Places to See Around Eminence
Alley Spring Grist Mill
Alley Spring and the adjacent mill is one of the most beautiful sights to behold while visiting Eminence, Missouri. With its beautiful turquoise water, Alley Spring has a 100 year old grist mill which you can tour. The mill is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Stop in for an up close look at one of the Ozarks’ most famous landmarks. There is no charge, but donations help offset operating costs. Located six miles west of Eminence, Missouri, on State Highway 106. Books and postcards may be purchased at the mill. The mill machinery is no longer operational, although restoration efforts are underway.
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Round Spring
Be sure to visit the cave at Round Spring. Heavily decorated with formations. One mile tour. Round Spring is located approximately 13 miles north of Eminence on Highway 19. The spring flows into an almost perfectly circular cavern that has collapsed, and from there it travels through a natural tunnel before it emerges into the spring branch. It is believed that a portion of the spring’s recharge area is to the northeast of Spring Valley, which means that the water would have to flow under the Current River to reach the spring. Round Spring was also one of the first parks in the Missouri state park system (1932). The Round Spring State Park was incorporated into the Ozark National Scenic Riverways in 1972.
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Rocky Falls
Impressive, steep cascade forms large pool. Parking and picnic areas right by the water. Nine miles southeast of Eminence on Highway NN is one of the finest examples of this geology in the state, Rocky Falls Shut-in. Rocky Falls is an impressive, steep cascading waterfall that pours into a large pool of water. There is parking and picnic areas available right by the water. This is a great place to have a picnic and explore the waterfall area, and do some day hiking. One section of the Ozark Trail hikes right past the falls.
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Blue Spring
Deep and cold, the waters of Blue Spring maintain a year-round temperature of 57 degrees. This is one of Missouri’s deepest springs and is located approximately 12 miles east of Eminence on Highway 106. The spring flows slowly from a very deep cave shaft that is situated at the base of a dolomite bluff.
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Horse Back Riding
Visit our friends at Coldwater Ranch for a great ride!
After a fun day of canoeing try a guided horseback ride. Let your horse do the work, you just sit back and enjoy the scenery.
Here at the Coldwater Ranch we pride ourselves in providing a truly unique riding experience. You and your family and friends will find a warm, inviting atmosphere and top-quality horses to make your ride memorable. Your guided trail ride will take you over scenic bluffs, clear streams and wooded hollows. The longer you ride, the more you can see and enjoy. Ya’ll come and see us!
Kathy Phillips, Coldwater Ranch
Hwy. 19 North of Eminence, 3 miles
Right on county road #208, 1 mile.
Call 573-226-3723 for rates and reservations.
Reservations preferred.
Golf
The Roy L. Beck Municipal Golf Course and Walking Trail is a new addition to the town of Eminence.
The Golf Course is a 9-hole, par 36 layout totaling 2758 yards and the nature trail totals up to two miles in hiking. This course opened June 1, 1997 and is currently maturing into a spectacular and very challenging golf course. Located and starting on the banks of the Jacks Fork River and eventually climbing on top of an Ozark ridge for the finishing holes with scenic views. This golf course has been quoted as “Looking fairly easy,” but once played comments made are “You must be very accurate especially on the short par 4’s.”
Roy L. Beck Municipal Golf Course
P.O. Box 387, Eminence, MO 65466
573-226-3018
Highway 19 to North side of Jacks Fork Bridge, then east on Tom Akers Road.
Wildlife
While floating along our beautiful rivers the wildlife you can see will range from turtles nestled together on a log to a new born fawn, the great bald eagle, always playful river otters, deer, wild turkey, fish, raccoon, beaver, mink, muskrat, etc. and a chance of sighting the Missouri Wild Horses.
Where To Stay
Please do not bring firewood. Help keep Emerald Ash Beetles out of Missouri.
Campgrounds
Windy’s drivers will pick you up at your camp site and take you back at the end of your float. This is included in the canoe rental prices.
