acres of mostly wooded area we have decided to open for primitive tent and Boondocking type camping. This area is farm country so you won't see a lot of traffic. Hear a lot of noise. or deal with a lot of people. Our camp ground is for those who want peace and quite, maybe a walk in the woods or have sheep and goats or other critters as entertainment. Girl scouts and boy scouts welcome to learn the primitive way of camping. There is water on the property and trash cans.

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      $10 - $20 / night

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        4. Misfit Acres

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        Edgar Springs, Missouri

        We are a 17.5 acre working farm that boasts both pasture, woods, and simple camp sites. With a multitude of farm and wildlife on site we have a unique opportunity to both get back to nature and experience the joys of farm life. If you love nature and animals this is your spot. Baby goats, cows, sheep, pigs, chickens, guinea fowl, ducks and even barn cats roam the premises. Opportunities to feed the animals as well!

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        • Reservable
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        • Firewood Available

        $25 - $50 / night

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        5. Paydown Access

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        Vienna, Missouri

        Visit the Missouri Department of Conservation's website for more information.

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        6. Courtois Creek Dispersed

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        Davisville, Missouri

        This section is the gateway to the Ozarks--starting at Onondaga Cave State Park and winding through the Huzzah State Forest/Conservation Area, opening into the lead district of Missouri and the Mark Twain National Forest, view variegated wildlife, flora, and scenery and end up at Hazel Creek on the south. This 45-mile long section includes 7.5 miles of state land north of the Narrows Trailhead, crosses private land at the Bass Resort, follows the Berryman Trail from about mile 22 through mile 32, and connects to the Trace Creek Section on the south at the Hazel Creek Trailhead. It is part of the over 220 mile continuous through-trail. Use caution after periods of rain as the creek crossings can be hazardous. This section of trail includes springs, creeks and other water locations, as well as some popular places for trailside camping.

        Dispersed camping is the term used for free camping anywhere in the National Forest OUTSIDE of a designated campground. Dispersed camping means there are no toilets, no structures, no trash cans, no treated water, and no fire grates. There are extra responsibilities required for this type of camp. It's a must to educate yourself before you try it, but we hope the adventure of dispersed camping in the Mark Twain National Forest calls to you!

        Pick a Campsite and follow the Leave No Trace Principles Camp 100 feet away from trails and water sources. Treat any water found in the area before consuming it. Human waste (Feces) must be buried at least 6 inches deep and covered. Pack out all of your garbage.

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          Camper-submitted photo from Brazil Creek
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          8. Brazil Creek

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          Potosi, Missouri

          The Brazil Creek Recreation Area serves as a trail camp for the 24-mile Berryman Trail and the 40 mile Courtois Section of the Ozark Trail. The Berryman Trail traverses 24 miles of scenic Ozark countryside starting at the site of a Civilian Conservation Corps camp of 1937 and winding through timbered stands and fields. This section of the Ozark Trail is part of the over 200 mile through-trail. For more information about these sections of trail, visit www.ozarktrail.com . Camping, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding here offer the recreationist a pleasant measure of solitude and quiet.

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          Recent Tent Reviews in Edgar Springs

          421 Reviews of 16 Edgar Springs Campgrounds


          • Chelsea G.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Courtois Creek Dispersed
            Jan. 7, 2025

            Courtois Creek Dispersed

            Heavy on the Hills Have Eyes vibes

            First of all this is way down Berryman Rd. Go look up Michael Berryman (RIP) and his movies, then come back to me.

            Got that picture? Ok great.

            First thing you see when you turn off the highway is a tiny Baptist (first red flag) church and graveyard to set the tone.

            If that doesn't put you off, make sure your car can handle terrain and you can handle your car. This is barely a road. It's a trail of moguls for your tires. Fallen trees and branches that narrow the lane and threaten to scrape the sides of your vehicle. One tree overhead barely cleared my car. Puddles that could be who know how deep or what's in them (I may be the red flag here). You can not turn around anywhere on this road; you have to go to the end where there's a loop or worst case scenario reverse out while ideally not in a state of panic.

            I however as a cultist who worships at the altar of my Subaru's cargo hatch forged ahead because gotta get that creekside spot.

            Anyway I got to the site without popping any tires and half set up before going for a walk. There's not a lot of walkable ground out there, really just the flat ground around the campsites and the road. Road was barely even an option. Water-filled pits made the muddy road difficult to traverse and eventually prevented me from going any further. The brush and reedy grass were too thick to walk through safely to get around, and in places the roadside embankments were too steep and loose to climb up and around puddles.

