Best RV Parks & Resorts near Ozark National Scenic Riverways in Missouri

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    Chasing the S.'s photo of rv camping at Big Creek RV Park near Annapolis, MO
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    Camper-submitted photo at Big Creek RV Park near Annapolis, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at Big Creek RV Park near Annapolis, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at Big Creek RV Park near Annapolis, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at Big Creek RV Park near Annapolis, MO

    1. Big Creek RV Park

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    Annapolis, Missouri

    Our 65 big-rig friendly sites sit on 37 acres in the middle of the scenic Ozark Mountains along the banks of Big Creek. All sites have 30- and 50-amp electric, water, sewer, and cable TV hookups, with free wi-fi throughout the park. Enjoy wading, fishing, and relaxing in the creek, take a swim in the pool, or take the kids to visit our large playground. Other activities include horseshoes, volleyball, mining sluice, arcade, giant checkers, beanbags, and wiffle ball. We also have modern, private shower suites that are wheelchair accessible. We fill propane on site, and have a 24-hour coin laundry. Nearby attractions include Johnson’s Shut-Ins, Elephant Rocks, Black River, Clearwater Lake, and Crane Lake—just to name a few. Visit www.bigcreekrvpark.com or call us at 573-598-1064 for info!

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    • Reservable
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    Reta G.'s photo of rv camping at Fourche Creek Rv Park and Riding Trails near Doniphan, MO
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    2. Fourche Creek Rv Park and Riding Trails

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    Doniphan, Missouri

    We are a family owned and operated rv park and horse camp/ riding trails location. We offer an all grass park surrounded on 3 sides by the gorgeous Mark Twain National Forest . Our spots are spacious and have electric/ water hookup at more then 50 spots. Dump station is available on site by exit. Two shower houses are available to paying guests and have flush toilets and hot showers. Horse stalls are available to rent for overnight guests and trails can be accessed through the back gate. Two fishing ponds are available for guest use. We are horse and dog friendly( rules apply)

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    $40 - $60 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Riverview Cabins and Campground near Mammoth Spring, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Riverview Cabins and Campground near Mammoth Spring, AR
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    3. Riverview Cabins and Campground

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    Mammoth Spring, Arkansas

    5 one bedroom cabins with two Twin over Queen bunk beds, 1 one bedroom cabins with Queen bed. Cabins have kitchen, living room, bathroom, and deck overlooking the Warm Fork River, Mammoth Spring State Park, and National Fish Hatchery.

    RV Park with 18 full hook-up sites, a few are pull-through and big enough for large rigs, numerous places for tent or self-contained camping, dump station, club house with showers, flush toilets, laundry facilities, and tables for board games.

    1 mile walking trail with covered bridge. Trail to river for fishing. Covered picnic tables and pavilions.

    More amenities, site improvements, and activities coming in 2024!!

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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $20 - $120 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Ozarks Mountain Springs RV Park near Willow Springs, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at Ozarks Mountain Springs RV Park near Willow Springs, MO

    4. Ozarks Mountain Springs RV Park

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    Willow Springs, Missouri
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    B M.'s photo of rv camping at Chipmunk Crossing RV Park near West Plains, MO
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    5. Chipmunk Crossing RV Park

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    West Plains, Missouri
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    Camper-submitted photo at Mammoth Spring RV Park & Cabins near Mammoth Spring, AR
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    6. Mammoth Spring RV Park & Cabins

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    Mammoth Spring, Arkansas

    Located on the shores of cool, flowing waters of the Spring River in a small community in the northeast section of Arkansas. Ideal for trout fishing and year-around floating. Mammoth Spring RV Park is a Campground, RV Park and Cabin Rentals. Bathhouse with Hot Water and Flush Toilet, Dumpster, small bait and camp store. Dog Friendly Park. Every Spot Is Steps From The Famous Spring River.

