Park Hours
COVID-19 Temporary Hours
Missouri State Parks has implemented a number of measures designed to maintain required social distancing and protect visitors, volunteers and staff, including the closure of visitor centers, nature centers, offices and museums. Signage is posted with staff contact information for questions while at the park.
Park Grounds
Sunrise to one-half hour after sunset (Anglers are exempt at boat ramps.)
Boat Launch at Grand Glaize Beach Area hours
Open year-round
Boat Launch Pa He Tsi hours
March 1 through Oct. 31*
*When lake levels drop below 658.5 this launch will be temporarily closed; please check park advisories before your visit.
Ozark Caverns hours
COVID-19 Temporary Hours
The Ozark Caverns visitor center and cave are temporarily closed.
2020 Traditional Tours Schedule
May 15-31
11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
June 1 - Aug. 15
11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. daily
Aug. 16-31
12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday
Sept. 1-15
11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Sept. 16 - May 14
closed to traditional tours
NOTE:
-- To help protect our bats from White Nose Syndrome, accessories (purses, backpacks, strollers, etc.) are not allowed in the cave.
-- School group tours are available by prior appointment from April 15 through Oct. 15.
Park Office hours
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Grand Glaize Beach hours
Season: May 21 through Sept. 13
Sunrise - sunset daily
Swim Beach - Public Beach #1 hours
Season: May 21 through Sept. 13
Sunrise - sunset daily
Ozark Caverns Visitor Center hours
COVID-19 Temporary Hours
The Ozark Caverns visitor center and cave are temporarily closed.
Regular Hours
May 15-31
- 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday;
June 1 - Aug. 15
Aug. 16-31
- 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday
Sept. 1-15
- 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday
Sept. 16 - May 14
