Paddy Creek trailhead


Area Status: Open

Paddy Creek Trail is a 1-mile hiking trail beginning and ending at the Paddy Creek Recreation Area.

 

Brochures and Maps

  • A printable brochure (pdf format) is available for download. 
  • Trail System Map (printable) and Trail System Map available on the Avenza app.

At a Glance

Restrictions: Foot traffic only
Closest Towns: Roby, Licking
Water: None
Operated By: Forest Service

General Information

Directions: From Roby, MO take Hwy 17 north 2 miles, turn east on Forest Road 7600 (watch for campground sign). Go 6 miles and turn south on Forest Road 220 for 2 miles to recreation area.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Dispersed Camping

Dispersed camping is the term used for free camping anywhere in the National Forest OUTSIDE of a designated campground. Dispersed camping means there are no toilets, no structures, no trash cans, no treated water, and no fire grates. There are extra responsibilities required for this type of camp. It's a must to educate yourself before you try it, but we hope the adventure of dispersed camping in the Mark Twain National Forest calls to you!

  1. Pick a Campsite and follow the Leave No Trace Principles
  2. Camp 100 feet away from trails and water sources.
  3. Treat any water found in the area before consuming it.
  4. Human waste (Feces) must be buried at least 6 inches deep and covered.
  5. Pack out all of your garbage.

Day Hiking

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Location

 
  Area/Length : 
1 mile

  Latitude : 
37.558315

  Longitude : 
-92.046902