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Round Spring Campground is a hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a serene retreat in the heart of Missouri's rolling hills. Located near Eminence, MO, within the Mark Twain National Forest, this campground offers a peaceful environment surrounded by nature. Whether you're camping with family, friends, or solo, Round Spring Campground provides a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience for your next adventure.
Here, you'll find a variety of camping options, including RV sites with full hookups and dump stations, as well as tent-only campsites. The campground features basic amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, drinking water, and vault toilets. While the National Forest's maintenance is limited, visitors appreciate the natural beauty and quiet atmosphere during the off-season.
Round Spring Campground is perfect for those who enjoy hiking, fishing, birdwatching, and exploring the nearby trails. The campground is also pet-friendly, allowing your furry friends to join in on the adventure. With its secluded location, you'll experience a true escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
- Secluded Location: Nestled in the Mark Twain National Forest, offering a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature.
- RV Sites: Full hookups available for RV campers with dump stations on-site.
- Tent Campsites: Small but suitable for 2-4 person tents; ideal for compact camping setups.
- Amenities: Picnic tables, fire rings, drinking water, and vault toilets provided.
Customer Feedback: Visitors have praised Round Spring Campground for its tranquil environment during the off-season, often finding themselves with plenty of space to enjoy their stay. However, some reviews note concerns about the National Forest's maintenance, particularly regarding road conditions and campsites that could use improvement. Additionally, guests mention the presence of raccoons but appreciate the friendly cat that roams the area.
Gallery
Service options
Onsite services
Highlights
Picnics
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
RV electric hookup
Activities
Hiking
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
Children
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Parking
Free parking lot
On-site parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Larry Malcom
Nov 07
Great campground in the off season. We had the place to ourselves. However, the National Forest is not taking care of the park which is evident in the roads and campsites.
timmy d
Aug 29
Decent campground for a nights stay. very small camping spot, suitable for two 4 person tents. raccoons are not scared at all though. they did have a friendly cat that came over.
Happy Trails
Jun 10
Round Spring Campground is a Missouri hidden gem located in the heart of the Ozark Mountains. The National Forest is located next to the Current River and is home to an amazing Cave. Make sure to attend the cave tour at a very low cost that is guided by the National Park Rangers. Another local secret, very an amazing Firefly show in the month of June, earlier the better from the Ozark Trail Bridge that crosses the Current River. I guarantee you've seen nothing like it.
Holly
Oct 18
Beautiful campground in a gorgeous area. Clean/updated bathrooms/showers - probably the best campground bathrooms I've encountered. We came here in October, and there was only one other couple camping here, so it was very quiet. The springs were incredible to see. The cave was closed by this time of year. I am from Iowa, and I had no idea southern MO had so much beauty.
Angie Caldwell
Sep 28
If you're new to the Missouri and Current River area, you'll definitely want to camp here. Or put in the river to float. Access is easy. The camping spots are well-marked and clean. The bathrooms and showers are fantastic.