Live, Work & Play In The Ozarks Bordering Arkansas

Willow Springs, in Howell County, is in south central Missouri, bordering Arkansas. It is right on US Highways 60 and 63. State Highways 76 and 137 start or end here, depending on your direction. Highway 76 is a scenic route to Branson, which is only about 110 miles east. Springfield, the third largest city in Missouri, is only about 87 miles west.

Willow Springs is named after a large spring surrounded by beautiful weeping willow trees that was located about 8 miles away.

In the spring, dogwood and redbud blossoms hint at the explosion of green to come. Bright fall colors remind us to stock up on firewood before the snow flies. Average annual rainfall is 45 inches. The average annual snowfall is 7-14 inches. Temperatures range from an average high in July of 90 degrees to a low of 65 degrees. January temperatures range from the average high of 45 degrees to a low of 25 degrees.

Special events in the area include rodeos, horse shows, concerts, music in the park, fairs and carnivals. Local points of interest include Dawt Mill and Hodgson Mill.

A fully accredited school system serves the community. The A+ Schools Program is designed to provide students with an exciting and rigorous program of academic and technical education to give students the motivation, skills and knowledge to graduate from high school. The West Plains Vo-Tech - Willow Springs Branch, also serves area needs. Southwest Missouri State University, Southwest Baptist University and Drury College meet area higher educational needs.

Three hospitals are within a 30-mile radius of Willow Springs. Two medical clinics are in Willow Springs. Air and land based ambulances serve the area with advanced life support system.

The 1.5 million acres of Mark Twain National Forest plus national parks, state forest and local parks provide ample elbowroom. Area lakes provide sailing, fishing, swimming and water skiing possibilities. There are also three 9-hole courses and two 18-hole courses within 30 miles. Schools and civic organizations promote various athletics for all ages. You can enjoy track and field events, football, tennis, volleyball, golf, basketball, soccer, baseball or softball. Willow Springs also maintains an Olympic-size swimming pool.

Willow Springs offers the things many people are looking for to improve their quality of life. Newcomers from all over the nation are moving here to enjoy the easy-going lifestyle, low cost of living, diverse economy, beautiful hills and clear streams. Come and visit us here at United Country and let us help you find your dream property.