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National Park Service · Ozark National Scenic Riverways

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. The Current River flows past the campground, offering excellent canoeing, tubing, swimming and fishing. Over 130 miles (209 km) of waterways exist within the park. Canoe and kayak rentals and outfitters can be found nearby.

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A photo of Site G02 of Loop Big Spring Group Sites at BIG SPRING with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Shade, Lantern Pole
Lisa Figge

Campsites

Standard, no hookups102
Standard with electric28
Group tent areas3
group picnic area2
Host/management2
Total137

Amenities & rules

✓ Electric hookups✓ Water hookups✓ Pets allowed✓ Campfires allowedMax vehicle length 76 ftRVs & trailersTents

Compiled from site-level records; individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Getting there

Big Spring Campground is located four miles (6.4 km) south of Van Buren, Missouri. Turn south on Missouri Highway 103 and continue south for four miles (6.4 km) to the Big Spring Unit of the park.

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Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.