Details
County Road 224, Eminence Township, MO, 65466
Lat:37.230529
Lng:-91.309737
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National Park ServiceLast Updated: August 22, 2026
Campground
Jerktail Campground
National Park ServiceCampground
County Road 224, Eminence Township, MO, 65466
National Park ServiceLast Updated: August 22, 2026
On summer days, Jerktail is a bustling location for floating, swimming, and recreation. The Current River, huge gravel bars, deep swimming holes, and impressive bluffs draw visitors year after year. At night, campers can enjoy beautiful night skies and true Ozark seclusion. Jerktail Campground is one of the most remote locations in the park. Under the right conditions, visitors can see the Milky Way stretch across the sky. In the summer months, fireflies can make for a dazzling display.
Jerktail Campground is typically open throughout the year. The campground may be temporarily closed during/after flooding or storms.
Ozark National Scenic Riverways is located in southeast Missouri. Summer temperatures generally range from 75-100 degrees with high humidity. Winter temperatures generally range from 0-50 degrees with periods of intermittent freezing and snow.
Toilets
Jerktail Campground is located roughly 30 minutes from Eminence, Missouri. Starting in Eminence, drive north on Highway 19. Follow the highway for 5 miles, then turn right onto County Road 19-221. Follow this gravel road for 2.5 miles. At this point, the road forks left and right in a "Y" shape. Turn right into County Road 224. After another 1.4 miles, the road will fork again. Turn right to stay on County Road 224. After 2 miles, the road will end at Jerktail. This route drives on gravel roads for 6 miles.
Standard Site
Nightly fee for standard sites starting April 15, 2025.
Wheelchair Access
This area is not wheelchair accessible.
Cell Phone Information
Cell phone service is generally unreliable. Connectivity depends on carrier and location within the campground.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
RVs and trailers are allowed as specified in our campground regulations.
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
The restroom can be reached by foot or vehicle. Otherwise, there are no ADA campsites within this campground. For nearby accessible campsites, please visit Alley Spring Campground instead.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - 4WD/High clearance required
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
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