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Extends along 134 miles of the Current (100 miles) and Jacks Fork (34 miles) Rivers in the Ozark Highlands of southeastern Missouri. The rivers are identified both federally and by the state as Outstanding Natural Resource Waters, affording them the highest level of protection. Typified by narrow steep-sided hollows, numerous streams, and bluffs. Much of area is underlain by soluble limestone and dolomite, giving rise to sinkholes, caves, and springs of classic karst topography.

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Big Spring

Over 286 million gallons of water flow from Big Spring each day, making it one of the world's largest. Enjoy hiking, camping and picnicking.

Van Buren, MO Recreation

Big Springs Canoe and Tube Rental

RV sites, tent sites, swimming, fishing, toilets, shower, and store.

Van Buren, MO Campgrounds

Hawthorne Landing

Canoe and Tube Floats on Current River. RV sites, tent sites, electricity, fishing, toilets, shower, and store.

Van Buren, MO Float Trips

Ozark National Scenic Riverways, National Park Service

Extends along 134 miles of the Current (100 miles) and Jacks Fork (34 miles)

Van Buren, MO Recreation

Hidden Log Cabin Museum

Covered log cabin from 1872. Once inside one becomes a member of a society that existed more than 100 years ago. Ozark history lessons are countless.

Van Buren, MO Museums

Things to do near Van Buren, MO

The Tom Kennon Blacksmith Shop

A working blacksmith shop, home to an active community forge group. Blacksmithing demonstrations on most Saturday mornings f...

Blue Springs Ranch

Float trips, camping, cabins, RV, trail rides, swimming, hiking, hayrides, restaurants, fishing, pavilion, country store....

Arrowhead Campground

RV sites, tent sites, electricity, swimming, fishing, toilets, shower, playground, and ADA accessible. ...

Indian Trail Conservation Area

Area covers 13,503 sq. mi. in N.E. Dent County. Former site of Sligo Iron Co. Fishing, camping, hiking, picnicking, and natur...

Arlington RV Campground

RV sites, tent sites, electricity, swimming, fishing, trails, toilets, shower, playground, and store. ADA accessible....