NPS Photo / Wil Marischen Ranger Tours and Activities While all ranger-led tours are publicly available in summer, the park may be able to accommodate schools or other education groups. Check the tabs below for a few common tours. For other activities in the park, visit our ranger programs page!
You can visit the historic Alley Mill grounds anytime. The building itself is typically open during the summer months, from 9 am to 5 pm every day. Rangers give short, guided tours of the building, talking about local history, culture, and the impact of mills in the area. These tours are free and open to the public. Let park rangers take you on an adventure through the wonders beneath your feet! Public cave tours are held during the summer months, and school groups may visit in spring. Visit our Round Spring Cave tour page for more information! These tours require purchase of a cave tour ticket - see the cave tour page for pricing. Learn about karst, springs, geology, and more at one of the largest springs in North America! Rangers occassionally lead small tours/walks around the spring in summer. Fishing, Floating, Boating, and Hiking
Horseback Riding
Education Activities
Courtesy of Ozark Riverways Foundation Guided Activities from the Ozark Riverways Foundation (ORF)Interpretive floats, paddling clinics, hikes, fly-fishing clinics, and more are provided by the Ozark Riverways Foundation: the Official Friends Group of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways! Their team taps into decades of experience on the riverways, offering educational and exciting events throughout the year. 
Floating in the Ozarks
Find an outfitter and get on the river! 
Horseback Riding
Learn about where and how to legally ride in the park! 
Fishing Regulations
Learn about legal fishing along the riverways. |
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Last updated: April 3, 2025