Road trips from Springfield
3 road trips that start in or near Springfield, from 3 to 6 days, each with a stop-by-stop itinerary, distances and campsites along the way.
Lake of the Ozarks and the Missouri River
Ozark loop: Branson, Eureka Springs and Crystal Bridges
Trout springs, glades and dammed valleys – by camper through the Ozark lakes on the White River in southwest Missouri
| Route | Suggested days | Distance | Driving | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake of the Ozarks and the Missouri River | 3 | 178 mi | 3 h 11 min | 7 |
| Ozark loop: Branson, Eureka Springs and Crystal Bridges | 4 | 144 mi | 2 h 35 min | 9 |
| Trout springs, glades and dammed valleys – by camper through the Ozark lakes on the White River in southwest Missouri | 6 | 264 mi | 4 h 43 min | 12 |
FAQs
What are the best road trips from Springfield?
Popular routes starting in or near Springfield: Lake of the Ozarks and the Missouri River, Ozark loop: Branson, Eureka Springs and Crystal Bridges and Trout springs, glades and dammed valleys – by camper through the Ozark lakes on the White River in southwest Missouri.
Is there a short road trip from Springfield?
The shortest is Lake of the Ozarks and the Missouri River: 3 days, about 178 mi.
What is the longest road trip from Springfield?
The longest is Trout springs, glades and dammed valleys – by camper through the Ozark lakes on the White River in southwest Missouri: 6 days, about 264 mi with 12 stops.