Clubhouse Campground
Open year-round. Reservations are required and must be made through recreation.gov. As of April 15, 2025, backcountry campground payments are made via Scan & Pay on the recreation.gov mobile app. Download the app and set up your account before arriving as cell service is limited.
Heat Advisory issued August 11 at 12:53AM CDT until August 13 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
* WHAT...Maximum daily heat index values up to near 110 degrees. * WHERE...Portions of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Daily heat index values will remain elevated near or above 100 degrees through next weekend.
About
Clubhouse Campground sits on the banks of the lower Current River in a remote corner of Ozark National Scenic Riverways. This small backcountry campground features just 5 drive-in sites, each offering a mix of sun and shade along the scenic riverway. The campground provides easy river access and proximity to attractions like Clubhouse Bluff and the historic Tram Road. As a backcountry campground, Clubhouse offers basic amenities including vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and lantern posts at each site. There is no potable water, showers, or electric hookups. Campers should come prepared with their own water supply and supplies for a self-sufficient experience. Reaching the campground requires driving approximately 4.75 miles on gravel County Road 60-221. Some sections are steep, and RVs or trailers over 30 feet may have difficulty navigating the route. The remoteness is part of the appeal for those seeking solitude along Missouri's Current River.
Directions
From Ellsinore, drive about 6.5 miles west on Highway 60. Turn west onto State Highway ZZ and drive 1 mile to the bend where it intersects with County Road 60-221. Follow the county road south for about 4.75 miles. The campground is near the bottom of a hill along the Current River. This route requires driving on gravel roads for almost 5 miles with some steep areas.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| ozar_campground_operations@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (573) 323-4236 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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