Big Spring Campground, MO - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Big Spring Campground in Carter County is located 1 hr 44 min southwest of Farmington, MO with an elevation of 453 feet. There are a total of 132 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 119 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 76 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 29 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $140.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, ramada, pay telephone, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.

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4.2 out of 5

5 star		54%
4 star		24%
3 star		8%
2 star		8%
1 star		5%

@FredS6254826 · Camped on Apr 15, 2026 at Campsite #114

Bathrooms and showers were very clean. Was very quiet. Flies and gnats were plentiful though.

Excellent

@PamelaW8258300 · Camped on Apr 14, 2026 at Campsite #226

This campground is along a long beautiful road in, just know it has big hills and one tough corner. There were big rigs and we have a 34 ft Skoolie so nothing to stop you just a heads up. The campground could be so much nicer if they kept up on it better! I'm not sure if they are understaffed or if there's simply no desire to do what is lacking. The tables are all in odd places and we watched them push them aside into the treas to cut the grass and leave them so they're unusable unless you have two people strong enough to move them. The fire pits are not cleaned out and they have dead trees hanging out over campsites. The good parts are the natural spring adjacent to the campus is amazing, they have hot and cold showers and lots of spaces. Just read the info for each site as only 1 loop has electric and it gets pretty crowded in a wknd.

Good

@sandrae2740691 · Camped on Apr 4, 2026 at Campsite #207

Fun day!

@DanaM9616805 · Camped on Apr 2, 2026 at Campsite #216

Very quiet and clean campground. Camped the first week of April, so it was quite empty. Trails were nice and made it easy to get to the gravel bars. Fun catching the smaller size fish, small mouth bass and sun fish. Wish some campsites had water hook-up and electric. The one strange thing about the sites, the firepit might be on the side of your camper without the door. I will pay closer attention to that next time. The drive to campground is a paved road all the way.

@DustinH7713849 · Camped on Mar 21, 2026 at Campsite #116

Absolutely beautiful place, this was our second time here and we will definitely be back!!!!

@JamesL2887084 · Camped on Mar 21, 2026 at Campsite #206

Hidden beauty. Sites are mostly shorter but with room and trees around. Sandy tail to river from campground. No water or sewer at site but can fill up. Has a dump station that opens during the season. The spring itself was very nice. Affordable little place for a few nights.

@MichaelW684875 · Camped on Mar 20, 2026 at Campsite #118

Campground and Riverway was great .

Good

@RandyS2849638 · Camped on Mar 17, 2026 at Campsite #221

We had a great 5 day stay at Big Springs. We were so thankful that they were open! We needed to meet our Granddaughter in the area and it is so hard to find camping before April 1st. The facilities were very nice. The showers were even open. Van Buren was only 5 to 10 minutes away for any supplies needed. We have been to the Springs many times and it is always impressive. We also drove an hour or so and very much enjoyed Johnson's Shut-Ins and Elephant Rock. True Wonders!

Excellent

@MichaelW684875 · Camped on Mar 16, 2026 at Campsite #116

Beautiful spring and river .

Good

@NealH54D991625 · Camped on Mar 12, 2026 at Campsite #228

Winding steep road in, but once there what a great spot. Nice sites, super quiet, clean bathrooms and 2 bars Verizon service. The place was quite empty in mid-March with only 4 or 5 other sites were occupied.

@DebraC1743C063 · Camped on Mar 11, 2026 at Campsite #103

Beautiful!!

@ScottD5141264 · Camped on Jan 16, 2026 at Campsite #210

Fresh water hydrant is inaccessible for filling an RV In the of season.

Good

@TimothyD312193 · Camped on Jan 11, 2026 at Campsite #218

Park was clean and quiet. The camp host was very helpful.

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@Christoph37654 · Camped on Jan 2, 2026 at Campsite #103

Clean restrooms and site are well maintained. Highly recommenced

Good

@AngieHBA92955A · Camped on Dec 27, 2025 at Campsite #212

We were pleased to find the restrooms in the 200 loop open, warm, and clean in December. We look forward to staying in one of the renovated cabins and dining at the lodge.

Excellent

@SharonW8755039 · Camped on Nov 26, 2025 at Campsite #210

Nice, clean, and spacious campground. Right by the rivers edge and plenty of trails to follow. Less than five minutes away from the big Spring. This was a great campsite and Im sure Ill visit it again.

Good

@Christina18556 · Camped on Nov 26, 2025 at Campsite #112

The campsite was amazing and weather was great for being late November! Freshly paved roads helped the drive through the winding roads and the views are amazing! The hot showers were a delight to come back to after a short hike to the springs even though you did have to share them with some ladybugs ( but that's camping.) If you have to go to town for something they are all so helpful and nice. Definitely making this a summer destination. Van Buren/ Big Springs my family and I will be back soon.

Excellent

@ElenaN08826483 · Camped on Nov 26, 2025 at Campsite #212

Great spot for late fall visit. Trees super pretty. Spot 212 perfect for a walk down to the river. Bathrooms close by and shower house a quick drive over.

Excellent

@ThomasP9156982 · Camped on Nov 9, 2025 at Campsite #218

Really enjoyed this gem of a park up in the Ozarks.

@KathleenW46740 · Camped on Nov 2, 2025 at Campsite #205

We came in early November. only a few campers around, beautiful weather, warm days, cool nights. Since we were in an RV, and self-contained, the lack of shower and toilet was not a problem. We enjoyed the colrs and full moon. I love Autumn, and this was a chance to see a part of Missouri I'd never seen before.

Good

@JamesD3491200 · Camped on Nov 1, 2025 at Campsite #207

Big Spring is one of Missouris most beautiful natural wonders a must-see if youre anywhere near the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. The sheer power and clarity of the water are breathtaking; its amazing to stand by the spring and watch gallons rush out of the rock every second.The park area is peaceful and well-kept, perfect for families, photographers, or anyone who just wants to unplug for a while. There are picnic tables, short walking trails, and a scenic overlook along the river thats great for pictures.If you enjoy the outdoors, bring sturdy shoes for the trails and a camera for the blue-green water near the mouth of the spring its stunning in early morning light. Canoeing, kayaking, and tubing are also popular nearby on the Current River, and Van Buren has small local diners worth checking out after a day on the water.

Good

@BrandyH3435734 · Camped on Oct 28, 2025 at Campsite #216

Definitely a place I would love to come back to. It was the end of October so it was empty. Freshly paved roads and pads. The only thing was the picnic table and firepit are on the driverside when backed in, so kinda awkward.

Good

@JesseO05234A38 · Camped on Oct 20, 2025 at Campsite #225

Peaceful setting. Note that Campground is being renovated - re-leveling campsites and resurfacing roads

@JeffJB6D8A874D · Camped on Oct 17, 2025 at Campsite #103

Big Spring Campground had a great dark sky festival, the newly paved campground loop was nice, the bathrooms were clean despite the USG shutdown, and the hot showers were nice!

Excellent

@AndyW4975919 · Camped on Oct 16, 2025 at Campsite #210

Spring is easy to access and awe-inspiring. CCC lodge is pretty awesome also. Campground was nice.

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