This was was going to be a spot where we would recreate for a while because it's a camp ground,…read morefull hook up Rv park, picnic spot with grills, rest rooms, boating with fishing and just a nice place to spend some time. Wrong because they had some serious rain before I came down and the spillway which never spilled in like 70 years spilled big time and took out the valley and everything was flooded with roads closed etc. the whole area all over every where we drove and I mean 25 miles had flooding everywhere. The usual clear water was dirty brown so I don't know you begin to catch fish. The grounds and ramps were under water so I don't know why you would want to launch a boat since you don't know what your motor will get snagged on. Overall this was a nice place so I'm adding them to Yelp so everyone can see how beautiful the place is and a web link to check out. This is a really nice place when it's not all messed up and would make a beautiful camp/Rv spot, my timing was just bad.

It's always a good place to camp and float been going here for over 30 Years and Jeffs canoe is…read morethe best

Great river and great place! Not a bad price either. Somewhat easy to find and felt well taken…read morecare of. We will be back the river is just wonderful!

My family came here every year when I was a kid, but I had only been back once since then because…read moremy own family does not include camp enthusiasts. I was impressed! For $5 a person parking/admittance, we joined some others at their campsite for the day. The sites were well-maintained, the rocky beach was clean, and it was a joy to spend the day on the cool river. We didn't need floats, but TRL had them available for rent, had we wanted them. Afterward, we visited the shower houses (which were pretty clean), cooked dinner on our grill, and watched the kids play on the playground. Before returning our day passes, we looked around the general store at the t-shirt, river toys, rafts, and more, followed by two scoops of hard ice cream in waffle cones. I would definitely come back, and I wouldn't recommend this campground to anyone looking to enjoy the river. Tech notes: I had Verizon 4G at the general store and at the campsite, but I was roaming at the river. There are two Pokestops near the general store.

We enjoyed a beautiful day floating on the Black River in Lesterville with Twin Rivers Landing…read more This is out favorite river to float and always use Twin Rivers. Their equipment is always in excellent condition and their service is great. This trip was exceptional because they had just had a terrible storm over night and the owners had been up all night. The resort water was out, their internet was out. They were still awesome. Even though the river was up and a little fast, we had a great day!

TERRIBLE, When we got to our room it smelt horrid and there was a spider in the bed and the carpet…read morewas VERY VERY dirty. when we switched a rooms the other cabin was still dirty. the cleaning lady/man NEEDS to get fired.

A great campground from which to launch your float trip adventure! Situated near the Current…read moreRiver, you can park your tent right on the river for great vistas and for a quick walk home after your long float. My only complaint is that some of the ground is rock-hard, so you'll bend your tent stakes while trying to secure your tent, but once you find some soft earth, you're all set.

This place is a hidden gem of Missouri. It is ALWAYS a clean place to stay whether you stay in the…read morecabins or the lodge. I highly recommend getting your family to book a cabin and spend a couple days here and don't forget to float while you're here as well. In the cabins there are full kitchens and the lodge is just housing. In the back of the lodge there is a bluff with the river that flows behind it. It's truly so beautiful I can't recommend it enough. So many bike trials, walking trails as well as a park for kids, amphitheater and wild horses. Definitely recommend you check this place out asap. But hurry it books up fast! If you look up Echo Bluff State Park on Tik Tok or Facebook you'll find videos and photos as well!

Such a beautiful and peaceful place. So much greenery, butterflies with the feel of being the only…read moreone around. The water at the origination of the spring is freezing...like take your breath away when you jump in lol, but so fun. There is area to walk across and into the warmer water that connects the river itself. We easily spent hours here and I can't wait to go back.

I like camping so much, that I flew all the way to Missouri to do it! After meeting up with some…read morefriends who lived near St. Louis, we drove two hours into the Missouri interior (listening to Metallica all the way) and arrived at the Black River for the campground's annual Float Trip. Talk about gettin' your Midwest on! I soon learned that this float trip has been going on for at least 25 years (many of the patrons go every year), and every year, the float trip has a theme. When I went last year, it was a Mardi Gras theme, so everyone was wearing beads and periodically yelling "Woooooooooo!" for no particular reason. The good times were infectious, as I soon found myself yelling "Woooooooooo!" for no particular reason either. There's an old yellow school bus that picks you up at 9am in the morning, you get on and it drops you off at the head of the river, which is very shallow. That was an adventure in and of itself. You know you're partying when the guy sitting next to you pukes on the way to the drop off point. You have your choice of renting canoes, or these big 10-person raft-like things. It takes about 7 hours to float down this slow, shallow river, and all the while people are splashing about or chilling on the shore, hands tighly wrapped around their cans of Budweiser or Busch Light. The campgrounds are very lush and beautiful with many trails in every direction, and they have a stage for live music. One night there was a june bug in my tent, so I went to go sleep in my friend's car (I know I said I like camping, and I DO, but dammit, but this bug was HUGE!). For the first time ever, I saw fire flies swarming around in front of the car, and let me tell you, this city-slickin' broad was absolutely entranced! All I could think was, "Ooooh...pretty!" The friend I visited dubbed me an 'honorary Midwesterner'...and the folks out there loved me! Everyone was very friendly and it was organized (well, as organized as a drunken mardi-gras-themed party camping weekend in Missouri could be). I plan on going again. If you find yourself in MO during the summer, hit this bad boy up, yo.

