Ozark National Scenic Riverways

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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.

Quick Facts

State Missouri
Designation National Scenic Riverways
State Code MO
Weather Ozark National Scenic Riverways is located in southeastern Missouri. Summer temperatures generally range from 75-100 degrees (°F) with high humidity. Winter temperatures generally range from 0-50 (°F) degrees with periods…

Operating Hours

Generally, the park grounds are open 24-hours a day throughout the year. Some visitor centers will have different hours depending on season and staff availability. Likewise, certain roads, trails, or river access points may be seasonally closed.

Wednesday All Day
Monday All Day
Thursday All Day
Sunday All Day
Tuesday All Day
Friday All Day
Saturday All Day

Activities

Auto and ATV Scenic Driving Astronomy Stargazing Boating Motorized Boating Camping Backcountry Camping Canoe or Kayak Camping Car or Front Country Camping Group Camping RV Camping Caving Fishing Freshwater Fishing Fly Fishing Guided Tours Hiking Backcountry Hiking Front-Country Hiking Horse Trekking Horseback Riding Hunting and Gathering Gathering and Foraging Hunting Paddling Canoeing Canoe or Kayak Camping Kayaking Stand Up Paddleboarding Junior Ranger Program Playground Tubing River Tubing Swimming Freshwater Swimming Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Park Film Shopping Bookstore and Park Store Gift Shop and Souvenirs

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