Alley Spring

Ozark National Scenic Riverways — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: VAN BUREN, MO, MO

Price: From $10 per night

Price range: $10–$20 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (294 reviews)

Season: Year-round

The rolling, forested landscape around Alley Spring is where two of America’s most beautiful spring-fed rivers combine to make up the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. As the first national park area to protect a wild river system, visitors are able to enjoy various water activities as well as hiking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing.Canoeing, tubing, swimming and fishing are popular activities on the vast waterways in the region, with over 130 miles (209 km) of water trails. Canoe and kayak

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Fishing

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

Alley Spring sits where two spring-fed rivers merge to form the Ozark National Scenic Riverways, offering 130+ miles of water access for canoeing, tubing, and fishing alongside hiking and horseback riding in a rolling forested landscape.

Wildlife alert: Bald Eagles present in the area; also watch for native plant species including Riddell's Goldenrod and Zigzag Bladderwort.

Insider tips for Alley Spring: Book well in advance — federal campgrounds fill quickly, especially during peak season. No RV hookups available at most sites, so bring a self-contained RV or plan accordingly. Access water activities directly; the campground sits on two spring-fed rivers with 130+ miles of recreational waterways.

Skip Alley Spring if: You need full RV hookups — this campground has none.. You prefer spontaneous camping — federal sites require advance reservations..

Best time to visit Alley Spring: Year-round — Campground operates year-round, but book early as it's a federal campground with high demand..

Nearby campgrounds: Round Spring (Eminence, MO), Two Rivers (EMINENCE, MO), Pulltite (SALEM, MO), Akers (JADWIN, MO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Alley Spring

Cell signal at Alley Spring (VAN BUREN, MO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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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VAN BUREN, MO, MO★ 4.4 (294 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The rolling, forested landscape around Alley Spring is where two of America’s most beautiful spring-fed rivers combine to make up the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. As the first national park area to protect a wild river system, visitors are able to enjoy various water activities as well as hiking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing.Canoeing, tubing, swimming and fishing are popular activities on the vast waterways in the region, with over 130 miles (209 km) of water trails. Canoe and kayak rentals and outfitters can be found nearby.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV64 ft
Hookups30 electric sites
ADA sites3 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Flush Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

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

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need full RV hookups — this campground has none.✕ You prefer spontaneous camping — federal sites require advance reservations.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book well in advance

federal campgrounds fill quickly, especially during peak season.

No RV hookups available at most sites, so bring a self-contained RV or plan accordingly.

Access water activities directly; the campground sits on two spring-fed rivers with 130+ miles of recreational waterways.

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round, but book early as it's a federal campground with high demand.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Bald Eagles present in the area; also watch for native plant species including Riddell's Goldenrod and Zigzag Bladderwort.

Location

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Getting there →

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

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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Alley Spring cost per night?+
Alley Spring costs $10–$20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Alley Spring open?+
Alley Spring is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Alley Spring have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Alley Spring?+
Alley Spring can accommodate RVs up to 64 feet.
How do I make reservations at Alley Spring?+
Alley Spring 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 Alley Spring?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Alley Spring is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Alley Spring open, and what are check-in times?+
Alley Spring is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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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
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$10 /night★ 4.4 (294)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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