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    7. Road Runner RV Park

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    Pomona, Missouri
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    Camper-submitted photo at Big Spring RV Camp near Van Buren, MO

    8. Big Spring RV Camp

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    Van Buren, Missouri
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    10. Jewells RV Park

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    Mammoth Spring, Arkansas

    2024 UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT - IMPROVEMENTS COMING SOON!

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    $20 - $50 / night

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Recent RV Reviews near Ozark National Scenic Riverways

470 Reviews of 92 Ozark National Scenic Riverways Campgrounds


  • Shona H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Bluff Campground
    Sep. 17, 2018

    Red Bluff Campground

    Small and Inviting, Peaceful

    Smaller campsite located in Mark Twain National Forest. RV hook ups and tent sites. Views in the bluff area or stay across from Huzzah Creek for easy access to swimming.

  • Shona H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pulltite Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
    Sep. 17, 2018

    Pulltite Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

    Popular Campground

    This is a very popular campground during the “in-season”. Limited spots that can’t be reserved, and many that can. Tent spaces, RV hook-ups ans group spots. Many people who canoe the Current River stay here. Good, clean restrooms with separate shower stalls. Nightly fun activities, close to many different hiking trails, and an on-site general store.

  • J K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Timbuktu Campground — Echo Bluff State Park
    Aug. 6, 2019

    Timbuktu Campground — Echo Bluff State Park

    Missouri’s newest state park has it all!

    This place literally has everything you can want from walk in tent sites to an entire lodge with all the amenities. Campsites are all well manicured and offer everything from basic sites to full RV hook ups. The only negative is that we have experienced are that you need to reserve your side months in advance because this campground is so popular. And the only other negative is that all of the campsites are out in the open with no shade. But other than that it’s easy to see why the state park is a perfect representation of how much pride Missouri takes in its conservation and park system.

  • Alana R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Road Runner RV Park
    Jun. 12, 2022

    Road Runner RV Park

    Nice overnight

    We reserved a pull thru for an overnight stay between Memphis and Springfield, MO. This was right on the highway, but no road noise. Check in was super easy, full hook ups and easy in and out. Looks like they changed the name to Silver Springs RV park. Enjoyed the pool.

  • Danielle Y.
    Camper-submitted photo from Alley Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
    Aug. 9, 2018

    Alley Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

    Simple and spacious!

    This campground is very large thus always having availability for tent camping! They have ranger presentations on weekend evenings about the local wildlife and rivers and springs-Jacks Fork & Current River that are very informative! Great place to bring family and an equally reasonable price!! Offers group camping too! Harvey Kayak and Canoe rentals is right around the corner and will pick you up right at your campsite! I highly recommend this campground. They also have RV hookups and a private beach!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Road Runner RV Park
    Jun. 1, 2020

    Road Runner RV Park

    Nicely spaced and clean campground

    We stayed at this campground 1 night on our way between COVID-19 quarantine locations.  We found the park easy to navigate (no tight turns).  Large semi paved spaces (I say semi paved because the concrete pads were crumbling at least in our spot).  Good separation between sites with picnic tables, no shade but they do have a dog park.  Hookups were easy to reach and appeared to be in good repair.  Decent water pressure.  Many of the spaces were permanent campers or long term workers but it felt safe and appeared well maintained.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ozark Riverfront Campground
    Oct. 31, 2018

    Ozark Riverfront Campground

    Aqua central!

    Van Buren, MO is in the midst of to the Ozark National Scenic Riverway. This whole area is party central for water lovers that spend their vacation time either motoring, floating or sitting along the Current River and the several natural springs that feed into it. 

    Big Spring State Park is nearby with plenty of camping options. The campground is still under renovation due to the 2017 flood. There is a showerhouse used by all that is a bit cryptic and bug infested. There is one flush toilet in the first campground loop, the other two loops have porta pots. Picnic table, fire ring and lantern hook on semi-private, mostly level sites. Some have more shade then others. Also a group site is available. 

    Skyline Drive is the scenic roadway through the Mark Twain National Forest in this area of the state. There are several areas that people camp on the Current River sand bars. If your looking to commune with nature it is possible even with the crowd, they stick mostly to the river.

    Eminence, MO is the crossroads to several of the springs and Current River areas. Food , fuel and shopping.

