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Round Spring Ranger Station

Eminence, Illinois · Shannon County · Visitor Center

Round Spring Ranger Station, located along the Current River, serves the upper third of Ozark National Scenic Riverways. This station offers park literature, trip planning advice, and cave tour tickets. Exhibits and videos make this a great place to learn about the park's rivers and caves.

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About Round Spring Ranger Station

Round Spring Ranger Station, located along the Current River, serves the upper third of Ozark National Scenic Riverways. This station offers park literature, trip planning advice, and cave tour tickets. Exhibits and videos make this a great place to learn about the park's rivers and caves.

How to Get There

Round Spring Ranger Station can be found on Highway 19, about 12.4 miles north of Eminence, MO. From Eminence, simply drive north on Highway 19 until you reach Round Spring. The station is located near the family campground, on the south end of a two-lane bridge. There is parking in front of the building (on top of the hill) and below the building (at the bottom of the hill).

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Round Spring Ranger Station

Heading to Round Spring Ranger Station? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Round Spring Ranger Station?

No central reservation system listed for Round Spring Ranger Station. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10333636) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Round Spring Ranger Station?

Round Spring Ranger Station can be found on Highway 19, about 12.4 miles north of Eminence, MO. From Eminence, simply drive north on Highway 19 until you reach Round Spring. The station is located near the family campground, on the south end of a two-lane bridge. There is parking in front of the building (on top of the hill) and below the building (at the bottom of the hill).

How do I contact Round Spring Ranger Station?

You can reach the park at phone: (573) 858-3297 or email: ozar_interpretation@nps.gov.