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Ozark National Scenic Riverways

Ozark National Scenic Riverways is the first national park area to protect a river system. The Current and Jacks Fork rivers are two of the finest floating rivers found anywhere. Spring-fed, cold and clear: they are a delight to canoe, swim, boat, or fish. Besides these two famous rivers, the park is home to hundreds of freshwater springs, caves, trails, and historic sites such as Alley Mill.

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Sunset picture with high vantage point overlooking river with fall colors and sun setting in distanc
Ozark National Scenic Riverways has some spectacular scenery.
A rocky "shut-in" with a modest waterfall.
Rocky Falls is a popular picnic area and swimming hole located near the center of Ozark National Scenic Riverways.
A woman paddles down a river while wearing a personal flotation device.
Floating the Current and Jacks Fork Rivers is the perfect way to enjoy the Ozarks, no matter the season.
fall colors on leaves of trees surrounding a creek with an old wooden mill on the right
Klepzig Mill is a little off the beaten path but worth the trip.
a red mill with snow on roof with a stream emanating from it.
Alley Mill is a popular destination.
brown rocks with water flowing over like a waterfall
Klepzig Mill has a series of shut-ins along the creek
A sunrise photo with blue turbulent water and a algae colored rock with trees overhanging
Big Spring produces more than 250 million gallons of water per day.
looking down through large brown/grey/purple boulders with creek in middle and forest in distance
Prairie Hollow Gorge is located near the Two Rivers junction, off State Route V.
A canoe floats down a river surrounded in fall color.
The Current River is one of the finest recreational rivers in the entire country.
A red canoe on gravel bar with clear blue stream behind and green forest
The clear water of the Current River is perfect for floating.
A canoe floats down a river surrounded in fall color.
The Current River is one of the finest recreational rivers in the entire country.

Activities

  • Auto and ATV
  • Scenic Driving
  • Astronomy
  • Stargazing
  • Boating
  • Motorized Boating
  • Camping
  • Backcountry Camping
  • Canoe or Kayak Camping
  • Car or Front Country Camping
  • Group Camping
  • RV Camping
  • Caving
  • Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Guided Tours
  • Hiking
  • Backcountry Hiking
  • Front-Country Hiking
  • Horse Trekking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hunting and Gathering
  • Gathering and Foraging
  • Hunting
  • Paddling
  • Canoeing
  • Canoe or Kayak Camping
  • Kayaking
  • Stand Up Paddleboarding
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Playground
  • Tubing
  • River Tubing
  • Swimming
  • Freshwater Swimming
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Birdwatching
  • Park Film
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store
  • Gift Shop and Souvenirs