    Definitely a destination camping area.

  • Paul K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Webb Creek Park
    May. 7, 2021

    Webb Creek Park

    Quite, older campground, lots of shade

    Nice quite campground

    No full hook ups available, Elec only

    older campground, very tight and some sites are uneven

    does have dump station, showers, boat ramp, playground and a swimming area.

  • G
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenville - Lake Wappapello
    Nov. 5, 2021

    Greenville - Lake Wappapello

    Greenville Recreation Area COE

    A great COE Park with full hook ups. With the Geezer pass$12.00 a night. All sites are nice& level with asphalt drives& concrete pads or patio area. Large patio area about 10 x 30' with fire pit& lantern pole. Great ATT& good Verizon. No OTA TV. Sites are well spaced and mostly sunny, with some shaded. A newer shower house in one loop& clean pit toilets throughout the rest. Park was relatively busy for the first week in November with rigs coming& going each day. This was Sunday thru Wednesday. Park was at about 1/3 to 1/2 capacity. The newer, larger loop was more crowded because that is where the shower house is. Great historic town with nice bike/walking paths through the level park on the St. Francios River. We were camped close to the historic cemetery, site#11. We camped at Greenville Recreation Area in a Motorhome.

  • Lizz G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Twin Rivers Landing
    Jul. 14, 2018

    Twin Rivers Landing

    Clean, quiet, well kept, friendly

    Large primitive sites with plenty of space and access to community water pump in each area. Full RV hookup sites with room for tent camping friends. Trash pickup. Bathrooms within walking distance, that are CLEAN, critter free, and well kept. Access to shower house near the main entrance. Laundry on site as well!

    The site we stayed at was a premium tent/basic RV slot, so essentially we had access to an electrical outlet and our own water. The site was huge, plenty of space for our two tents, a pop up, and our "camp kitchen". Each site has a pretty well kept up picnic table and fire ring with cowboy stove (grate that flips over the fire..does the rest of the country use that phrase, too?)

    We came in on a Thursday evening and had no issues checking in and getting settled. We floated the Black River Friday through the campground, and had a blast. Our 6 man raft was in great condition and we had no problems with pick up at the put out. Our bus driver was a magician, getting us back in record time. We camped for three nights. Quiet time beginning at 11pm didn't need enforcing, everyone was pleasant and friendly. The staff was phenomenal.

    We are already planning our next trip out and cant wait to bring the kids!

  • 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.

  • J K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park
    Aug. 4, 2019

    Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park

    One of our favorite places!

    This has long been one of our favorite places to go as a family. The campground itself is perfect for families with lots of activities, especially during the summer months. Everything from walk in tent sites to full hook ups and even a few cabins. Book far in advance though! The Shut Ins themself are up the road from the actual campground and require a good hike back to actually get to the water. It’s all flat but you’ll still want to travel light. While the water area itself is beautiful you do need to be extremely careful. Especially with little ones. There are areas up top that you can hang out with children and let them swim without issue. But the shut ins themselves need to be navigated with caution. Overall this is one of our favorite parks in the state with plenty of fun for everyone!

  • Malik H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Scotia Pond 4x4 Dispersed Site
    Mar. 7, 2024

    Little Scotia Pond 4x4 Dispersed Site

    Great “off the pavement” spot

    Although the old rv park across the water is nice and level, we ended up wanting to be closer to the water and there happened to be a trail. Easy to get in but could be tricky for a small car to get out (boulders, trees, incline and possible rain/mud) 4x4 recommend. Great spot right next to the dam. Very quiet. Lots of beavers in the pond. Fire wood is abundant. A few fire rings in place at location.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
    Oct. 24, 2018

    Big Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

    Needs some State government love

    For Labor Day we stayed at Big Spring State Park CG, near Van Buren, Missouri which is part of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. 

    We arrived Friday afternoon and set up camp in the 100 loop, which are primitive campsites with fire ring, picnic table and lantern hook. Nice shady outer ring with plenty of room to set up your area. The inner ring is less private and lacking in shade. There are trails from the back sites to the river and the wading/swimming was nice. Where your hiking shoes to get there, and pack your water shoes you’ll probably want them for the rocky river bottom. 

