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Big Spring Campground

A freshly-mown campground with picnic tables, lantern posts, and a restroom.

Located just south of Van Buren, Big Spring Campground is one of the park's largest campgrounds.

Photo: NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

About

Big Spring Campground is located just south of Van Buren, Missouri. The campground offers a variety of sunny or shaded sites, all within walking distance of Big Spring and the Current River. A variety of hiking trails cover the area, making this a great destination year-round. Electric and non-electric sites are available year-round. Sites may be reserved at www.recreation.gov.

Campsites

123
Total Sites
2
Tent Only
29
Electric Hookups
2
Group

Contact

Phone(573) 323-4236
Emailozar_campground_operations@nps.gov
WebsiteOfficial NPS Page

Location

State Highway 103
Van Buren, MO 63965

Fees

Electric Site Camping fee$30.00
Non-electric sites fee$20.00
Group sites fee$140.00
Backcountry group site fee$65.00

Hours

Big Spring Campground is open year-round, though certain loops are closed in winter. To see which sites are available, visit the recreation.gov website.

wednesdayAll Day
mondayAll Day
thursdayAll Day
sundayAll Day
tuesdayAll Day
fridayAll Day
saturdayAll Day

Reservations

Reservations can be made online at www.recreation.gov. Starting on January 1, 2025, all sites will be available by reservation only. Same-day reservations are available.

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Directions

Big Spring Campground is located just south of Van Buren, Missouri. From Van Buren, turn south onto Highway 103 (from State Highway 60) and follow the road to Big Spring. The campground is located northeast of the spring, across the large field.

Weather

Ozark National Scenic Riverways is located in southeast Missouri. Summer temperatures generally range from 75-100 degrees with high humidity. Winter temperatures generally range from 0-50 degrees with periods of intermittent freezing and snow.

Accessibility

wheelchair Access

Accessible restrooms are located near the accessible campsites, with sidewalks leading to the restroom facility.

cell Phone Info

Limited cell signal is usually available, but days with more visitors may create service outages.

fire Stove Policy

Fires are permitted in designated fire rings and grills. Visit our camping regulations page for other policies regarding fires, stoves, and lanterns: https://www.nps.gov/ozar/learn/management/camping-regulations.htm

rv Allowed

1

rv Info

RVs and trailers are allowed as specified in our campground regulations.

rv Max Length

0

trailer Max Length

0

ada Info

Two electric campsites (203 and 205) are accessible.

trailer Allowed

1

access Roads

Paved Roads - All vehicles OK

classifications

Developed Campground