Ozark National Scenic Riverways — Watercress Drive
Van Buren, MO Hours and Location
Category: National Parks
National Parks
Other Nearby Locations:
- Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site: St. Louis — 113.0 miles
- Wilson's Creek National Battlefield: Republic — 118.4 miles
- Jefferson National Expansion Memorial: St. Louis — 121.0 miles
Other Attractions Nearby:
- Dollar General: Van Buren — 0.3 miles
- Shopko Hometown: Doniphan — 27.5 miles
- Dollar Tree: Doniphan — 27.7 miles
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404 Watercress Drive
Van Buren, MO 63965Driving Directions
Phone: (573)323-4236(573)323-4236 Maps & Directions
Other Nearby Locations:
- Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site: St. Louis — 113.0 miles
- Wilson's Creek National Battlefield: Republic — 118.4 miles
- Jefferson National Expansion Memorial: St. Louis — 121.0 miles
Other Attractions Nearby:
- Dollar General: Van Buren — 0.3 miles
- Shopko Hometown: Doniphan — 27.5 miles
- Dollar Tree: Doniphan — 27.7 miles
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National Scenic Riverways
Operating Hours & Seasons
Ozark National Scenic Riverways
The park grounds are open daily, 24-hours per day. Campgrounds are restricted to campers only from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Standard Hours
- Sunday:Open 24 hours
- Monday:12:00 AM-11:00 PM
- Tuesday:12:00 AM-11:00 PM
- Wednesday:Open 24 hours
- Thursday:Open 24 hours
- Friday:Open 24 hours
- Saturday:Open 24 hours
Fees & Passes
Entrance Fees:
- $0.00 - Park entrance fee
There is no entrance fee at Ozark National Scenic Riverways.
About
More Than Just the Rivers....
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 you'll find 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.
Directions
The Headquarters for Ozark National Scenic Riverways is located at 404 Watercress Drive in Van Buren, Missouri. It's located at the corner of Watercress Drive and Main Street, across the street from the Van Buren Public School complex.
Visitor Centers
Park Headquarters Visitor Center
The Park Headquarters Visitor Center is open year-round and is located at 404 Watercress Drive in Van Buren, Missouri. The Visitor Center is located at park headquarters and contains an Eastern National sales area, park information, exhibits and a historic film made on the Current River. America the Beautiful passes can be acquired at this location. Alley Mill and General Store
Alley Mill and General Store are located at Alley Spring, west of Eminence, Missouri. Both facilities offer an Eastern National sales area and exhibits related to the Ozark culture surrounding mill communities. Round Spring Visitor Center
Round Spring Visitor Center is located north of Eminence, Missouri, on Highway 19. The visitor center is open daily from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. Tickets for the Round Spring Cave tour are sold here. Tours run daily at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and are limited to 15 participants, with tickets available in person on a first come, first serve basis 30 minutes prior to tour time. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children.
Weather
Ozark National Scenic Riverways is located in southeastern 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.
Permits and Reservations Information
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