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Your Perfect Ozarks River Day Starts Here

Private river access to float, camp, relax, and repeat.

Blue Ocean Waves

5.0 Google Reviews  |  Family-Friendly  |  Private River Access  |  2 + 6 Mile Floats

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Choose Your Adventure

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Fun on the Water

The easiest, most fun float on the James River.

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Riverside Cabins

Stay steps from the water.

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Scenic Camping

Relax under the stars.

Skip the Chaos

Private Access + Parking

Actually Family-Friendly

Large Beach + Calm Water

Zero Hassle

Shuttles + Gear Included

Make it a Weekend

Floats, Cabins, + Camping

Hundreds of Perfect Days (and counting!)

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"So much fun!! We had a very large group and the staff handled it all so well! Amazing customer service, clean spaces. We will definitely be doing this again!"

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"Fantastic people there! This section of river is very family friendly & was relaxing. I HIGHLY recommend them to your family/friend group, church group, etc.!!"

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"Family fun float. We had a blast. Staff is super friendly and accommodating. Beautiful relaxing beach access. Camp sites are super clean and everything there is well maintained."

Beautiful view of the James River
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Just a Short Drive Away

Kansas City ~ 3 hours
St. Louis ~ 4 hours
Springfield ~ 45 min
Branson ~ 30 min

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(417) 655-8007

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2570 Horsecreek Road

Galena, MO 65656

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