The upper Current River is cold, clear, and beautiful. This view looks downstream from Cedar Grove.
Photo: NPS Photo / Jessica Poppa
About
Seated in the northwest corner of the park, Cedar Grove is popular for both recreation and camping. In summer, thousands of people swim or float on the Current River. Further upstream, visitors can also enjoy blue ribbon fishing. Finally, a nearby hiking trail connects to the historic Susie Nichols Cabin. This location sees year-round visitation. In warmer months, the cool river helps visitors beat the heat. In fall and winter, the southern sun keeps campers warm.
Campsites
Location
NPS Road 154
Current Township, MO 65501
Fees
Hours
Cedar Grove Campground is typically open throughout the year. The campground may be temporarily closed during/after flooding or storms.
Reservations
Backcountry campsites can be reserved via recreation.gov
Make a Reservation →Directions
Cedar Grove Campground is located about 10 minutes from Jadwin, Missouri. Starting in Jadwin, drive west on State Highway ZZ. Follow this road for roughly 5.3 miles. (Note: After 2.3 miles, the road will become County Road 651.) Eventually, you will reach a large concrete river crossing. Just before the crossing, take a right turn onto NPS Road 154. This gravel road will take you through the campground. This route requires driving on gravel roads for less than 1000 feet.
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
Apart from the restroom building, this area is not wheelchair accessible.
Cell phone service is generally unreliable. Connectivity depends on carrier and location within the campground.
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
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RVs and trailers are allowed as specified in our campground regulations.
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The restroom facility is accessible. Otherwise, there are no ADA campsites within this campground. For nearby accessible campsites, please visit Round Spring Campground instead.
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Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Limited Development Campground