Akers

Ozark National Scenic Riverways — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: JADWIN, MO, MO

Price: From $65 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (10 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Two of America’s clearest spring-fed rivers combine to create the Ozark National Scenic Riverways in the rolling, forested landscape of Akers. Visitors to the campground enjoy various water activities, as well as hiking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing. This group campground is open year round with limited facilities in the off season.Known for its caves, springs, sinkholes and losing streams, the Ozark National Scenic Riverways have over 300 identified caves within its boundaries.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/akers to be notified when sites open up.

Nearby campgrounds: Pulltite (SALEM, MO), Round Spring (Eminence, MO), Loggers Lake Campground (Bunker, MO), Alley Spring (VAN BUREN, MO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Akers

Cell signal at Akers (JADWIN, MO): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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JADWIN, MO, MO★ 4.3 (10 reviews)From $65/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Two of America’s clearest spring-fed rivers combine to create the Ozark National Scenic Riverways in the rolling, forested landscape of Akers. Visitors to the campground enjoy various water activities, as well as hiking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing. This group campground is open year round with limited facilities in the off season.Known for its caves, springs, sinkholes and losing streams, the Ozark National Scenic Riverways have over 300 identified caves within its boundaries.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

Straight talk

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Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Location

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Getting there →

Akers Campground is 20 miles (32 km) south of Salem, Missouri. From Salem, take Highway 19 south 4 miles (6.4 km). Turn right on Highway KK for 16 miles (26 km) to Akers Group Campground. The campground is 1/2 mile (.8 km) north of Akers Ferry (junction of Highways K and KK).

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Ozark National Scenic Riverways fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Ozark National Scenic Riverways before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Akers cost per night?+
Akers costs $65 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Akers open?+
Akers is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Akers have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Akers?+
Akers is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Akers?+
Akers is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Akers?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Akers is rated weak. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Akers open, and what are check-in times?+
Akers is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$65 /night★ 4.3 (10)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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