Van Buren

Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Ozark National Scenic Riverways, National Park Service

Extends along 134 miles of the Current (100 miles) and Jacks Fork (34 miles) Rivers in the Ozark Highlands of southeastern Missouri. The rivers are identified both federally and by…

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Things to Do in Van Buren

Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Big Spring River Camp

RV sites, electricity, swimming, fishing, toilets, shower, playground, store and ADA accessible. ADA

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Deer Run Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1 days

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Hawthorne Landing

Canoe and Tube Floats on Current River. RV sites, tent sites, electricity, fishing, toilets, shower,…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Hidden Log Cabin Museum

Covered log cabin from 1872. Once inside one becomes a member of a society that…

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Big Springs Canoe and Tube Rental

RV sites, tent sites, swimming, fishing, toilets, shower, and store. ADA

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Current River

The Current River runs to the west of Butler County and is spring fed. This…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Big Spring

Over 286 million gallons of water flow from Big Spring each day, making it one…

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