            I did see a big ol mudbug, which was cool, but it was terribly quiet out there during my short walk. I was glad to get back to my car, where up the low cliff on the opposite side of the creek was a nicer-looking house with the sounds of people hanging out on the deck.

            As night fell and the animal sounds picked up, I decided to sleep in my car instead of the tent. If you're ever out and you hear the animals and insects go silent, and then the next thing you hear is dogs barking, you should also probably sleep in your car.

            After a hot and filling foil wrap dinner, I enjoyed some of the good green, because who doesn't like a sleep aid that also activates the amygdala, especially in these particular conditions. I'm soaking up the stars and the moon and the sound of running water, when suddenly I heard a heavy-bodied splash in the creek right by me.

            And when I tell you I bolted to the car so fast leaving behind a tangled trail of chair, blanket, charger cable, etc

            Because the shore on my side of the creek is flat. Waltz right on up from the creek. Nope not here not me.

            Anyway nothing ended up happening, I slept fine, woke up to a bright sun and beautiful view. I did still get out of there pretty fast.

            ⭐5/7 might go spook myself again

          • JThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Alley Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
            Dec. 26, 2024

            Alley Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

            Very good experience

            Chose this location to be our hub while completing a Missouri springs tour. Visited 8 springs in total. Checked out the camping facilities at every spring that offered camping. All locations looked similar. The grounds were well kept and all the folks working their we’re courteous, knowledgeable, and helpful. Very short drive to get to the spring & mill. Wouldn’t call it a “hike” but a very nice path to take a stroll on a loop at the mill. Highly recommend.

          • EZGO B.
            Camper-submitted photo from Meramec Valley Campground & RV Park
            Dec. 19, 2024

            Meramec Valley Campground & RV Park

            Um, not very good.

            lots of disrepair, expensive for what you actually get, fast moving golf carts and side X sides, Kids driving golf carts, rude employees, filthy, gross bath/locker rooms in the Lodge, derelict campers onsite near the entrance, overflowing, smelly garbage dumpsters near the gate (Like 10 of them), terrible gravel roads with huge potholes and uneven RV sites. Our hookups worked but they were in need of updating, poor wifi signal, and just kind of needs to invest in its infrastructure and appearance. The miniature golf was tore up from neglect and although they have a teen center it was not open which left a lot of teenagers just slumming around out of boredom. Camp sites all had firepits that were decent and the fishing lake was beautiful. Could be a really nice park if the investment was made.

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            Camper-submitted photo from Alley Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
            Nov. 4, 2024

            Alley Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

            Small sites with little privacy - campground fine, but not great

            I'd seen a lot of great reviews for this campground, so I had high expectations when we arrived for a night in early November. We reserved a spot in the 900 loop, just to be safe - a few of the camping loops allow reservations, and the rest are walk in. The loop was very open, spaces all fully visible to each other. The bathrooms were locked for the season after 10/15. 

            Since things were pretty empty, we moved to the 500 loop, which was more tree covered, near the river, and next to the shower house, which was the one park bath open for the winter. Bathrooms and showers were clean, though no camp host was present the night we stayed. 

            We were the only people on the 500 loop, so it was fine, but again - sites VERY close together. Some picnic tables were less than 20 feet apart. The 600 loop was the only heavily occupied loop when were there, filled with campers, presumably because of the electric access. 

            This is a NPS campground, so its amenities tend to be fewer than many MO state parks. I have other parks in this area that have more scenic and private tent camping. Just on the other side of the river is the Alley spring and mill, which are lovely - and ironically, some of the picnic sites are more spacious than these tent sites. I wish we could camp on that side!

          • JThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Brazil Creek Camping Area
            Nov. 3, 2024

            Brazil Creek Camping Area

            Great Little Rest Stop

            Very nice free camp ground that is suitable for any type of camping.

            The Ranger, who was very nice, had good service with AT&T, I had TMobile at my campsite with a booster.

            Miles and miles of trails for Mountain Biking, horse riding or just hiking, and you can ride your ATV on the roads but you need an orange triangle.

            Well worth the 20 to 30 minute trip off the highway.

          • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Round Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
            Sep. 27, 2024

            Round Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

            Great location for exploring

            Round Springs is a National Park campground. It’s about 12 miles north if Eminence MO on the Current River. There are only 50 sites, some have electricity. Most of the campsites are scattered along the road with lots of trees and privacy. The electric sites are in the center of the campground on the road with no shade. There are few walk in sites near the river. There is a shower and dump station.

          • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Alley Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
            Sep. 27, 2024

            Alley Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

            Beautiful spot on the Jacks Fork Tiver

            Alley Springs is a Natural Park campground. It’s located right on the Jacks Fork River just a few miles west of Eminence MO. The highway to get here is narrow, winding, and hilly! But it’s worth the trip.

