The Alley Spring Campground at Ozark National Scenic Riverway is located in Eminence, Missouri.
It is a large, developed campground with 162 campsites available year-round.
Alley Spring Campground in Ozark National Scenic Riverway - Missouri
The Ozark National Scenic Riverways is a unique national park that encompasses the rolling, forested landscape around Alley Spring, where two of America's most beautiful spring-fed rivers combine.
This protected area is known for being the first national park to preserve a wild river system and offers visitors a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, horseback riding, wildlife watching, and water-based activities.
The park's location and natural beauty have led to the development of numerous campgrounds, including the popular Alley Spring Campground.
The campsite provides ample opportunities to explore the park's surroundings and enjoy its natural beauty.
Ozark National Scenic Riverway Entrance Fee
Ozark National Scenic Riverway does not charge an entrance fee!
Learn more about National Park Passes for parks that have an entrance fee.
$80.00 - For the America the Beautiful/National Park Pass. The pass covers entrance fees to all US National Park Sites and over 2,000 Federal Recreation Fee Sites for an entire year and covers everyone in the car for per-vehicle sites and up to 4 adults for per-person sites.
Buy your pass at this link, and REI will donate 10% of pass proceeds to the National Forest Foundation, National Park Foundation, and the U.S. Endowment for Forestry & Communities.
National Park Free Entrance Days -Mark your calendars with the five free entrance days the National Park Service offers annually.
Alley Spring Campground Camping Fees
Campsite Cost:
Summer (April 15 to October 15) electric site camping fee- $30.00
Summer (April 15 to October 15) non-electric camping site fee-$20.00
Summer Group Site Fee - $140.00
Summer (April 15-October 15) Cluster site fee: $45.00
Summer Pavilion Reservation Fee $30.00
Winter (October 16 to April 14) electric campsite fee - $20.00
Winter ( October 16 to April 14) non-electric campsite fee - $10.00
Alley Spring Campground Reservations
Are Campground Reservations Available? Yes
Phone Number? 877-444-6777
Online? http://www.recreation.gov
How Far Ahead can you make a reservation?
Campsites are available for reservations between April 15 through October 15.
October 16 through April 14 is first-come, first-served.
Reservations can be made between 7 days to 6 months before your arrival.
First Come, First Served? Some campsites may be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Campground Map
General Information about Alley Spring Campground
Season: Open year-round
Number of Sites: 162, 28 Electric hookups, 3 group campsites
Location in the park: Alley Spring Campground is located on the bank of the Jacks Fork River, approximately 6 miles west of Eminence, MO, on State Highway 106, within the Ozark National Scenic Riverways.
Campground Address: 11544 Alley Spring Residence Road
Eminence, MO 65466
Ozark National Riverway Phone Number: (573)323-4236
Latitude/Longitude: 37° 8' 49.9920" N 91° 26' 58.9920" W
Campground Elevation: 676 feet
Accessible Sites: Alley Spring has 2 accessible campsites, including campsite 609, which has water and 50 amp service available
Alley Spring Activities/Attractions
The campground is located near the historic Alley Mill and Alley Spring. This is a spot to definitely bring your camera! There is also a visitor Center next to the Mill.
Campers have a wealth of activities to keep them busy, including interpretative programs, hiking trails, a day use area, wildlife viewing opportunities, horseback riding, and biking. Additional highlights include watersports like swimming, kayaking, boating, and canoeing.
Campground Amenities
Potable Water? Potable Water - Seasonal
Bear Boxes: No
Flush Toilets: Flush Toilets - year-round
Laundry/Showers: No Laundry. Showers are free seasonal and hot-water showers available year round.
Is WIFI available? No
Is Cellular Phone Service Available? No
Is a camp host available on-site? Yes, Seasonal
Is firewood available for purchase? Yes, Seasonal
Ampithitheater: Yes
Amenities at each campsite:
Fire pit/Fire ring available in the site? Yes
Picnic Table available in the site? Yes
Lantern Post: Yes
Don't forget to pack
Insect repellent is always a great idea outdoors, especially around any body of water.
We use Permethrin Spray on our clothes before our park trips. Please read my article on preventing biting insects while enjoying the outdoors.
Sunscreen - I buy environmentally friendly sunscreen whenever possible because you inevitably pull it out at the beach.
Bring your water bottle and plenty of water with you. Plastic water bottles are not sold in the park.
Sunglasses - I always bring sunglasses with me. I personally love Goodr sunglasses because they are lightweight, durable, and have awesome National Park Designs from several National Parks like Joshua Tree, Yellowstone, Hawaii Volcanoes, Acadia, Denali, and more!
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Binoculars/Spotting Scope - These will help spot birds and wildlife and make them easier to identify. We tend to see waterfowl in the distance, and they are always just a bit too far to identify them without binoculars.
RV Sites/Camping at Alley Spring Campground
Hookups: Yes,
RV Length: 25 ft
Generators: Generators are allowed outside of Quiet Hours as long as they are not excessively loud.
Dump Station: Yes, Year-Round
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How to get to Campground
From the east on US Highway 60, turn north on Missouri Highway 19 in the town of Winona. Continue north 12 miles to the town of Eminence. From Eminence, Alley Spring Campground is located five minutes west of State Highway 106.
From Mountain View, travel 19 miles east from Mountain View on US Highway 60 and turn north on County Highway E. Go north on E for 10 miles until you reach State Highway 106, then turn west on 106 for two miles. The Alley Spring Campground is on the south side of Highway 106.
Campground Regulations
The maximum number of people in a campsite: 6
The number of cars per campsite: 2
Equipment Allowed: 2 Tents or 1RV plus 1 tent
Check-in time: 1:00 PM
Checkout time: 12:00 PM
Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Pets Allowed: Yes
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