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Price
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Reservable
Sites
12 campsites
Season
No specific informat...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Check Policy
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35.6714, -93.4503
You want an affordable trailhead camp for hiking the Ozark Highlands Trail with basic facilities.
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Best season: summer. Summer offers the warmest, most reliable window for hiking the Ozark Highlands Trail from the campground and for long, insect-lit evenings around the campfire; daytime highs commonly sit in the mid-70s to mid-80s°F with cool 50s–60s nights at this 1,867 ft elevation. Trails, wildflower-to-late-summer foliage, and longer daylight make it ideal for multi-hour hikes and exploring karst features, while the small 12-site, first-come campground still feels uncrowded compared with larger parks. Expect Peak months: June, September, May, October
Summer temps mid-70s to mid-80s and reliable hiking make summer the most reliable window.
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The Ozone Campground is a basic facility catering primarily to tent and primitive campers. The site is managed by the U.S. Forest Service and provides a rustic environment for visitors seeking a quiet retreat. The campground is situated along the Ozark Highlands Trail, making it a popular spot for hikers. Key amenities include a vault toilet for sanitation, as noted by multiple user reviews. There are no electrical or water hookups available for RVs, and potable water sources are not explicitly mentioned in the authoritative or user-provided information. Campers should be prepared for minimal facilities and plan accordingly.
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