            There are 260 campsites some have electricity. Also a dump station. Sites are level, with shade. The campground is located on the flood plane, heavy rain may cause flooding and evacuation!

          • Justine S.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Candy Cane RV Park & Campground
            Sep. 23, 2024

            Candy Cane RV Park & Campground

            Adorable campground

            We found this place after hours and Shirley still answered the phone and had a spot for us. Both Shirley and Kevin were super nice. The campground is unique and adorable. Very cute and clean bathrooms, plenty of toilets and shower space. It seems like they are doing some updating of things so that's why the 4 stars, once they finish their updates I'm positive it will be 5 star worthy.

          • K
            Camper-submitted photo from Onondaga Cave State Park Campground
            Sep. 17, 2024

            Onondaga Cave State Park Campground

            Clean and quiet park

            We stayed one night on our way through Missouri. It’s only about ten minutes south of I-44. The campground was only about half full, so it was nice and quiet. All sites have a concrete pad for the RV and for the picnic table. Includes water and electric. Playground, laundry room, and dump station. Hiking trails available from the campground and cave tours on weekends. We stayed at site #65 which is close to the entrance/restrooms and has no campsite on either side.

          • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Timbuktu Campground — Echo Bluff State Park
            Sep. 14, 2024

            Timbuktu Campground — Echo Bluff State Park

            Everything I hate in a campground

            I’ve been coming to the Current River area for over 60 years, before the National Scenic Riverways, when Round Springs, Alley Springs, Big Springs, and Montauk were all state parks. They were great places for camping, swimming in the Current River, and canoeing. This new State Park at Echo Bluff is everything I would eliminate from a campground. Sites are packed close together, everything is concrete. No privacy, no shade , no natural beauty. A big modern lodge, cabins and townhouses. I made reservations for two weeks expecting a state park experience. Sorely disappointed! We left early. The staff mostly didn’t bother us. But we watched the cop that sat along the road partway down a steep hill almost every day and gave out tickets for exceeding the 20 mph limit. Showers/bathrooms were new, but not centrally located. Probably would not go back.

          • DThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Montauk State Park Campground
            Sep. 13, 2024

            Montauk State Park Campground

            Not just for fishing

            Well kept state park and trout hatchery. Recently upgraded electric in campground 4, which was nice. Each campground has its own host, which is great when you need it. I hung out with friends in a basic group site, too, and there was plenty of room and a nice setting (site 116). Food at the lodge was better than anticipated and friends in the cabins had no major complaints either.

          • Aaron R.
            Camper-submitted photo from Lake of the Ozarks Recreation Area
            Sep. 4, 2024

            Lake of the Ozarks Recreation Area

            Very quiet, very pretty, several issues.

            Asked for a lake view cabin. We were the only ones here since it was a weekday after labor day so all cabins were open. I go to check in and it's a long sidewalk between narrow rails. Not at all easy if you are disabled and with my COPD, I had to stop several times. 

            I get cabin 6. If you go here DO NOT GET CABIN 6. It's the only one you can't park in front of as it's down the side of a hill. You must traverse several levels of steps down a steep grade. The office hours are over by now so I hauled what we needed down. 

            The lake view was somewhere past the forest so I'll take their word on that.

            The refrigerator was filthy and we had no hot water. Since it was after hours all we could do is clean the fridge, make supper and wait till 9 in the morning to call maintenance. 

            Maintenance arrives and determine the elements are bad. At about 10:30am they started working. Spent most of our only full day watching them fix the water heater. The maintenance guys were very nice but I'm not leaving my stuff with strangers. 

            So basically, I spent $200 to sit on a deck with acorns falling on us or on the world's most uncomfortable couch as they worked on getting me hot water. Early morning fishing was shot.

            They did say we could now switch cabins but I would need to move our stuff back up Mt Fk-That just to move it again into the new cabin, then back out again tomorrow. 

            It is a lovely area and the people are friendly but they need to do better. Also, warn people that cabin 6 is more cliff side than lake side.

          • AThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Onondaga Cave State Park Campground
            Aug. 24, 2024

            Onondaga Cave State Park Campground

            Great campground. Great cave. Fun river. Avoid campsite 65

            We stayed one night in campsite 65. Onondaga Cave is amazing with the new lighting; it just reopened July 4, 2024. The river is still fantastic fun, especially for our grandkids ages 9 and 12.

            Avoid campsite 65 when it rains. We had over an inch of standing water on the concrete pad when we arrived. 18 hours after it stopped raining, we still had some water on the concrete pad.

