Osborn Ford low-water bridge is a public boat ramp on North Fork River in Willow Springs, MO. From Springfield it's roughly 65 miles in a straight line. Closest alternative: Slab ford in Willow Springs (under 1 mile).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Willow Springs, MO |
| Water | North Fork River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Official Missouri access sites: Missouri Department of Conservation (accesses); Missouri State Highway Patrol Water Patrol Division (boating rules).
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Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
Loading guide Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
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Osborn Ford low-water bridge is in Willow Springs, Missouri. Open the map link to see where Osborn Ford low-water bridge sits on the shore.
Osborn Ford low-water bridge is on North Fork River.
Our data does not say whether Osborn Ford low-water bridge charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Paddlers can usually use Osborn Ford low-water bridge. Carry the boat to the edge of the ramp or the dock end. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Vera Cruz in Ava, about 17 miles away.
Slab ford in Willow Springs (under 1 mile), Hale Ford Bridge access in Willow Springs (1.7 miles) and Hebron in Willow Springs (3.9 miles).
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