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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 »

Nearby Recreation Areas

Horseback riders on Conservation Department land

Horseback riding is fun, but remember that horses are allowed on designated horse trails only.

The Ozark National Scenic Riverways is located near several other outdoor recreation resources operated by a variety of State and Federal agencies. You may wish to explore them as well!

Please remember that each area may be operated somewhat differently, that different agencies may have differing philosophies, rules and regulations governing their lands. Visit their websites for the latest information.

  • Montauk State Park Montauk State Park

  • Mark Twain National Forest Mark Twain National Forest

Did You Know?

thick stand of rivercane, which looks like bamboo.

Cane brakes are thick stands of rivercane, which is much like bamboo. The endangered Swainson's Warbler nests in these thickets. Many stands have been lost to reservoir impoundments throughout the South, but many stands are protected at Ozark National Scenic Riverways. More at www.nps.gov/ozar More...