Springs in Missouri

18 natural springs in Missouri, United States

Missouri's natural landscape is defined by a diverse mix of rolling plains in the north and the rugged, forested terrain of the Ozark Plateau in the south. This region is renowned for its karst topography, a geological feature characterized by porous limestone and dolomite that gives rise to thousands of caves, sinkholes, and natural springs. The state experiences a humid climate with four distinct seasons, ranging from hot, humid summers to cool winters where snow is common, particularly in the northern counties.

Water flow in Missouri's springs is closely tied to the state's precipitation patterns. The wettest months typically occur in spring, from March through May, when heavy rains and melting snow from the winter recharge the underground aquifers. Consequently, the most vigorous spring flows are often observed during late spring and early summer. While many of the larger springs maintain a consistent flow year-round due to deep aquifer sources, smaller springs and seeps may only be active during these moisture-rich periods.

Exploring Missouri offers a unique opportunity to witness these hydrological wonders set against a backdrop of oak-hickory forests and river valleys. Whether you are hiking through the Ozark highlands or visiting the riverways, the sight of crystal-clear water emerging from the earth is a highlight of the local environment. Always have spring water independently tested before drinking. Water quality can change with seasons and conditions.

Always have spring water independently tested before drinking. Water quality can change with seasons and conditions.

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Aerwana's Spring

14065, Rd 401, Amazonia, MO 64421, US

## Overview Aerwana's Spring is a natural spring tucked into the woods of Lincoln Township in Andrew County, Missouri....

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Bartlett Spring / Pippin Place (Pulaski County historic)

12394, Roby Rd, Plato, MO 65552, US

## Overview Bartlett Spring is a historically significant Pulaski County Ozarks spring associated with nineteenth-centu...

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Fugitive Beach (commercial quarry swim)

16875 County Road 5285, Rolla, MO 65401, US

## Overview Fugitive Beach is a privately operated seasonal waterpark in a former limestone quarry about eight miles so...

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Harmon Spring (Christian County)

Near Chadwick, Christian County, MO 65629, US

## Overview Harmon Spring is a USGS GNIS-named natural spring in Christian County, Missouri, near Chadwick. Remote Ozar...

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Lost Valley Trail Spring

1790, State Hwy 94, Defiance, MO 63341, US

## Overview Lost Valley Trail Spring is a natural spring tucked within the Weldon Spring Conservation Area in Weldon Sp...

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Harmon Spring (duplicate)

1124, Loving Ridge Rd, Chadwick, MO 65629, US

## Overview Harmon Spring is a natural spring tucked into the rugged Ozark hills of Christian County, Missouri, roughly...

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Maramec Spring Park (James Foundation), St. James, MO

21880 Maramec Spring Drive, St. James, MO 65559, US

## Overview Maramec Spring is one of Missouri''s largest springs (often cited as fifth-largest statewide), the centerpi...

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Roubidoux Spring at Laughlin Park, Waynesville, MO

Laughlin Park / Roubidoux Spring, Hwy 17 & Roubidoux Creek, Waynesville, MO 65583, US

## Overview Roubidoux Spring is a second-magnitude Ozarks spring in downtown Waynesville inside Laughlin Park, owned by...

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Roaring River Spring, Roaring River State Park

27199, Fr 1135, Cassville, MO 65625, US

## Overview Roaring River Spring is the dramatic first-magnitude spring that feeds Roaring River inside Roaring River S...

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Bollefer Spring / Spring Branch Trail (Mastodon State Historic Site)

1050 Charles J. Becker Drive, Imperial, MO 63052, US

## Overview Mastodon State Historic Site Spring Branch Trail follows a small stream from Bollefer Spring past remains o...

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Bennett Spring, Bennett Spring State Park, Lebanon, MO

26250 Highway 64A, Lebanon, MO 65536, US

## Overview Bennett Spring is a major Ozarks spring and the centerpiece of Bennett Spring State Park west of Lebanon, M...

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Reeds Spring, Reeds Spring, MO 65737

81, Claybough St, Reeds Spring, MO 65737, US

## Overview Reeds Spring is a historic natural spring located in the small village of Reeds Spring, Missouri, in Stone...

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Roaring River Spring, Roaring River State Park, Cassville, MO

12716 Farm Road 2239, Cassville, MO 65625, US

## Overview Roaring River Spring is the signature first-magnitude spring of Roaring River State Park south of Cassville...

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Spout Springs

6654, Gum Rd, Carthage, MO 64836, US

## Overview Spout Springs is a small rural spring located along Gum Road near Carthage in Jasper County, Missouri. Situ...

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Welpman Springs (Missouri Goldfish Hatchery), Stover, MO

517 Hatchery Rd, Stover, MO 65078, US

## Overview Welpman Springs is the large natural spring that anchors Missouri Goldfish Hatchery northwest of Stover, Mi...

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Big Spring, Ozark National Scenic Riverways, Van Buren, MO

State Route 103, Van Buren, MO 63965, US

## Overview Big Spring is one of the largest springs in the United States and a centerpiece of Ozark National Scenic Ri...

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Lampher Spring, Cherokee Pass / Fredericktown, MO

7398, US Hwy 67, Fredericktown, MO 63645, US

## Overview Lampher Spring is a GNIS-named spring on the Cherokee Pass USGS quadrangle in Madison County, Missouri, abo...

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Lithium Spring, Lithium, MO

Lithium, Perry County, MO 63775, US

## Overview Lithium Spring is a natural mineral spring located in the small community of Lithium in Perry County, Misso...

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