Dee Murray Campground
Closed due to heavy flood damage from November 2024. Day-use area may reopen but the campground itself remains closed pending repairs with no announced reopening date.
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About
Located just across the Current River from Cedar Grove, Dee Murray Campground is a primitive backcountry site in the Upper Current section of Ozark National Scenic Riverways. The campground features 5 sunny campsites, all within walking distance of river access that stays bustling with canoes, kayaks, and rafts during summer months. A nearby gravel bar is vehicle-free, offering a more peaceful riverside experience. As a backcountry campground, Dee Murray provides basic amenities including vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, and lantern posts. There is no potable water on-site, so campers must bring their own supply. The area offers excellent opportunities for blue ribbon fishing and access to hiking trails in the surrounding Ozark landscape. Reservations are required for all backcountry sites and must be made through Recreation.gov. The nightly fee is $10 per standard site accommodating up to 6 people. To reach the campground from Jadwin, drive west on State Highway ZZ for about 5.3 miles, cross the concrete river crossing, and turn left onto NPS Road 109.
Directions
From Jadwin, MO, drive west on State Highway ZZ for roughly 5.3 miles (road becomes County Road 651 after 2.3 miles). Cross the concrete river crossing and drive up the hill to the intersection. Turn left onto NPS Road 109, which leads to the campground and river access. Route includes less than 1000 feet of gravel road.
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 | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (573) 323-4236 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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