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Big Spring Campground

Ozark National Scenic Riverways, Missouri

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As of October 2026, Big Spring Campground is a campground in Ozark National Scenic Riverways, Missouri with 136 campsites. Big Spring Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Big Spring Campground is located at 36.9625° N, 90.9831° W.

people allowed on 130 of 136 sites: 6
people allowed on each of the 3 largest sites: 60

Big Spring Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Mid-stay changes allowed
Maximum stay: 14 days

Published by Recreation.gov for Big Spring Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Big Spring Campground

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Standard 131
Tent 3
Group 2
Accessible 2
Hookups 30

What an RV fits

25–29 ft3 sites
30–34 ft9 sites
35–39 ft64 sites
40–44 ft11 sites
45–49 ft17 sites
50–54 ft15 sites
75–79 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, horse riding, water sports.

All sites at Big Spring Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups	Access
G01	Big Spring Group Sites	Tent	45	-	-	-
G02	Big Spring Group Sites	Tent	45	-	-	-
P02	Big Spring Picnic Shelters	Group	60	-	Electric, Water	-
CHPS	Chub Hollow/Groupsite #3	Standard	60	-	-	-
G03	Chub Hollow/Groupsite #3	Tent	45	-	-	-
101	Loop 100	Standard	6	34 ft	-	-
102	Loop 100	Standard	6	32 ft	-	-
103	Loop 100	Standard	6	50 ft	-	-
104	Loop 100	Standard	6	45 ft	-	-
105	Loop 100	Standard	6	50 ft	-	-
106	Loop 100	Standard	6	46 ft	-	-
107	Loop 100	Standard	6	45 ft	-	-
108	Loop 100	Standard	6	44 ft	-	-
109	Loop 100	Standard	6	50 ft	-	-
110	Loop 100	Standard	6	52 ft	-	-
111	Loop 100	Standard	6	49 ft	-	-
112	Loop 100	Standard	6	47 ft	-	-
113	Loop 100	Standard	6	50 ft	-	-
114	Loop 100	Standard	6	44 ft	-	-
115	Loop 100	Standard	6	43 ft	-	-
116	Loop 100	Standard	6	50 ft	-	-
117	Loop 100	Standard	6	52 ft	-	-
118	Loop 100	Standard	6	50 ft	-	-
119	Loop 100	Standard	6	44 ft	-	-
120	Loop 100	Standard	6	50 ft	-	-
121	Loop 100	Standard	6	51 ft	-	-
122	Loop 100	Standard	6	50 ft	-	-
123	Loop 100	Standard	6	48 ft	-	-
124	Loop 100	Standard	6	50 ft	-	-
202	Loop 200	Standard	6	33 ft	Electric	-
203	Loop 200	Standard	6	45 ft	Electric	Accessible
204	Loop 200	Standard	6	45 ft	Electric	-
205	Loop 200	Standard	6	45 ft	Electric	Accessible
206	Loop 200	Standard	6	47 ft	Electric	-
207	Loop 200	Standard	6	45 ft	Electric	-
208	Loop 200	Standard	6	43 ft	Electric	-
209	Loop 200	Standard	6	48 ft	Electric	-
210	Loop 200	Standard	6	48 ft	Electric	-
211	Loop 200	Standard	6	44 ft	Electric	-
212	Loop 200	Standard	6	51 ft	Electric	-
213	Loop 200	Standard	6	38 ft	Electric	-
214	Loop 200	Standard	6	40 ft	Electric	-
215	Loop 200	Standard	6	25 ft	Electric	-
216	Loop 200	Standard	6	40 ft	Electric	-
217	Loop 200	Standard	6	46 ft	Electric	-
218	Loop 200	Standard	6	40 ft	Electric	-
219	Loop 200	Standard	6	47 ft	Electric	-
220	Loop 200	Standard	6	42 ft	Electric	-
221	Loop 200	Standard	6	37 ft	Electric	-
222	Loop 200	Standard	6	43 ft	Electric	-
223	Loop 200	Standard	6	33 ft	Electric	-
224	Loop 200	Standard	6	50 ft	Electric	-
225	Loop 200	Standard	6	45 ft	Electric	-
226	Loop 200	Standard	6	51 ft	Electric	-
227	Loop 200	Standard	6	35 ft	Electric	-
228	Loop 200	Standard	6	35 ft	Electric	-
229	Loop 200	Standard	6	37 ft	Electric	-
301	Loop 300	Standard	6	-	-	-
302	Loop 300	Standard	6	-	-	-
303	Loop 300	Standard	6	-	-	-
304	Loop 300	Standard	6	-	-	-
305	Loop 300	Standard	6	-	-	-
306	Loop 300	Standard	6	-	-	-
307	Loop 300	Standard	6	-	-	-
308	Loop 300	Standard	6	-	-	-
309	Loop 300	Standard	6	-	-	-
310	Loop 300	Standard	6	76 ft	-	-
311	Loop 300	Standard	6	-	-	-
312	Loop 300	Standard	6	27 ft	-	-
313	Loop 300	Standard	6	31 ft	-	-
314	Loop 300	Standard	6	30 ft	-	-
315	Loop 300	Standard	6	25 ft	-	-
316	Loop 300	Standard	6	32 ft	-	-
317	Loop 300	Standard	6	30 ft	-	-
318	Loop 300	Standard	6	30 ft	-	-
319	Loop 300	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
401	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
402	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
403	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
404	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
405	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
406	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
407	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
408	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
409	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
410	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
411	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
412	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
413	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
414	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
415	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
416	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
417	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
418	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
419	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
420	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
421	Loop 400	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
501	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
502	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
503	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
504	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
505	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
506	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
507	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
508	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
509	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
510	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
511	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
512	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
513	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
514	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
515	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
516	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
517	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
518	Loop 500	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
601	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
602	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
603	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
604	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
605	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
606	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
607	Loop 600	Standard	6	45 ft	-	-
608	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
609	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
610	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
611	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
612	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
613	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
614	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
615	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
616	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
617	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
618	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
619	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
620	Loop 600	Standard	6	38 ft	-	-
P01	Peavine Shelter	Group	60	-	Electric, Water	-

