Gooseneck Campground

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Basic Information

Nestled on the park's southern boundary, Gooseneck Campground offers well-maintained sites right along the lower Current River. A small inlet provides a great space to see wildlife, while gravel bars support swimming, floating, and more.

This campground features a large, flat camping area, making it a popular destination for RVs and campers. Sites closest to the river have unobstructed views of the waterway. Other sites enjoy dappled shade from oaks, hickories, walnuts, and sycamores.

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

Potable Water - Seasonal

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

Gooseneck 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

NPS Road 106
Kelley Township, MO 63965

Directions

Gooseneck Campground is located roughly half an hour south of Van Buren, MO. Starting from Van Buren, head west on Highway 60. Around the 5-mile mark, turn south onto Highway C. Stay on Highway C for approximately 11 miles, then turn east onto Big Barren Creek Road. Follow this road (without turning) for about 1.2 miles. The road will eventually dead-end into Gooseneck Campground. This route requires driving on gravel roads for ~1.2 miles.

Directions Details

Additional Information & Regulations

Additional Information

Potable water is available during summer (April 15 – October 15) and deer season. After deer season, water turns off until April 15.

Cell Phone Additional Information

Cell 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

Campers and RVs line a circular drive.

A grassy campground with scattered trees and plenty of shade.

A large river mixes with a small inlet.

A campsite positioned just above the river's edge.

A grassy campsite with a woodland backdrop.

A concrete vault toilet building in a forest clearing.

A stagnant water inlet off the Current River.

A wide river flows along gravel bars and trees.

Due to the flat terrain, Gooseneck is a popular RV/camper location.
NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

Campsites further from the river offer woodland views and more room.
NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

Views of the Current River are enhanced by a variety of plant life.
NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

Campsites closer to the river offer amazing views of the water.
NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

Standard sites offer basic amenities like fire rings, picnic tables, and lantern hooks.
NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

The restroom at Gooseneck is accessible.
NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

This small inlet is a great place to see amphibians, fish, birds, and other wildlife.
NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

The Current River is a stunning sight throughout the year.
NPS Photo / Wil Marischen

Accessibility Information

ADA Information - The bathroom facility is accessible with adjacent parking. 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.

RV Allowed - Yes

Trailer Allowed - Yes

Classification - This campground is a limited development campground.