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ALLEY SPRING (MO), Ozark National Scenic Riverways, MO

Description:

Open all year round. Modern restrooms are open Apr 15-Oct 30. Water is shut off and many restrooms are closed after Oct 30 to prevent frozen pipes Campers will be directed to an open restroom or vault toilet which may be a short distance from their campsite.

Canoeing, tubing, swimming, and fishing are popular activities. The town of Eminence is five miles east and offers restaurants, outdoor supplies, horseback riding, and canoe rental ncessionaires. Historic and picturesque Alley Mill and the scenic Alley Spring are nearby. A short walk from the campground leads to a popular swimming area on the Jacks Fork River. The river is crystal clear and spring fed, cool and refreshing on a hot summer day. The campground has flush toilets and free hot showers available. Ranger-led campfire programs are offered in the campground amphitheater during the summer months. Ranger-led interpretive activities are available at the historic Alley Mill.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Amphitheater
  • Beach
  • Biking
  • Bird Watching
  • Boat Launch Ramp
  • Boating
  • Campfire Programs
  • Campground Host
  • Canoe Rental
  • Canoeing
  • Cold Springs
  • Comfort Station
  • Dump Station
  • Firewood
  • Fishing
  • Group Camping Facility
  • Group Picnic Shelters
  • Handicapped Access Site
  • Hiking
  • Hiking Trail
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hunting
  • Interpretive Programs
  • Iron Ranger
  • Kayaking
  • Paved Roads
  • Photography
  • Ranger Station
  • Showers
  • Sightseeing
  • Swimming
  • Tubing
  • Water Faucets
  • Wildlife Viewing

Alerts and Important Information

Reservations must be made 7 days in advance. If you attempt to make a reservation less than 7 days away all campsites will be listed as unavailable. This does not necessarily mean that all are reserved. Some campsites may be available but only on a first come first serve basis. Group Campsites are TENT Camping ONLY (except at Round Spring). Quiet Hours are from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Pets must be on a leash at all times. CAUTION: Diving from river bluffs is illegal, dangerous and can result in injury or death. The following items are prohibited on the Current and Jacks Fork Rivers: Styrofoam, glass containers, Jell-o shots, beer kegs and beer bongs.

Water and 50 amp electric hookups are now available. Be prepared to convert electric if you have 30 amps. There is no sewer hookup, but a dump station is available at the campground entrance. All equipment must fit on site pad. Park vehicles in designated areas only. Groupsites are closed in the Off season.

For more information about the park, please call (573) 323-4236 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. week days.

Getting There:

Alley Spring (MO)
PO BOX 490
Van Buren MO 63965

Alley Spring Campground is located five miles west of the town of Eminence, Missouri. When coming from the east on U.S. Highway 60, turn north on Missouri Highway 19 in the town of Winona. Continue north 12 miles to the town of Eminence. From Eminence, Alley Spring campground is located five minutes west of State Highway 106. When approaching from Mountain View, go 19 miles east from Mountain View on U.S. Highway 60 and turn north on County Highway E. Go north on E for 10 miles until you reach State Highway 106. Then, turn west on 106 for two miles. The Alley Spring Campground is on the south side of Highway 106.

Phone Park for More Information:

Information: (573)323-4236
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