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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

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Hiking

Horseback Riding

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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Reviews (239)

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What Guests Are Saying

Big Spring Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful setting with stunning natural springs, clean facilities, and hot showers, making it a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts. While some reviews noted maintenance issues, such as poorly placed picnic tables and unclean fire pits, many visitors appreciated the spaciousness, cleanliness, and convenience to nearby attractions like Van Buren. Overall, guests enjoyed their experiences and expressed a desire to return, highlighting the campground's charm and natural beauty.

Review Summary

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Maria C

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August 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 216, Loop: Loop 200

5

The campground is very well maintained. Our site was leveled and with nice shade. The rangers were very helpful. The park is beautiful!

Kurtis C

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August 6, 2021 • Stayed at: 110, Loop: Loop 100

5

Nice and clean. Quiet nights and kind staff. Will definitely be returning.

Denise H

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August 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 214, Loop: Loop 200

5

We had a great time, nice shady camping spot, floated the Current River, amazing spring, friendly rangers.

charles c

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July 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 219, Loop: Loop 200

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Signs at the exit of campground directing to exit of park would be helpful. As we exited loop 100-200 we didn't know which way to go and went a long way -the wrong way because their was no where to turn our rv towing a car around.
Other than that everything was great. thanks

Kristin S

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July 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 204, Loop: Loop 200

5

Very clean & nice park. Restrooms across from our camper sight and we’re top notch clean as well.

Patrick B

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July 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 209, Loop: Loop 200

4

Great to bike ride around to CCC buildings and exhibits and the Big Spring was really a treat. Probably quiet weekdays, seems a bit ‘festive’ on weekends. The Ranger talk on Friday night was very interesting .
Wish we had a canoe/kayak for the river. A few wave runners there were annoyingly load.

Robert M

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July 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 214, Loop: Loop 200

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We stayed Sunday thru Thursday. Scenic area, very "Back Woodsy" Close to services, and good ATT cell signal, but was advised on the weekend the tower can get over loaded. Short trail to a gravel bar on the Current River, nice for cooling off. Staff was Friendly, Lots of clean restrooms. Only one shower house, a little dated, but the showers were nice and hot with good pressure, worked for me. May try and go back in the fall, should be beautiful, and not as crowded with floaters. Good Bicycle venue.

Martha P

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July 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 118, Loop: Loop 100

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Best place to stay on the Current River!

Bonetta H

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July 12, 2021 • Stayed at: G03, Loop: Chub Hollow/Groupsite #3

5

We’ve camped here 3 years in a row now. We love the “hidden” group site #3.

John G

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July 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 207, Loop: Loop 200

5

Great campground with nice clean restrooms. Had an electrical issue which was quickly corrected by maintenance crew. We used this as a base camp to explore National Scenic Riverways area with it's many springs, mills, etc.....
We wiil stay at this park again with our large fifthwheel. We stayed on site 207.

Location Big Spring

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

Highway access

Big Spring Campground is accessible via Missouri Highway 103, which connects to the nearby town of Van Buren.

Latitude & Longitude: 36.9625 / -90.9831

Elevation: 138 feet

Map of Big Spring location at Van Buren, MO, United States
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Policies & Rules

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.
  • 50-amp electric hookups are now available in the 200 loop only (bring converters if necessary).
  • There is no direct water hook up at the campsites. You may fill your tanks at the station near the front entrance.
  • There are no sewer hookups. A dump station is available at the campground entrance.
  • Two tents or 1 RV and 1 tent per site only on Standard Family sites
  • 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.
  • No glass bottled beverages are allowed in tubes or non-motorized vessels
  • All reservations and reservation changes MUST be completed through the Recreation.gov user profile or by calling toll free 1+877-444-6777.
  • 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.
  • Free standing Hammocks only. NO hammocks are allowed to be tied to trees.
  • 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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Last updated: June 13, 2026

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