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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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⛺ 301, Loop: Loop 300
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⛺ 309, Loop: Loop 300
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⛺ 311, Loop: Loop 300
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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

4.1
236 reviews
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Katherine J

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August 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 212, Loop: Loop 200

4

Had a wonderful time we love going to Big Springs. However our campsite had really tall grass and could have been mowed before we got there. (Only Complaint) Rocky Falls is a fun destination. 😁

James K

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August 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 217, Loop: Loop 200

4

Nicely kept park. Can’t swim anywhere there🙈. National Park Service invested $ millions in renovations for CCC lodge and cottages which were finished two years ago AND NOT OPENED. It was VERY hot for our August visit. Swimming would have been nice. Travelled to Alley Springs Mill….very well kept and beautiful.

Dave H

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August 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 301, Loop: Loop 300

4

While it would have been nice to have a site with electric it turned out better as the electric loop was busy and noisy.
The campground was very well kept, grass mown, asphalt in great shape, etc. The bathrooms could have been better...we only stayed on a Saturday night while passing through the area.

Elizabeth R

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August 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 302, Loop: Loop 300

5

Love van buren, MO and the big springs park but even better the current river!

Hank L

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August 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 216, Loop: Loop 200

1

When we arrived and saw how close all of the campsites where to each other we left and did not stay. I have camped at other state campgrounds in other states and have had space between campsites.

Tim D

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August 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 203, Loop: Loop 200

4

We had a great time visiting. It was so nice to be able to cook outside with no mosquitoes. The place is beautiful and the springs were awesome to see, the water so blue. The park rangers were super nice and helpful and it was good to have them present. Knowing that you did not have to worry about anyone being unruly. This camp was as pleasant to visit and we will come back more often. The river access was great and everything was clean and natural.

Brooke W

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August 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 204, Loop: Loop 200

5

Nice campground. It was close proximity to the water. There is a trail not to far off to walk down to the water.

John V

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August 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 215, Loop: Loop 200

5

beautiful park. Our site was level. 30 amp electric. showers are a little way away. Showers and bathrooms very clean.

Jaylee G

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August 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 215, Loop: Loop 200

3

We’ve been coming here around the same time every year. This year was a little disappointing. For starters our site 222 seemed like it was needing some work the pad was not level at all, we had to come up with a creative way to drop our camper stairs because the pad is so much deeper than the grass my kids would trip. The grass in the site and the whole 200 loop hadn’t been mowed in a while, the rest of the camp areas were, some being mowed when we pulled in. When we pulled in he bathrooms didn’t have toilet paper in them and we had to bring our own t.p. Eventually someone did come and restock the toilet paper but the bathrooms were not cleaned very well. Overall it wasn’t a horrible experience we’ve just had better experiences in previous years and unfortunately we decided to try somewhere new for next year.

Karen B

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July 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 308, Loop: Loop 300

5

Super clean and quit campground. Definitely will be going back!

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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