Details
County Road M-471, Birch Tree, MO, 65438
National Park ServiceLast Updated: December 6, 2025
Table Of Contents
Campground Overview
Introduction
As one of the smallest, most remote campgrounds in the park, Rymers is loved for its beautiful surroundings. Rymers also serves as a river access point, making floating trips a breeze! Throughout the year, visitors can enjoy river recreation or secluded sites. Like other campgrounds on the Jacks Fork, Rymers sees year-round visitation. In summer, deep swimming holes help campers beat the heat. In fall, trees show off a rainbow of colors. Finally, as winter approaches, tall bluffs reveal themselves.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Rymers Campground is typically open throughout the year. The campground may be temporarily closed during/after flooding or storms.
Weather
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.
Amenities
Toilets
Directions
Rymers Campground is roughly 20 minutes from Birch Tree, Missouri. This route requires driving on rough, narrow gravel roads for about 2.5 miles. High clearance is recommended. Starting in Birch Tree, head west on Highway 60. After 4 miles, turn north onto State Highway M. Stay on this road for 1.5 miles, then take the right turn to stay on M. After another 2 miles, the road will turn to gravel - this is County Road M-471. Stay on the main path until you reach Rymers Campground, about 2.5 miles away.
Rates & Fees
Standard Site
Nightly fee for standard sites starting April 15, 2025.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Fires are permitted in designated fire rings and grills. Visit our camping regulations page for other policies regarding fires, stoves, and lanterns: https://www.nps.gov/ozar/learn/management/camping-regulations.htmRegulations Overview
Visit our Camping Regulations page for rules governing quiet hours, generators, fires, hammocks, and more.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Apart from the restroom building, 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 facility is accessible with an accessible parking space. Otherwise, there are no ADA camp sites 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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