Beware! They do not give refunds when they get flooded out. Only rainchecks s good for only one…read moreyear. I showed up after driving two hours around the river to witness a female worker give four different stories to six different people regarding possibility of floating or camping. If you don't know, you don't know. STOP LYING TO PEOPLE!

Nice little campground in Eminence! My family got a campsite for their camper, and I stayed in a…read morecabin with my family. Campsites for the campers are kind of close together, but the tent lots had tons of room! The entire campground is shaded nicely with beautiful trees. It is clean and well maintained as well. The cabins are decent- clean, and stocked with everything you need. Nothing fancy, but the linens were all clean and the water was hot so no complaints here in that aspect. I didn't deal with the front office as my mother in law booked our stay and did all of that. My only complaint would be the other campers/cabin renters. Our cabin was a duplex and our neighbors were not considerate of how much noise they made. Cabins and camper spots are dog friendly, however it's basic knowledge that your dog must be leashed. Our neighbors did not leash their small poodle, and it rushed my two dogs, one of which was blind, several times. We informed them that because one of our dogs is blind, even though he is a nice dog, he could snap at something coming up on him suddenly. This did not deter them from allowing their dog to continue unleashed. I should have said something to the front office but didn't want to cause any trouble. All in all, a good stay, and not the campgrounds fault about obnoxious neighbors.

Nice all round, every cottage is different. We are entirely grateful for the services provided and…read morewill return in time! I'm looking forward to hanging out on the Front Porch.

Great trails and the views are totally worth the trip! Water way for you to relax and camp!read more

One of my favorite spots on Earth is the Current River, which is a part of the National Ozark…read moreScenic Riverway. If you enjoy nature, water, and outdoor fun then this is a must visit spot! There are several great places to visit as a part of this area, but my favorites by far are the Current River and Big Spring on the Current River, and the campground of the same name. I have a wonderful group of friends that introduced me to floating on the Current when I was in college, and ever since this river has held a special place in my heart. We usually camp at Big Spring Campground. There are both electric, non-electric, and RV hookup's. There are real bathrooms, as well as hot showers within walking distance of camp (not porta potties, but it is a campground - so say hello to your local, resident spiders and their webs). We like this camp, because it's right on the river, family friendly, and close to town but far enough out to enjoy nature. While camping a must do experience for all is a walk to Big Spring. It's a natural cold spring, whose source pumps out enough fresh water to fill Busch Stadium in 33 hours! I like to walk there in the early morning or twilight to see the mist roll in. http://www.nps.gov/ozar/planyourvisit/big-spring.htm The nearby town of Van Buren offers: - a nice Lodge for those who want a nice dinner and/or whose idea of camping is air conditioning, nice beds, and tv - the local ice cream spot called The Jolly Cone - the local cafe, The Floatstream Restaurant, for your typical small diner food and a pretty okay breakfast - various small shops to stock up on essentials: beer, sunblock, souvenir tshirts, snacks, replaceable float shoes and swimsuits, intertubes, gas, fishing bait, etc. - and a whole lot of other small town amenities The water is spring fed. So it's super cold and clear - perfect for a hot summer's day! The Current has a pretty decent current, with nice deep water and wading shallows dotted with periodic gravel bars. It's great for intertubing and canoe trips. Various campgrounds and businesses offer rentals and trips with pick up and drop off options (2, 4, 6 hour floats, or even multiple day trips). Check out the area and find YOUR favorite spots and recommendations. It will probably become one of your favorite places on Earth too!

Beautiful area with plenty of room for camping/ river access for fishing and swimming. You can…read morefollow the trails to the old mine, dam and ruins of the old mining town. Hiking can be a little steep/rocky and as expected in Mo. keep an eye out for snakes. Would definitely return in the future!