Clubhouse Campground

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Basic Information

Clubhouse Campground is nestled on the banks of the lower Current River. This remote campground is far off the beaten path, allowing for a rustic experience. Basic amenities and partial shade make for a lovely campground.

Visitors can enjoy easy river access and a number of nearby attractions, like Clubhouse Bluff or the old Tram Road. Clubhouse Bluff is located a short drive from the campground.

TOTAL SITES: 5

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

Clubhouse 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

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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

NPS Road 107
Kelly Township, MO 63965

Directions

Clubhouse Campground can be found at the end of County Road 60-221, in Carter County, MO. From Ellsinore, drive about 6.5 miles west on Highway 60. From there, turn west onto State Highway ZZ. Drive 1 mile to the bend of Highway ZZ, where it intersects with County Road 60-221. From there, follow the county road south for about 4.75 miles. The campground is located near the bottom of a hill, along the Current River. This route requires driving on gravel roads for almost 5 miles. Some areas are steep.

Directions Details

Additional Information & Regulations

Cell Phone Additional Information

Cell phone service is generally unreliable. Connectivity depends on carrier and location within the campground. Visitors may be able to get some service at Clubhouse Bluff, located uphill from 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

Two campsites with a mix of dirt and grass. Trees provide shade from above.

A grassy campsite is only yards away from the river's edge.

Two campsites along a woodland edge.

A view from atop a mountain, overlooking the Current River.

A grassy campsite right along the river's edge.

Clubhouse Campground provides simple sites with shade trees overhead.
NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

Campsites at Clubhouse are only a short walk from the river's edge.
NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

Due to the campground's location, these sites have more sun in the evening.
NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

Clubhouse Bluff offers a spectacular view of the Current River and its watershed.
NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

The Current River is the perfect backdrop to a quiet night of camping.
NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

Accessibility Information

ADA Information - The restroom facility is accessible with an accessible parking space. Otherwise, there are no ADA camp sites within this campground. For nearby accessible campsites, please visit Big 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. However, reaching this campground requires driving on gravel roads of varying steepness. Visitors may have difficulty getting their RVs/campers down to this location.

RV Allowed - Yes

Trailer Allowed - Yes

Classification - This campground is a limited development campground.