To View All Listings in The Ozarks Click Here! Ozarks Retreat Near Bryant Creek & Rockbridge Trout RanchDiscover the kind of property that invites you to slow down, explore, and truly enjoy the beauty of the Missouri Ozarks. Located in Drury, Missouri, this rolling tract offers a scenic mix of mostly wooded acreage, creating privacy, natural beauty, and excellent habitat for wildlife. Whether you are searching for a recreational getaway, a future homesite, or a peaceful escape from the everyday, this property delivers the setting you have been looking for.The land features gentle elevation changes that provide character and potential for multiple building sites tucked within the trees. Its proximity to Bryant Creek State Park and Rockbridge Trout Ranch places you just minutes from some of the area’s most sought-after outdoor destinations, including fishing, floating, hiking, and exploring the natural springs and clear waters the Ozarks are known for.Light protective restrictions are in place to help preserve the integrity and long-term value of the surrounding properties, while still allowing you the freedom to enjoy your land. Campers are permitted, giving you the opportunity to immediately start using the property as a weekend retreat or basecamp while you plan your future build.If you have been searching for a property that offers both flexibility and a strong sense of place, this Drury location combines natural beauty, recreation, and thoughtful protection to create a truly appealing opportunity.Directions: From Rockbridge, take N Hwy to CR N-333 on left. Follow to land on left. MLS: 60319378LocationDouglas County is located in south-central Missouri, in the Ozarks region. The county seat is Ava, Missouri. PopulationAs of the 2020 Census, the population was 11,578. More recent estimates: July 1, 2024 estimate is ~12,290. The population is fairly homogenous: about 91.6% White in 2020. Median age: ~46.6 years. Median household income: ~$49,828. Approximate poverty rate: ~16.9%. ClimateTypical July high temperatures around the upper-80s °F (about 89 °F) and lows near the upper 60s °F. In January typical lows are in the low to mid-20s °F and highs in the 40s °F. Annual precipitation around 45″ per year. EducationThere are public schools serving the county, but I could not readily locate a single figure for “number of public schools” and “number of students” analogous to your Howell County example.For example: publicschoolreview.com reports that there are ~4 public schools serving ~1,470 students in the county. Reading proficiency and math proficiency scores are slightly below the Missouri state average. Hospitals / Health CareThere is no hospital within the county in Ava or elsewhere in Douglas County; more advanced hospital care is accessed in nearby counties (for example the county document states residents utilize hospitals in Springfield, West Plains). Primary care and health clinics do exist locally: e.g., Missouri Ozarks Community Health (a Federally Qualified Health Center) serves Douglas County (and neighboring counties) offering medical, dental, behavioral health services. Electric/Utilities/TelecommunicationsI did not locate a clear, county-specific utility/cooperative description (analogous to your Howell County example) for electricity or telecom that covers all the same detail.If needed, I can attempt to check for local electric cooperatives or telecom providers in Douglas County.Airports / Closest Large CitiesClosest larger cities:Springfield, Missouri — a regional hub in the Ozarks, with airport & various amenities.Branson, Missouri — though a bit farther, known for tourism and entertainment in the Ozark region.Nearby major airport: The region is served by Springfield (Springfield-Branson National Airport) for larger commercial flights.Recreation / things to do in nearby region of Douglas County (Ozarks) include: hiking, woods and stream access since it’s in the Ozark terrain.Things To Do / Natural FeaturesThe county is heavily rural and forested, part of the Ozark region, offering outdoor recreation opportunities (hiking, streams, woods).Because it is less developed and more remote, the lifestyle is more rural and quiet compared to larger cities.
