RV site details
- Electric
- Big rigs
From Recreation.gov RIDB. It doesn't list dump or sewer service. Call (573) 323-4236 to ask before you book. Elevation is from the U.S. Geological Survey.
About BIG SPRING
BIG SPRING is a public campground in VAN BUREN, MO. It has 137 campsites. 136 sites can be reserved. 1 sites are first come, first served.
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. 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.
This year-round campground has flush toilets and shower facilities available. Picnic tables, fire rings, and grills are provided.
Policies and details
- Roads: Back-In, Back-in, Gravel, Paved, Pull-Through, and Pull-through
Location
PO BOX 490, VAN BUREN, MO 63965
About 34 miles northwest of Poplar Bluff, MO
Elevation 446 ft
Get directionsConfirm the entrance with the park before towing a large rig.
Setting and recreation
The official listing describes BIG SPRING in a setting associated with forest and river. For trip planning, the source identifies Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback riding, and Swimming among the recreation options at or near this VAN BUREN campground.