            Other than the water, Onondaga Cave SP has been one of my favorite places to camp in Missouri for more than 20 years.

          • Bj M.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Berryman Trail & Campgrounds - Mark Twain National Forest
            Aug. 10, 2024

            Berryman Trail & Campgrounds - Mark Twain National Forest

            My second stay at Berryman

            I like that quite surroundings. But as a July 1 2024 they started cutting the timber. An they are going to a paid camping area. They have fire rings, tables and blacktop parking spots.
            It's a shame it's going to cost to be here.

          • Joseph A.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Huzzah Valley Resort
            Aug. 7, 2024

            Huzzah Valley Resort

            Camping at the zoo

            If it's your birthday or a bachelor/Bachelorette party, this is your place. They have a family side and a party side (the zoo). Don't expect to get much rest in the zoo. There are plenty of campsites to enjoy. Reserve yours early they fill up fast in the summer. Huzzah Valley is the know party camp ground if you live in the Saint Louis metropolitan area

          • Allie A.
            Camper-submitted photo from Huzzah Valley Resort
            Jul. 29, 2024

            Huzzah Valley Resort

            Weekend away

            We took a couples float during the week to get away from our busy lives and relax. The huzzah resort is always top notch. Very clean(except the port-potties), great amenities and if you forget something you can always get it at the shop! The river was perfect and we practically had the place to ourselves with only one other tent in view! Not to bad for a Week day camp trip!

          • Allie A.
            Camper-submitted photo from Boiling Springs Campground
            Jul. 29, 2024

            Boiling Springs Campground

            Pretty weekend

            This camp ground is a little hidden gem and so pretty! It has running water bathroom and showers! They are so kind and aware. They make shuttling your personal watercraft SO easy! This camp are is very clean and family friendly! The river was pretty!

          • Taryn S.
            Camper-submitted photo from Indian Springs Resort and Campground
            Jul. 25, 2024

            Indian Springs Resort and Campground

            Family-oriented, ideal for Meramec float trips

            We typically prefer more dispersed-style camping, but this has actually become one of our favorite established sites in the Ozarks. It's VERY family-oriented (probably not for you if you want to party), with tons of games like volleyball and horseshoes, plus onsite programs and activities including scavenger hunts, movie nights, pancake breakfasts, etc. 

            A little of everything when it comes to sites - there are pull-thru sites, full hookups, basic tent sites, you name it. We tent camped in sites 61-64 (now one huge site, but at one time they were three individual), which directly overlooks the river and sits on a very private corner. The sites on this end are a bit of a walk to the bathrooms/showers and camp store, but also extremely spacious and private. 

            Great camp store and a large sandy beach with natural swimming holes, plus a seasonal pool. There's even so-so wifi at the store.

            Float trips are a big deal here, and Indian Springs offers both boat rentals and shuttle services. We used their shuttling one day, then the second day, I drove my husband up to the put-in (less than 10 mins) and he floated back and took out here. The owners are really friendly and accommodating. Our top choice for float/camp trips, especially when we have our kiddos.

          • Nick W.
            Camper-submitted photo from Maramec Spring Park
            Jul. 22, 2024

            Maramec Spring Park

            Great state like park

            Fun trails and fishing from a fresh spring. Great and clean shower house. Well taken care of.

          • AThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Hazel Creek Campground
            Jul. 8, 2024

            Hazel Creek Campground

            Spacious and Beautiful

            We spent a one night get-away at Hazel Creek with our 30 foot travel trailer. The gravel road into the campground was no problem for a pickup with a trailer. It would be fine for a passenger car, too.

            The campsites are large. Several back up to the creek, which is shallow and pretty. The rest are scattered through the wooded campground. Come for the scenery and the hiking. You won't be disappointed.

            There are no amenities other than fire rings, picnic tables, and food posts. There is no cell phone coverage. Follow the USFS directions, not Google Maps. That will put you on good paved roads.

          • Kelsey S.
            Camper-submitted photo from Maramec Spring Park
            Jun. 14, 2024

            Maramec Spring Park

            Wonderful spot!

            We stayed for 1 night, great trails to walk around, don’t forget bug spray! Good lookouts you can walk to as well. We didn’t do any fishing but saw plenty of people out enjoying the day!

          • Allie A.
            Camper-submitted photo from Huzzah Valley Resort
            May. 28, 2024

            Huzzah Valley Resort

            Memorial Day -Camping Trip

            Such a pretty camping sesh. Love this campground and its aminities it’s always cleaner and organized.

