Blue Spring Campground (Jacks Fork)

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Basic Information

Located within a bend of the Jacks Fork River, Blue Spring Campground is a popular destination throughout the year. In summer, visitors can enjoy freshwater floating, swimming, fishing, and more. In winter and fall, nature unveils brilliant colors and large bluffs.

Note: Blue Spring Campground should not be confused with the Blue Spring on the Current River, east of Eminence. Ozark National Scenic Riverways does not offer camping at Blue Spring on the Current River.

TOTAL SITES: 7

Electric Hookups: 0

RV Only: 0

Tent Only: 0

Walk to/Boat to: 0

Group: 0

Horse: 0

Other: 0

Campground Features

Amenities

Cell Phone Reception

No

Internet Connectivity

No

Trash/Recycling Collection

No

Food Storage Lockers

No

Camp Store

No

Ice for Sale

No

Firewood for Sale

No

Staff On Site

No

Amphitheater

No

Laundry

No

Dump Station

No

Potable Water

No Water

Fire/Stove Policy

Fires are permitted in designated fire rings and grills. Visit our camping regulations page for other policies regarding fires, stoves, and lanterns: https://www.nps.gov/ozar/learn/management/camping-regulations.htm

Toilet Types

• Vault Toilets - year round

Shower Types

• None

Operating Hours & Seasons

• Every Day:Open 24 hours

Blue Spring Campground is typically open throughout the year. The campground may be temporarily closed during/after flooding or storms.

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Weather

Ozark National Scenic Riverways is located in southeast Missouri. Summer temperatures generally range from 75-100 degrees with high humidity. Winter temperatures generally range from 0-50 degrees with periods of intermittent freezing and snow.

Fees

Standard Site

Fee for standard sites starting April 15, 2025.

$10.00

Contact Information & Directions

Email Address

Send this campground an email
Email us for questions about park campgrounds and their regulations.

Phone number (Voice)

[phone]
This number will reach Big Spring Entrance Station.

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 490
Van Buren, MO 63965

Physical Address

County Road OO-493
Mountain View, MO 65548

Directions

Blue Spring Campground is located about 15 minutes from Mountain View, MO. Starting in Mountain View, drive east on Highway 60. After 3 miles, turn left onto Highway OO. Drive north on Highway OO for about 2.5 miles. After a large bend in the road, it will intersect with County Road OO-493. Take the left turn onto OO-493. Follow the main path for about 2 miles, after which it will dead-end into Blue Spring Campground. This route requires driving on gravel roads for about 2 miles.

Directions Details

Additional Information & Regulations

Cell Phone Additional Information

Cell phone service is generally unreliable. Connectivity depends on carrier and location within the campground.

Regulations

Visit our Camping Regulations page for rules governing quiet hours, generators, fires, hammocks, and more.

More about regulations

Reservations

Backcountry campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Starting on April 15, 2025, backcountry sites will require fees year-round. Payment will only be possible through the "Scan & Pay" system, via the recreation.gov app. Visitors should download the app and set up their account prior to arrival.

Image Gallery

A large bluff stands over a cluster of boulders. Clear waters flow from the area.

Boulders and bluffs are partially submerged by a river.

Blue Spring is hidden amongst boulders and crevices, across from the campground.
NPS Photo / Jessica Poppa

Blue Spring pumps millions of gallons of water into the Jacks Fork each day.
NPS Photo / Jessica Poppa

Accessibility Information

ADA Information - The bathroom facility is accessible, but there are no ADA campsites within this campground. For nearby accessible campsites, please visit Alley Spring Campground instead.

Wheelchair Access - Apart from the restroom building, this area is not wheelchair accessible.

RV & Trailer Information - RVs and trailers are allowed as specified in our campground regulations.

RV Allowed - Yes

Trailer Allowed - Yes

Classification - This campground is a limited development campground.