Reservations are now open for Pulltite Campground! Group Sites 1-3 and Standard Sites 20-55 will be available starting on May 19, 2025. Sites are available by reservation only - book online at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234357 More
The following campgrounds are closed pending cleanup/repairs: Pulltite, Cedar Grove, Dee Murray, Akers, Sinking Creek, Broadfoot, and Jerktail. All other campgrounds are open as of 1/2/2025.
Waymeyer is blocked by a large number of fallen trees. The river access will be temporarily unavailable while crews clear the road. The nearby Pin Oak access is still open, though it has been eroded by recent flooding. More
Ozark National Scenic Riverways has multiple visitor centers. In the summer, most locations are open throughout the week. In fall and winter, only one or two visitor centers are open. Check the cards below for operating hours and more information.
Big Spring Entrance Station
Built in 1936 by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), this station serves as a welcome center for Big Spring. Park literature, passport stamps, and information are available at the facility. Visitors can also learn about local history through displays about the CCC.
Physical Address
Highway 103 Van Buren, MO63965
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 490 Van Buren, MO63965
Located on Highway 103 south of Van Buren Missouri.
From Van Buren, turn off Highway 60 onto Highway 103 (south). Follow the road for roughly 3 miles. After reaching the bottom of a large hill, you will see a sign for Ozark National Scenic Riverways. Past that sign, the entrance station and parking are on the right.
Current Hours (Winter Hours)
September 2–May 25
Sunday:Closed
Monday-Friday:8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday:Closed
During fall/winter, Big Spring Entrance Station is closed on weekends and federal holidays.
Standard Hours
Every Day:8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Big Spring Entrance Station is open 7 days a week between Memorial Day and Labor Day. During the off season (fall and winter), it is closed on weekends and federal holidays.
Closures & Seasonal Exceptions
Winter Hours
September 2–May 25
Sunday:Closed
Monday-Friday:8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday:Closed
During fall/winter, Big Spring Entrance Station is closed on weekends and federal holidays.
The Big Spring Entrance Station is your gateway to the CCC Historic District. NPS Photo / Shaun Heise and Logan Timm
Rangers provide information, interpret history, and answer calls from the front desk of the entrance station. NPS Photo / Logan Timm
The rustic style of the Civilian Conservation Corps defines Big Spring. NPS Photo / Logan Timm
Exhibits at Big Spring give insight to the habits, benefits, and struggles of working under the Civilian Conservation Corps. NPS Photo / Logan Timm
Alley Mill
Alley Mill is located at Alley Spring. Rangers lead guided tours of the mill or answer questions at the front desk. The facility offers an Eastern National sales area and exhibits of Ozark culture. The building itself is accessible, with ramps leading to the front door.
Physical Address
12185 Alley Hollow Road Eminence, MO65466
Mailing Address
12185 Alley Hollow Road Eminence, MO65466
Alley Mill and General Store are located at Alley Spring. Alley Spring is found 6 miles west of Eminence, Missouri, on State Highway 106.
To reach Alley Spring from Eminence, head west out of town on State Highway 106. Drive for roughly 5.5 miles, at which point you will cross a small bridge over the Jacks Fork river. Further down the road, you will see a parking lot on the right-hand side. Park there, or drive further to reach parking at the General Store. Additional ADA parking is located past the store.
Closed today
Current Hours (Off Season)
November 1–May 26
Every Day:Closed
Alley Mill is closed from November 1 to Memorial Day Weekend.
Standard Hours
Sunday:9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Monday-Thursday:9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Friday and Saturday:9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Alley Mill is open daily during the summer season, typically from Memorial Day Weekend through the end of October.
Closures & Seasonal Exceptions
Fall Season
September 1–October 31
Every Day:9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Alley Mill has slightly reduced hours during the fall season.
Off Season
November 1–May 26
Every Day:Closed
Alley Mill is closed from November 1 to Memorial Day Weekend.
The Historic Alley Roller Mill is open during the summer months for visitation. Patty Wheatley-Bishop
Alley Spring is a stunning location year-round. It is no wonder settlers chose to live here decades ago. NPS Photo / Wil Marischen
The wooden interior of the mill tells the story of settler life in the Ozarks. The craftsmanship is apparent in every plank and machine. NPS Photo
The machinery inside the mill was used for demonstrations for years. They have since been shut down to protect the mill's foundation. NPS Photo
The craftsmanship of the roller mills is amazing even by today's standards. NPS Photo
Various exhibits are on display at Alley Mill. This Leffel turbine is originally from Klepzig Mill. NPS Photo
Alley General Store
Alley General Store is part of the Alley historic community and features Ozark cultural exhibits, cooperating association merchandise sales, and an informational contact station. A 24 hour passport stamping station is located on the screened porch.