     In May 2017 the area had major flooding. ( A Park Ranger put on a very informative slide show about it Friday evening) The park is still in the process of rebuilding many of its structures. That being said there are porta pots in two of the campground loops and some of the trails are closed still. The actual showerhouse was extremely busy and not well maintained. Spiders galore, three claustrophobic shower stalls (one was inoperable) with questionable cleanliness and the configuration is just weird. I’ve said it before , it’s unfortunate that the state does not keep these awesome areas maintained. 

    The campground was full but we still had privacy and the noise was never intrusive on our activities. 

    Big Spring is pretty awesome. There is a trail that circles up around the spring to the far side and several areas to take pictures from. It’s worth the visit to see the spring. We will visit again but I think I will take my field shower!

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Alley Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway
    Oct. 31, 2018

    Alley Spring Campground — Ozark National Scenic Riverway

    The past and the present

    Alley Spring near Eminence, in the Ozark National Scenic Riverways of MO is in my opinion one of the best areas in this region.

    There was a flood in 2017 which is a good and bad thing. Unfortunately MO has cut funding to the parks so prior to the flood the maintenance had dropped off considerably, many facilities had been closed and are no longer used due to the neglect. Since the flood there has been and is a lot of renovations going on. It’s not there yet. Some areas are still closed.

    Alley Spring is somewhere in the midst of renovation. Still excellent area to camp in with mostly private sites. There are a few that aren’t so great but if you reserve ahead and stay out of the inner area you should be pretty happy with your location.

    The nearby rental place for the river will come to you for pickup, there are some nice trails to explore and supposedly wild horses in the area. I’ve not seen them yet.

    The spring is beautiful! Tranquility comes to mind when you see it. The trail that climbs above the spring to the overlook is moderate and unfortunately the overlook itself is damaged so you don’t get quite the same view as before. The trail also meanders around the mill and spring, if your lucky you will see the adorable muskrat that resides in the area.

    There are pavilions for get together sand a small store with interesting things to see and a cold drink at the end of your journey.

  • 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).

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Montauk State Park Campground
    May. 22, 2021

    Montauk State Park Campground

    An absolute favorite RV Park

    My husband has been going to Montauk for over 40 years. He taught me to trout fish here. We both love to come back year after year. This is not only one of the most beautiful RV parks I’ve ever been to, but one of the friendliest all around !

  • Kaleah K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Current River Campground
    Jul. 17, 2022

    Current River Campground

    Not particularly worth it.

    Location is great. The campground is on the basic side, with gravel and dirt everywhere. Not an issue, if that's what you're expecting.

    We were in site 45 and our friends in site 46. These are both 30 amp sites, no sewer, and we both have 50 amp service. This shouldn't be a problem, assuming we're pulling less than 30 amps. With 1 AC running, were only pulling less than 15 amps, but still having multiple electrical issues the whole weekend. Both sites ended up having to run our generators most of the time we were here. The staff did come out and take a look at the pedestals, and even replaced the breaker on ours. We were told that because we were at the end of the line, and we had big rigs, that it was causing issues. However, it shouldn't be causing an issue if we weren't pulling more than 30 amps, which we weren't. (On a normal 30 amp service, our rig will run 2 ac units without issue.) Multiple times, we were receiving less than 100 volts, which shut our Bulldog EPO off.

    We went to check at the office as we left for the dump station location. I was told that they could dump for you for $20 or, you could back into a full hook up site and dump for a $5 fee. We have been full time since November and this is the 1st time I've encountered needing to pay to dump when full hokkups weren't available. I double checked the website and couldn't find anything that mentioned a fee to dump.

    The staff did credit us 1 night stay and we didn't end up having to pay to dump.