          • M
            Camper-submitted photo from Alley Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
            May. 27, 2024

            Alley Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

            Needs tent pads

            Pretty campground with river access and accessible restrooms. Showers were a little far from our loop. I wish the sites had tent pads as it was hard to find a flat spot to place the tent and several holes in the terrain. There is NO cell signal, so I highly recommend you take a weather radio. I wish we had.

          • Gwenn W.
            Camper-submitted photo from Red Bluff Campground
            May. 26, 2024

            Red Bluff Campground

            Not What it Was

            If you’ve been coming to this campground for decades as my family has, prepare yourself. They’ve taken this hidden gem abounding with rustic, quiet character and turned it into a busy RV park. Most spots are not ideal for tent camping. The beaches are too small to accommodate the number of people now coming in. It’s just heartbreaking. It’s our ancestral home and we just don’t know if we can handle going back. The whole vibe is drastically different. It’s looks like every other RV park out there. It used to be a short walk to get to the water. Not anymore. They also got rid of the picnic area close to the water. It was extremely inconvenient getting my elderly mother down to the water (and then finding a beach spot on our side of the creek was impossible).

          • Lea B.
            Camper-submitted photo from Round Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
            May. 19, 2024

            Round Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

            Choose Tent Site Carefully

            Positives: Tranquil little campground with beautiful spring and cave. Quiet, shady, has two points of river access, group sites, and steaming hot showers.  Close to Echo Bluff State Park, Current River State Park, and Eminence, MO.  

            Negatives:  Test sites are hit or miss. Sites 1-18 are fairly small and not very level. Sites 19-29 have larger, more level areas. 30-39 are kind of mixed.  Many sites have steps up of down to the site from the road.  There is no cell service available, so make sure you have made reservations before you get here. Closest cell service is up the road at Echo Bluff State Park. 

            Other info: You may get lucky and see otters on your way to the spring, or some of the wild horses in the area. Go in the early morning to the spring trail to watch the mist roll off the water and enjoy the wildlife - so otherworldly. 

            Cave tours are available June - Oct., but even if you visit is outside of this window, the walk to the cave is kind of magical.  

            If you walk to the spring overlook, you'll also encounter a portion of the Ozark Trail. About a half a mile down the Ozark Trail you can cross the Current River on a pedestrian bridge which is a pretty cool experience.  

            Bathrooms available on the upper camping loop, but the showers are located on the bottom loop (three family style showers).  Fantastic water pressure. 

            Host was friendly even when he had to tell us we couldn't hang hammocks in National Park campgrounds. 

            While you're there drive down to Alley Spring for a nice hike, another beautiful spring and historic mill, and at the camp store you can get a National Parks Passport stamp (located in the screened in porch) for the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. 

            We stayed in site 13 which is located directly behind the bathrooms. Good if you have to go all the time, bad if you don't like to hear loud toilet flushes.  Very shady site.

          • Trenton D.
            Camper-submitted photo from Boiling Springs Campground
            May. 15, 2024

            Boiling Springs Campground

            Nice area

            My family used to stay here every year. Owners are just not very friendly. You get told 2 different prices over the phone compared to when you get there. Overall is a nice camp ground pretty quiet. Pretty river.


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          Guide to Edgar Springs

          Discover the beauty of tent camping near Edgar Springs, Missouri, where nature enthusiasts can immerse themselves in serene landscapes and outdoor adventures.

          Tent campers should check out Cedar Grove/Dee Murray Backcountry Camping

          • This spot offers a primitive camping experience along the Ozark National Scenic Riverway, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle.
          • With access to the river, it's an ideal location for wading and trout fishing, making it a favorite among anglers.
          • The campground allows pets, so you can bring your furry friends along for the adventure.

          Tent campers appreciate these amenities at Akers Group Campground

          • Enjoy the convenience of drinking water and picnic tables, making your camping experience more comfortable.
          • Fires are allowed, so you can gather around the campfire for stories and s'mores after a day of exploring.
          • The site is reservable, ensuring you have a guaranteed spot for your group camping trip.

          Tent campers like these nearby activities at Brazil Creek

          • Located along the Berryman Trail, this site is perfect for backpackers looking for a scenic resting point.
          • The nearby creek provides a refreshing spot to cool off, ideal for dipping your feet after a long hike.
          • With ample space for multiple campers, it's a great choice for those seeking a more secluded camping experience.

          Frequently Asked Questions

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            According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Edgar Springs, MO is Cedar Grove/Dee Murray Backcountry Camping — Ozark National Scenic Riverway with a 4.5-star rating from 2 reviews.

          • What is the best site to find tent camping near Edgar Springs, MO?

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