Physical Address
12185 Alley Hollow Road Eminence, MO65466
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 490 Van Buren, MO63965
The Alley General Store is located just off State Highway 106, six miles west of Eminence, MO. When driving on 106, look for the sign reading "Visitor Information."
Closed today
Current Hours (Winter Hours)
November 1–May 25
Every Day:Closed
The Alley General Store is typically closed in fall/winter. Give the store a call at (573) 226-3945 to check availability.
Standard Hours
Every Day:9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Alley General Store is open from Memorial Day through the end of October. The store is closed during fall/winter.
Closures & Seasonal Exceptions
Winter Hours
November 1–May 25
Every Day:Closed
The Alley General Store is typically closed in fall/winter. Give the store a call at (573) 226-3945 to check availability.
Round Spring Ranger Station, located along the Current River, serves the upper third of Ozark National Scenic Riverways. This station offers park literature, trip planning advice, and cave tour tickets. Exhibits and videos make this a great place to learn about the park's rivers and caves.
Physical Address
13209 Round Spring Campground Rd Eminence, MOMO 65466
Mailing Address
13209 Round Spring Campground Rd Eminence, MOMO 65466
Round Spring Ranger Station can be found on Highway 19, about 12.4 miles north of Eminence, MO. From Eminence, simply drive north on Highway 19 until you reach Round Spring.
The station is located near the family campground, on the south end of a two-lane bridge. There is parking in front of the building (on top of the hill) and below the building (at the bottom of the hill).
Closed today
Current Hours (Off Season)
September 2–May 25
Every Day:Closed
Round Spring Ranger Station is closed during the off season. During this time, visitors should instead visit the Big Spring Entrance Station.
Standard Hours
Every Day:8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Round Spring Ranger Station is open for visitation during the summer season. Keep in mind that the ranger station may briefly close when rangers perform tasks outside the building.
Closures & Seasonal Exceptions
Off Season
September 2–May 25
Every Day:Closed
Round Spring Ranger Station is closed during the off season. During this time, visitors should instead visit the Big Spring Entrance Station.
Round Spring Ranger Station offers interpretation and trip planning during the summer season. Come talk with our rangers! NPS Photo / Wil Marischen
Visitors to Round Spring Ranger Station can see a model representing Round Spring Cave. NPS Photo / Wil Marischen
Visitors can get cave tickets and information at Round Spring Ranger Station. NPS Photo / Wil Marischen
While the surrounding area is open year-round, Round Spring Ranger Station is closed in winter. NPS Photo / Wil Marischen
Pulltite Ranger Station
Pulltite Ranger Station is located next to Pulltite Campground. The facility offers a "Kids Center" with puppets, books, and other play materials. Adults can enjoy short park films and charging stations. Restrooms and showers are available at this location.
Physical Address
31104 County Rd EE-356 Salem, MO65560
Mailing Address
31104 County Rd EE-356 Salem, MO65560
Pulltite Ranger Station is found past the end of State Highway EE, north of Eminence, Missouri.
To reach Pulltite from Eminence: Drive north for about 17 miles on Highway 19. There will be an intersection with Highway EE. Turn west onto EE and follow the road for about 4 miles. The station will be on your left, near the river.
Closed today
Every Day:Closed
Pulltite Ranger Station is open intermittently during the summer season, typically on weekend afternoons. However, there is no set schedule. The nearby camp store (concessioner-owned) is open most days in the summer.
Visitors looking for interpretation, information, or directions should instead visit the Round Spring Ranger Station, about 15 minutes away.
Pulltite Ranger Station is a great place to stop on a "slow" day! Kids can find entertainment and crafts, and adults can relax in the air conditioning. NPS Photo / Wil Marischen
Last updated: November 1, 2024
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Contact Info
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 490
Van Buren,
MO
63965
Phone:
(573) 323-4236
Call (573) 323-4236 for Big Spring Entrance Station, located south of Van Buren, MO.
Call (573) 226-3945 for the Alley Spring General Store, located west of Eminence, MO.
Call (573) 858-3297 for Round Spring Ranger Station, located north of Eminence, MO.
