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Pulltite

Ozark National Scenic Riverways — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: SALEM, MO, MO

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (137 reviews)

Season: Year-round

In the rolling, forested landscapes around Pulltite, 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 have plenty of scenic water activities to enjoy as well as hiking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing.The Current River flows past the campground, offering excellent canoeing, tubing, swimming and fishing. Over 130 miles of waterways exist within the park.

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

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

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

Located on the scenic Current River within the Ozark National Scenic Riverways, Pulltite offers excellent canoeing, tubing, swimming, and fishing with over 130 miles of waterways. Campers consistently praise the waterfront access, shady sites, and nice bath facilities (4.6/5 rating from 244 reviews).

Wildlife alert: Bald Eagles, Eastern Copperheads, White-tailed Deer, and American Mink present in the area.

Insider tips for Pulltite: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited availability. No hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs or tent camping. Canoe rentals available on-site for Current River activities.

Skip Pulltite if: You need RV hookups — no hookups are available at most sites.. Poor drainage is an issue during rain; tent camping carries flooding risk according to camper reports.. You prefer first-come, first-served camping — reservations are required..

Best time to visit Pulltite: Year-round — Campground operates year-round, though federal campground status requires early booking during peak seasons..

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Pulltite

Cell signal at Pulltite (SALEM, 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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    SALEM, MO, MO★ 4.5 (137 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    In the rolling, forested landscapes around Pulltite, 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 have plenty of scenic water activities to enjoy as well as hiking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing.The Current River flows past the campground, offering excellent canoeing, tubing, swimming and fishing. Over 130 miles of waterways exist within the park.

    Best for:AnglersHikersBoatersFamiliesSites:TentRV
    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonYear-round
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV60 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    ADA sites3 sites
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsShowers
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFishing
    Family & Pets
    Vault 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 RV hookups — no hookups are available at most sites.✕ Poor drainage is an issue during rain; tent camping carries flooding risk according to camper reports.✕ You prefer first-come, first-served camping — reservations are required.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a popular federal campground with limited availability.

    No hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs or tent camping.

    Canoe rentals available on-site for Current River activities.

    Best: Year-round

    Campground operates year-round, though federal campground status requires early booking during peak seasons.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

    Live
    at campground coordinates

    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, Eastern Copperheads, White-tailed Deer, and American Mink present in the area.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    573-323-4236· Ozark National Scenic Riverways
    OZAR_Campground_Operations@nps.gov
    Getting there →

    Pulltite Campground is located at the end of EE Highway. From Salem, Missouri, take Highway 19 south for 32 miles and turn right onto EE.

    Campground entrance

    Google Maps API

    Community

    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    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 Pulltite cost per night?+
    Pulltite costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Pulltite open?+
    Pulltite is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Pulltite have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Pulltite?+
    Pulltite can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Pulltite?+
    Pulltite 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 Pulltite?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Pulltite is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Pulltite open, and what are check-in times?+
    Pulltite is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $10 /night★ 4.5 (137)
    SeasonYear-round
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Round Spring

    Eminence, MO

    From $10/night

    Akers

    JADWIN, MO

    From $65/night

    Loggers Lake Campground

    Bunker, MO

    From $15/night

    Alley Spring

    VAN BUREN, MO

    From $10/night

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