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Big Spring

Po Box 490, Van Buren, Missouri, United States

Big Spring flows along it's tree and moss-lined banks
Historic Big Spring Lodge retaining walls and drinking fountain before restoration
Big Spring on a cold fall morning with mist
Big Spring flows along it's tree and moss-lined banks preview

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About Big Spring

In the rolling, forested landscape of Big Spring, two of America's most beautiful spring-fed rivers combine to make up the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. As the first national park area to protect a wild river system, visitors have plenty of scenic water activities to enjoy as well as hiking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing.

Number of accommodations: 132

Campground Amenities

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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 15 to Oct 15

Sites & Availability

132 Sites Available

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🚐 101, Loop: Loop 100
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🚐 113, Loop: Loop 100
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⛺ 301, Loop: Loop 300
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⛺ 311, Loop: Loop 300
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🚐 620, Loop: Loop 600
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⛺ G02, Loop: Big Spring Group Sites
45 guests · Campfire
$65.00
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⛺ G03, Loop: Chub Hollow/Groupsite #3
45 guests · Campfire
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Reviews (236)

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What Guests Are Saying

Big Spring Campground is a peaceful and well-maintained location, known for its beautiful spring and river, making it ideal for outdoor activities such as fishing, canoeing, and hiking. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities, helpful staff, and the serene atmosphere, especially during less crowded times. While some guests noted the lack of water and electric hook-ups at sites and occasional noise from other campers, many expressed a strong desire to return for the natural beauty and overall enjoyable experience.

Review Summary

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Jan D

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May 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 228, Loop: Loop 200

5

Wonderful, quiet campsite. Nice showers! Big Spring is beautiful. Van Buren is very close for food and wifi.

Chris L

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April 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 210, Loop: Loop 200

4

200 loop has power others nothing. dump station at entrance to fill your tank. If like us you don't get it completely full there is water near the restrooms. New hot showers before the main camping area.

Teresa M

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April 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 226, Loop: Loop 200

5

We were there for the April 2024 eclipse. It was crowded but the staff kept the Campground immaculate.

JEFFERY H

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April 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 204, Loop: Loop 200

5

Ozark National Senic Riverways is a gem! We stayed for two weeks at Big Spring Campground, site 204. The spring fed Current River is a hop and half a skip from the campground, ideal for a refreshing dip, or soak, (depending on your tolerance for cooler water) at the end of the day. There are a number of excellent trails through the forest and along the river. This morning, as I sat outside our rig, my amateur birding ear counted songs from 13 different species, that is, species I am able to identify. There were many more. Thank you to everyone at OZAR who works to make this place the special place it is. We'll be back!

Jack S

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September 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 220, Loop: Loop 200

3

The river was beautiful, the campground could have used a little care. During the night we had a small storm that flooded our site. Luckily we moved to a vacant spot that only half the asphalt was showing due to a build up of mud, leaves, and debris.

shirley k

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September 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 208, Loop: Loop 200

5

Love just sitting on the river relaxing! Big Springs is our favorite place. Great trails. Looking forward to the new restaurant with axe-throwing opening!

jay w

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September 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 208, Loop: Loop 200

5

The MO parks dept should be commended for this park. Extremely clean, well kept, quiet and restful. We loved meeting pumpkin also! She did a fantastic job keeping the bugs off my truck. The bathroom was clean, obviously well kept. We will definitely stay there again! Great job staff!!!

Lisa J

September 15, 2023

5

56th family reunion at Big Springs. Love the park thanks for preserving natural & cultural of the Ozarks.

Rockey P

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September 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 101, Loop: Loop 100

5

Clean and great host

Carrie S

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August 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 113, Loop: Loop 100

3

It was all right, I stayed there because if the meteor shower presentation and then I rained and they talked about bats instead. I’m not fond of the power boats on that part of the river. I don’t mind cold water, especially when it was hot, but the bathrooms and showers were pretty grimy. I had previously stayed at Echo Bluff and Alley Springs so Big Springs paled in comparison. I just stayed 1 night of the 3 I had planned

Location Big Spring

Address:
Po Box 490
Van Buren, MO, 63965
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 36.9625 / -90.9831

Elevation: 138 feet

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Policies & Rules

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General

If you arrive and another party is occupying your reserved campsite, please call Arrowhead Dispatch at 1-844-460-3604 for a Law Enforcement officer to be dispersed to your location for removal of the unauthorized party.
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50-amp electric hookups are now available in the 200 loop only (bring converters if necessary).
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There is no direct water hook up at the campsites. You may fill your tanks at the station near the front entrance.
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There are no sewer hookups. A dump station is available at the campground entrance.
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Two tents or 1 RV and 1 tent per site only on Standard Family sites
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Modern restrooms are open April 15-Oct. 15. During other times visitors will be directed to an alternative, which may be a short distance from their campsite.
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No glass bottled beverages are allowed in tubes or non-motorized vessels
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All reservations and reservation changes MUST be completed through the Recreation.gov user profile or by calling toll free 1+877-444-6777.
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For more information about the campground, please call (573) 323-4236 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30pm weekdays, or e-mail OZAR_Campground_Operations@nps.gov.
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Free standing Hammocks only. NO hammocks are allowed to be tied to trees.
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Water systems shut off Oct. 15-April 14. (Water off means most bathrooms and faucets in campgrounds will be closed and facilities winterized, including picnic pavilions. The exception are the heated shower houses/flush restrooms at Round Spring, Big Spring and Alley Spring campgrounds.)

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