Sunburst Ranch is located on a beautiful stretch of the North Fork River in Missouri. With over a mile of riverfront, you can bring your own inflatable devices and take a nice float without ever leaving the campground.

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North Fork River Camping

Our newest camping sites are located right along Sunburst Ranch’s riverfront property. You are stepping stones away from walking into the river and enjoying a swim. Due to the 2017 flood we have lost a majority of our trees at the campground. While many have been planted they are still growing to become big and tall. We advise bringing a few pop-ups to provide shade at your campsite.

North Fork River Hiking & Backpacking

Looking to take a day off from floating? Try one of the great hiking trails that are near the Ranch.

Devil’s Backbone Wilderness

6,687 acres of vast wildlife and trails to backpack on, this is great for your more experienced backpacker. There are 13 miles of maintained foot and horse trails with an elevation range from 1020 to 680 feet along the North Fork of the White River. You can also pass multiple springs along your hike. Take a day to enjoy this awesome section of the Mark Twain National Forest.

Ridge Runner Trail

There is a 6 mile loop at Noblett lake, another 6 mile loop near North Fork Recreation area that provides a great hike for your average hiker. Between the two loops is a 21 mile segment of wilderness. It’s a great location for hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians alike. Our beautiful Ozark topography is really shown through taking a hike or ride on these trails.

Blue Spring Trail

This trail is a short walk from the North Fork Campground along the Devil’s Backbone. It leads to the Blue Spring trail that you see on your hammond float. Blue Spring averages 7 million gallons per day of cold, clear blue water.

North Fork River Trout Fishing

The North Fork of the White River is one of the most beautiful free-flowing trophy trout streams in the Ozarks. It is fed by a multitude of natural springs, and comes as close to a western trout stream as can be found in this part of the country. The stretch of river from Rainbow Spring to Patrick Bridge has been designated a Blue Ribbon Trout Area which is the rating given to only the highest quality streams in the state. With an 18 inch length limit and only one fish per day allowed, fishermen have a great opportunity for catching a trophy wild rainbow trout.