Big Spring
The Big Spring location is in Van Buren, Missouri
63965. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Big Spring facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
Po Box 490
Van Buren
Missouri
63965
Phone number
573-323-4236
Email
OZAR-Campground_Operations@nps.gov
Campground information Van Buren, Missouri
Overview
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.
Recreation
The Current River flows past the campground, offering excellent canoeing, tubing, swimming and fishing. Over 130 miles of waterways exist within the park. Canoe and kayak rentals and outfitters can be found nearby.
Several miles of hiking and horseback riding trails crisscross the region, include the Alley Overlook Trail, Chubb Hollow Trail, Ozark Trail, Cave Spring Trail and Big Springs Trail.
Facilities
This year-round campground has flush toilets and shower facilities available. Picnic tables, fire rings, and grills are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved.
Ranger-led campfire programs are offered in the campground amphitheater during summer months.
Reservations are accepted for three different group picnic areas. Be sure to specify which picnic area you desire. Big Spring Group Picnic Site is at the spring; Peavine and Chubb Hollow are along the river.
Natural Features
The Ozark National Scenic Riverways is known for its caves, springs, sinkholes and losing streams, and features over 300 identified caves within its boundaries. The caves range in size from a rock overhang to almost seven miles of identified passages. Eight caves, including an open sinkhole, have been designated as outstanding natural features.
The Ozark forest is mostly White oak and Shortleaf pine, Missouri’s only native pine species. Along the rivers, Sycamore, Cottonwood, River birch and maples are common.
Redbud and dogwoods are also abundant, putting on a spectacular show during most spring months.
Nearby Attractions
Scenic Big Spring is the largest freshwater spring in North America and produces an outflow of 280 million gallons a day.
Round Spring Cave is nearby, with ranger-guided tours offered daily during summer months. Historic and picturesque Alley Mill and Alley Spring are also nearby. The mill is open daily in the summer and ranger-guided tours are available upon request.
contact_info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (573) 323-4236.
Frequently Asked Questions About Po Box 490 Van Buren, MO
How do I make a reservation with Big Spring?
To make reservations at Big Spring, you can call the office at 573-323-4236.
Where is Big Spring located?
The Big Spring is located at Po Box 490 in Van Buren,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Big Spring have tent or RV camping?
Big Spring offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 573-323-4236 to make sure things haven’t changed.