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Midwest Burners' Afterburn Party · October 13-14 · Ozark Avalon · Boonville, MO |
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Ozark Avalon
26213 Cumberland Church Road
Boonville, MO
(20 miles west of Columbia, take I-70 exit 111)
65233
Located on the bluffs overlooking the Missouri River, Camp Ozark Avalon stewards a 150 acre nature preserve. Groves, woods, meadows, a three-acre lake for swimming, hiking trails, and many natural shrines are found here. Ozark Avalon offers level camping and hot showers. All persons who respect nature are invited.
Once inside, the main road curves like a big horse-shoe, with many large camping areas on either side. The road is flat but not paved.
Ozark Avalon is lush with trees and vegetation because it is located on the northern edge of the Missouri Ozarks region. Livestock from neighboring farms often graze nearby and the grassy camping fields are well maintained by the Ozark Avalon staff. The campground is completely surrounded by forests, valleys and fields.
It's truly a beautiful place.
Driving Map And Local Driving Directions
Previously, links showing driving directions from various cities to Ozark Avalon were done through MapQuest, and were slightly incorrect - showing that you had to travel trough Boonville to get to the camp. The link below shows local driving directions correctly after exiting from I-70 on exit 111.
Ozark Avalon Campground Maps
- Campground Map from the Ozark Avalon Website
- Ozark Avalon Camp Map designed by Midwest Burners
- Ozark Avalon as seen from orbit (with GPS info)
Frog Bog - Restrooms And Showerhouse
The center of personal hygiene at Ozark Avalon is a wonderful structure called Frog Bog. It uses solar efficient roofing to cover two, large, hot water personal showers, two restrooms, and a two sink countertop with mirrors. It also has a wood deck on the back for two open-air showers. Frog Bog is all that plus artwork and a view of the forest.
On-Site Water
There are three large drinking water spigots located in the camping areas at Ozark Avalon. The water is under pressure so be careful when filling small containers. There are also sinks and hot showers at Frog Bog, near the front gate.
On-Site Electricity
There is no on-site electricity. If you want power you'll have to generate it yourself.
Local Convenience Stores
You should have everything you need before entering Ozark Avalon.
There is a gas station convenience store at the top of exit 111, but don't count on it having ice available. They've run out of ice and other basic items in the past.
- If traveling from the East (St. Louis): stop in Columbia to buy ice and other last-minute necessities.
- If traveling from the West (Kansas City): there are several convenience stores just off the highway before you get to exit 111.
Missouri Mud
The mud in the Missouri Ozarks contains a large portion of clay, so it clings tightly and dries hard. Be sure to bring comfortable but durable shoes.
Constant driving on the wet road turns it into mud. Driving after you are set up will not be allowed in order to preserve the land as we found it.
Rain or not, be prepared for at least a little mud.