Campgrounds listed below are along the banks of Jacks Fork River.
Circle B Campground
Riverfront cabins, full RV hookups, tent camping, group camping and general store. Over 100 riverfront campsites, electric and water hookups, modern restrooms, 10 unit shower-house and a public laundry facility. Circle B sits on the banks of the Jack’s Fork River.
573-226-3618.
Broken Arrowhead Campground Camping / Cabins
Tent camping, RV hookups, cabins, hot showers, modern restrooms. Arrowhead Campground sits on the banks of the Jack’s Fork River within walking distance of Eminence. The entrance is approximately 100 yards east of the junction of Hwy 106 and Hwy 19.
573-226-5250
877-827-9954
National Park Campgrounds
Alley Springs, Akers, Big Spring, Pulltite, Round Spring and Two Rivers campgrounds are operated by the National Park Service. Alley Spring has 192 family sites, 20 cluster sites, 3 group sites, wood and hot showers. Two Rivers has 19 family sites, 2 large group sites and hot showers.
1-877-444-6777
Ozark National Scenic Riverways
Headquarters in Van Buren, MO.
573-323-4236
M-F: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Motels, Cabins, Cottages and Resorts
Windy’s drivers will pick you up at your room and take you back at the end of your float. This is included in the canoe rental prices.
Circle B Campground
Riverfront cabins, full RV hookups, tent camping, group camping and general store. Over 100 riverfront campsites, electric and water hookups, modern restrooms, 10 unit shower-house and a public laundry facility. Circle B sits on the banks of the Jack’s Fork River.
573-226-3618
Jacks Fork River Cabins Located in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks on the scenic Jack’s Fork River, our premium cabins are sure to provide a relaxing getaway for you and your family.
573-226-6450
Hogan’s Hideout
An airbnb with many cabins and rental units available. Contact within airbnb.
Eminence Cottages & Camp A Little Bit of Luxury! Hotel Suites, Cottages, Duplexes and an authentic Log Cabin. Lots of amenities, satellite TV, some with Hot Tubs. We are in the heart of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways.
800-723-1387
River’s Edge Resort
Offering the finest in lodging overlooking the Jacks Fork River. At the bridge on Hwy. 19. Cabins, new river cabins, fireplaces, spas, swimming beach and riverfront Camper Cabins and Rivers Edge House.
573-226-3233
Riverside Motel
Riverfront cabins, kitchens, Beaulah’s Country Home, pool, Stewart’s Landing, horse stalls and motel with non-smoking rooms available.
573-226-3291
Shady Lane Cabins and Motel
Small and large cabins available. Large cabins have kitchens, great for large groups, motel rooms.
573-226-3893
Eagles Landing
On Jacks Fork River. Hot tub overlooking the river, air conditioning, grills, jacuzzi, game-room and bar.
573-226-5665
Shawnee Creek Cottages
Full kitchens, furnished, sleeps 4 adults, AC, heat, dish network and VCRs.
573-226-5295
Old Desperado
Offering Cabins and camping along with trail rides and stables for rent. 20784 County Road #207, Eminence MO 65466.
573-915-8970
Coldwater Ranch Cabins
Cabins and Bunk House with full kitchens, also trailer and tent camping available. Three miles north of Eminence.
573-226-3723
Crystal Creek Ranch
Ranch retreat in the Ozarks at Eminence, Missouri featuring lodging, retreats, tours, farm equipment museum, field trips.
573-226-2222
Broken Arrowhead Campground Camping / Cabins
Tent camping, RV hookups, cabins, hot showers, modern restrooms. Arrowhead Campground sits on the banks of the Jack’s Fork River within walking distance of Eminence. The entrance to Arrowhead Campground is approximately 100 yards east of the junction of Hwy 106 and Hwy 19.
573-226-5250
877-827-9954
Bed & Breakfasts
Windy’s drivers will pick you up at your room and take you back at the end of your float. This is included in the canoe rental prices.