    Long story short, definitely paid for the location to the river. We backed up onto the water and let down our ramp/patio for a nice view.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mark Twain National Forest Watercress Recreation Area
    Jul. 12, 2021

    Mark Twain National Forest Watercress Recreation Area

    Same - Same Watercress

    Watercress and this campground is the same.  Mark Twain National Forest in Van Buren, Missouri along the Ozark National Scenic Riverway. During the 2017 flood there was some damage to a group shelter so be careful walking. The ground is uneven and there are a lot of blocks. Watercress sits along side the Current River and the river is a beautiful emerald green where you can see the bottom. The river is prime float territory whether it be by kayak, boat, tubes, just whatever. On the weekend it will be very busy so prepare for full parking spots. What better way to see an untouched landscape as you float along the river. No need to paddle the river does all the work. 

    First getting to the Watercress was a bit confusing to us. We drove pass the Forest sign and had to come back and start over. On Highway 60 turn onto Business 60 through Van Buren. When you see the National Park Service sign on the left had side of the road you will turn onto Watercress Road. That road will take you right into the park. The day use area will be on the left side and the campground will be on the right. Van Buren is a small town and worth the very short drive to the courthouse. If you love ice cream and amazing burgers stop by the Jolly Cone. It was established in 1953 and still going strong. Our chocolate malt was so thick we had to lick it off the straw. Can't wait to go back. YUM!!! The day we were there the Jolly Cone had sponsored a car show held around the courthouse square. These small towns offer so much history. Stop in. Watercress has 17 campsites for RV and tents. This is a First Come- First Serve. Watercress offers each site with a picnic table and campfire ring. No electrical or water at the sites. Campground is open May 1- October 1. A trash dumpster is located on site during that time frame. Vault toilets and drinking water available. Fees are$10-$20 depending on site or type of pass you have. There is a fee station. The group shelters are not open at this time. The Current River is a beautiful river to boat or float. Great for kayaks or tubes. While on the river drop a line to try your hand at fishing. Catfish, sunfish, bass and walleye. You will find the Songbird Trail for hiking 1.2 miles long to the Watercress Spring. You will even run across a Civil War earthworks on the trail. Boat launch is open and offers vault toilets and trash dumpster.   Sites are large and paved.

    Check out Big Spring while in the area. It is Missouri's largest spring. There are three springs in the United States that lay claim to being the largest in the US and at different times of the year I am sure that each one is the largest. Beautiful spring. 

    Have Fun- Stay Safe 

    Leave No Trace 

    Better Than When You Found It.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Watercress
    Jul. 12, 2021

    Watercress

    Joy on the Twain

    Mark Twain National Forest in Van Buren, Missouri along the Ozark National Scenic Riverway.  During the 2017 flood there was some damage to a group shelter so be careful walking.  The ground is uneven and there are a lot of blocks.

    Watercress sits along side the Current River and the river is a beautiful emerald green where you can see the bottom.  The river is prime float territory whether it be by kayak, boat, tubes, just whatever.  On the weekend it will be very busy so prepare for full parking spots.  What better way to see an untouched landscape as you float along the river.  No need to paddle the river does all the work.

    First getting to the Watercress was a bit confusing to us.  We drove pass the Forest sign and had to come back and start over.  On Highway 60 turn onto Business 60 through Van Buren.  When you see the National Park Service sign on the left had side of the road you will turn onto Watercress Road.  That road will take you right into the park.  The day use area will be on the left side and the campground will be on the right.

    Van Buren is a small town and worth the very short drive to the courthouse.  If you love ice cream and amazing burgers stop by the Jolly Cone.  It was established in 1953 and still going strong.  Our chocolate malt was so thick we had to lick it off the straw.  Can't wait to go back.  YUM!!!  The day we were there the Jolly Cone had sponsored a car show held around the courthouse square.  These small towns offer so much history.  Stop in.

    Watercress has 17 campsites for RV and tents.  This is a First Come - First Serve.  Watercress offers each site with a picnic table and campfire ring.  No electrical or water at the sites.  Campground is open May 1 - October 1.  A trash dumpster is located on site during that time frame.  Vault toilets and drinking water available.  Fees are $10 - $20 depending on site  or type of pass you have.  There is a fee station.  The group shelters are not open at this time.  Sites are large and paved.

