Bunker Hill Ranch Retreat has been owned by the Missouri State Teachers Association since 1947. Before the national park (Ozark National Scenic Riverways) came into being in 1964, Bunker Hill permitted floaters to access the river there. When I was a kid, Bunker Hill was the "take-out" on my first float trip with my family. It is located on the banks of the Jack's Fork 12 miles below Buck Hollow and 14 miles from Mountain View by highway.
We've known several people who have worked at Bunker Hill over the years. But it was off limits to those who were not members of MSTA until this year. But now the ranch has been turned over to a non-profit private foundation and anyone can enjoy it. Weekday rates are very reasonable and include three meals served family style. Bunker Hill has 19 modern cabins with baths.
We decide to celebrate our 46th wedding anniversary at Bunker Hill Ranch Retreat, only a few miles from home.
We always enjoy the Jack's Fork. Late August is usually a poor time for a float on the upper Jack's Fork because of low water, but we very much liked the river at Bunker Hill.
Since the 1960s this is the only view we've had of Bunker Hill Ranch: from the river as we floated by.
The cabins are very modern, clean, and appropriately decorated.
The meals are hearty and country-style. The camp has many activities available including tennis, swimming, canoeing, hiking, fishing, miniature golf, volleyball, and others.
My favorite sight was a bald eagle flying downstream observed from our cabin window.
All this and right down the highway from our house.
