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    Ozark

    National Scenic Riverways Missouri

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  • Closings and service reductaions due to Federal Budget Cuts announced.

    The public will experience reduced hours and services provided by Ozark National Scenic Riverways due to the budget cuts that became effective March 1, 2013. Please check back often for further details or changes. List of closed facilities, click "MORE." More »

Guided Tours

Alley Mill: You can visit the historic Alley Mill anytime, the grounds are always open. The building itself is open everyday during the summer months. Tours by request. Demonstrations of the milling equipment take place daily at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm. Free.

Campfire Programs: Rangers present slide shows on a variety of fascinating subjects involving the nature and history of the Ozarks. They are held each Friday and Saturday (from Memorial Day through Labor Day only) at 8:30 pm in the amphitheaters at Alley Spring and Big Spring campgrounds. Free.

Round Spring Cave: The sequestration includes eliminating Round Spring Cave tours for summer 2013. Please check back to this page for the latest information or updates. Let park rangers take you on an adventure to the wonders below your feet! Cave tours are held daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm. Tickets are $5.00 for adults, $2.00 for children under 12, and go on sale 30 minutes before each tour. Schools should call 573-323-8093 to arrange educational tours. PLEASE do not bring any clothing, equipment, lights or anything else that has ever been in another cave into Round Spring Cave. This is to help control the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a fatal disease of bats.

Junior Ranger Program: ask a ranger or campground host for a free Junior Ranger book. Complete the self-paced activities and turn it in at a Campfire Program, the Alley Mill or Big Spring and get the Official Junior Ranger badge you've earned!
Call 573-323-4236 for more information.
 

Did You Know?

Folks canoeing on the Current River.

Ozark National Scenic Riverways has two of the finest canoeing rivers in the Midwest. The spring fed Current and Jacks Fork Rivers provide a fun way to get closer to nature and build family memories. More at www.nps.gov/ozar More...