What are the hours at Ozark National Scenic Riverways?

Mon: All Day; Tue: All Day; Wed: All Day; Thu: All Day; Fri: All Day; Sat: All Day; Sun: All Day (Ozark National Scenic Riverways)

Does Ozark National Scenic Riverways require a reservation?

No timed-entry or vehicle reservation is required to enter Ozark National Scenic Riverways. Individual tours, campgrounds, or backcountry permits may still need to be booked separately.

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Is Ozark National Scenic Riverways open right now?

Q: Is Ozark National Scenic Riverways open right now?

As of October 14, 2026, Ozark National Scenic Riverways is partially closed. Round Spring Pavilion Parking Area Closed

National Scenic Riverways · MO

Partially closed

Ozark National Scenic Riverways is partially closed.

Why this statusRound Spring Pavilion Parking Area Closed

Last checked Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:58 GMT

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Type: National Scenic Riverways
State: MO
Nearest town: Eminence

About Ozark National Scenic Riverways

Ozark National Scenic Riverways is the first national park area to protect a river system. The Current and Jacks Fork rivers are two of the finest floating rivers found anywhere. Spring-fed, cold and clear: they are a delight to canoe, swim, boat, or fish. Besides these two famous rivers, the park is home to hundreds of freshwater springs, caves, trails, and historic sites such as Alley Mill.

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Visitor info

AddressMultiple locations - Alley Spring Visitor Center: 12185 Alley Hollow Road, Eminence, MO 65466, Big Spring Entrance Station: Hwy 103, Van Buren, MO 63965, Administrative Headquarters: 404 Watercress Drive, Van Buren MO 63965, Van Buren, MO 63965

Phone(573) 323-4236

Websitewww.nps.gov/ozar/index.htm ↗

Hours

Mon	All Day
Tue	All Day
Wed	All Day
Thu	All Day
Fri	All Day
Sat	All Day
Sun	All Day

Ozark National Scenic Riverways

Getting thereVisitor centers can be found at the following locations: Big Spring Entrance Station - 3 miles south of Van Buren on Highway 103 Alley Mill & Store - 12185 Alley Hollow Road Round Spring Ranger Station - 13209 Round Spring Campground Rd Administrative offices for Ozark National Scenic Riverways are located at 404…

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How we read this status

We derive Ozark National Scenic Riverways's status from the National Park Service's own alerts and operating hours, refreshed hourly — this is our reading, not an official determination. As of the last check: Round Spring Pavilion Parking Area Closed Full method: how we check park status.