To View All Listings in The Ozarks Click Here! Secluded Ozark Getaway Near Twin Bridges – 9.7 Acres with Spring Creek Frontage & River ViewsLocated near Twin Bridges in the Missouri Ozarks, this 9.7-acre recreational property features private Spring Creek frontage, mature oak timber, paved highway access, and seasonal views of the North Fork River. Situated directly across the highway from Twin Bridges, the property offers a combination of wooded acreage, creek access, and potential building sites for a country home, hunting cabin, or recreational retreat.The 9.7 acres feature mature hardwood timber, natural wildlife habitat, and scenic Ozarks terrain. Spring Creek runs along the property, providing private creek frontage with opportunities for trout and bass fishing. A natural cave located among the timber adds another unique feature to the wooded landscape. During the winter months, the property offers views of Spring Creek, the North Fork River, and surrounding hillsides.Electricity is already on site, and multiple potential building locations are situated outside the river bottom. These areas provide options for a full-time residence, vacation cabin, or potential short-term rental property, subject to applicable requirements. Paved highway frontage allows convenient year-round access to the acreage.Located across from Twin Bridges, the property provides access to nearby river recreation, including fishing, floating, kayaking, and canoeing along the North Fork River. The combination of creek frontage, wooded land, and proximity to outdoor activities makes this property suitable for recreational use or a private Ozarks getaway.Whether you’re searching for Missouri creekfront land, acreage near Twin Bridges, North Fork River property, or wooded land with potential building sites, this 9.7-acre tract offers multiple possibilities.Directions: From Dora, take 181 North to 14 Junction, turn right, follow to Twin Bridges, property on the left.MLS: 60309591LocationDouglas County is located in south-central Missouri, in the Ozarks region. The county seat is Ava, Missouri. Population
As 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%.
Climate
Typical 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.
Education
There 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 Care
There 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/Telecommunications
I 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 Cities
Closest 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 Features
The 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.