    The Current River is a beautiful river to boat or float.  Great for kayaks or tubes.  While on the river drop a line to try your hand at fishing.  Catfish, sunfish, bass and walleye.

    You will find the Songbird Trail for hiking 1.2 miles long to the Watercress Spring.  You will even run across a Civil War earthworks on the trail.  Boat launch is open and offers vault toilets and trash dumpster.

    Check out Big Spring while in the area.  It is Missouri's largest spring.  There are three springs in the United States that lay claim to being the largest in the US and at different times of the year I am sure that each one is the largest.  Beautiful spring.

    Have Fun - Stay Safe

    Leave No Trace

    Better Than When You Found It.

  • Matt S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park
    Sep. 4, 2016

    Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park

    Johnsons Shut-Ins is a special place

    Johnson Shut-Ins State Park is an amazing park that combines the comforts of an RV park with the rustic side of walk-in tent sites. It is the best maintained park in the Northeastern part of the Ozark's. It has a store in the middle of the campground. The sites all have concrete pull-ins and the bathrooms and shower houses are all brand new, modern, and clean.

    The sites are spread a part giving plenty of room to campers. There are several tent sites that you can walk into to get away from the concrete. There is a gear cart to help you get everything back from your car to your site.

    This is a place where you could spend several days and have a lot of fun. This is the premiere campground in that area of the Ozark's.

    The staff is also very helpful and friendly.

  • Sandra M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Ozarks Mountain Springs RV Park
    May. 4, 2020

    Ozarks Mountain Springs RV Park

    Wonderful campground!

    If you’re traveling through southern Missouri and looking for a park to stay in, this is a great choice! Right off the interstate and easy to get in to. Site are graveled and level, and most are full hookups. The majority also have picnic table and fire pit. Plenty of potty spots for the babies scattered throughout the park and a 25 acre trail area. John, the owner, is a great guy! Friendly and welcoming, he keeps the park well maintained. Will definitely be using again!

  • Cathy S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sam A. Baker State Park Campground
    Sep. 15, 2020

    Sam A. Baker State Park Campground

    Great swimming hole!

    We went with the whole fam to Sam A Baker. Shower houses were conveniently located in camping area. Big River was just a small walk away from the campsite. I know they had been flooded, but I am still cleaning rocks and dirt from the camper. They had a nice camp store and were very friendly. Mostly electric sites. A few full hookups close to the front of the campground. Nice paved roads and larger than normal sites. It was during a pandemic, but bathrooms were pretty clean. Will definitely go again.

  • Judith B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Timbuktu Campground — Echo Bluff State Park
    May. 23, 2019

    Timbuktu Campground — Echo Bluff State Park

    Newest state park in Missouri

    This is a great state park. Sites are level and have cement pads with full hookups. Not much shade now but they have planted trees between sites. Bathrooms are clean. There is also a lodge with store and restaurant just down the street. There are cabins there that can be rented also. And the real treat is the wild horses. Came right up to our site - but please do not feed or try to pet. The rangers will have to move them if they get to used to people.

    Also local river rafting companies will pick you up at your site


Guide to Ozark National Scenic Riverways

RV camping near Ozark National Scenic Riverways in Missouri offers a blend of natural beauty and convenient amenities, making it an ideal getaway for outdoor enthusiasts.

Most parks have electrical and sewer hookups

Explore the scenic Current River

  • Flying W Store & Campground offers direct access to the Current River, making it a great spot for fishing and swimming.
  • Arrowhead Campground is located near the river, providing a standard camping experience with easy river access for water activities.
  • Rockin’ Bell River Resort features a beautiful setting along the river, ideal for kayaking and enjoying the natural surroundings.

Enjoy various outdoor activities

  • At Four Creeks Ranch Campground, you can unwind in a peaceful environment while enjoying hiking and exploring the nearby trails.
  • Pinecrest Campground and Cabins offers a range of activities, including glamping options and access to scenic trails for hiking and biking.
  • Big Spring RV Camp provides a rustic experience with opportunities for fishing and exploring the natural beauty of the area.

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