About Big Spring Campground

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 (209 km) 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.

Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (573) 323-4236.

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.

Rules and notices at Big Spring Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Big Spring Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

If you arrive and another party is occupying your reserved campsite, please call Arrowhead Dispatch at 1-844-460-3604 for a Law Enforcement officer to be dispersed to your location for removal of the unauthorized party.

You are responsible for reading the site alerts and booking a site that will accommodate your equipment.

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The maximum allowable trailer length is always shorter than the allowable RV length (due to maneuverability). You are responsible for reading the site alerts and booking a site that will accommodate your equipment. If you arrive to the campground with different equipment than what you booked for, you will likely not fit, and will be turned away.

There is no direct water hook up at the campsites. You may fill your tanks at the station near the front entrance.

50-amp electric hookups are now available in the 200 loop only (bring converters if necessary).

There are no sewer hookups. A dump station is available at the campground entrance.

Two tents or 1 RV and 1 tent per site only on Standard Family sites

Modern restrooms are open April 15-Oct. 15. During other times visitors will be directed to an alternative, which may be a short distance from their campsite.

No glass bottled beverages are allowed in tubes or non-motorized vessels

All reservations and reservation changes MUST be completed through the Recreation.gov user profile or by calling toll free 1+877-444-6777.

For more information about the campground, please call (573) 323-4236 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30pm weekdays, or e-mail OZAR_Campground_Operations@nps.gov.

Free standing Hammocks only. NO hammocks are allowed to be tied to trees.

Water systems shut off Oct. 15-April 14. (Water off means most bathrooms and faucets in campgrounds will be closed and facilities winterized, including picnic pavilions. The exception are the heated shower houses/flush restrooms at Round Spring, Big Spring and Alley Spring campgrounds.)

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Big Spring Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Big Spring Campground?

Big Spring Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Big Spring Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Big Spring Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Big Spring Campground have?

Big Spring Campground has 136 campsites.