Your national forests and grasslands are 193 million acres of vast, scenic beauty waiting for you to discover. Visitors who choose to recreate on these public lands find more than 150,000 miles of trails, 10,000 developed recreation sites, 57,000 miles of streams, 122 alpine ski areas, 338,000 heritage sites, and specially designated sites that include 9,100 miles of byways, 22 recreation areas, 11 scenic areas, 439 wilderness areas, 122 wild and scenic rivers, nine monuments, and one preserve. And remember, “It’s All Yours.”
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This old Grist Mill is a window into the past. Visitors can park at the nearby Greer Springs trailhead parking area and walk a short trail that connect to the mill. Visitors are welcome to walk around and view the mill, but the interior is currently only accessible during special events hosted by the Ranger District.
Pomona Trailhead
The Pomona Trailhead access the Ozark Trail's North Fork Section.
This section has about thirteen miles of maintained trails wind along ridgetops and hollows among mixed oak hardwoods and southern pine. There are two trailheads that access the trail. There is parking available at both trailheads. From Blue Hole Trailhead to the northern loop of the North Fork loop, the Ridge Runner and Ozark Trails run…
Moon Loop Trailhead (on Ginn Rd.)
The Moon Loop Trailhead (on Ginn Rd.) connect to the Moon Loop of the Cedar Creek Trail. The Moon Loop portion is approximately seven miles in length and is named for the moon-like appearance of the area caused by soil erosion in the 1930s. The area has since been restored. Additionally, travelling south on the trail leads to the main part of the Cedar Creek Trail.
There is limited parking at the trailhead…
Sinking Creek Trailhead (OT)
The Sinkin Trailhead provides access to the middle of the Between the Rivers Section of the Ozark Trail (OT). There is an old cabin and fire lookout tower near the trailhead. Visitors usually are able to find parking easily at this trailhead.
The Between the Rivers Section of the Ozark Trail provides the necessary connection between the Current and Eleven Point Rivers. In addition to…
Brush Arbor trailhead (OT)
This trailhead provide accerss to the Viscoty Section of the Ozark Trail. Named after the one-room schoolhouse that formerly stood near the Victory Trailhead, this isolated section of the Ozark Trail is separated from the Wappapello Lake Section’s southern terminus by the Black River and three miles of rugged terrain. The trail follows through heavy oak forests, with small meadows and streams providing variety…
Brushy Creek trailhead (OT)
The Brushy Creek trailhead provides access to the Ozark Trail's Vicotry Section. The Vicotry Section of the Ozark Trail is named after the one-room schoolhouse that formerly stood near the Victory Trailhead. This isolated section of the Ozark Trail is separated from the Wappapello Lake Section’s southern terminus by the Black River and three miles of rugged terrain. The trail follows through…
F Highway Trailhead (OT)
The F Highway trailhead on the Poplar Bluff Ranger District provides access to the Wappapello Lake Section of the Ozark Trail. It is also the northernmost OT trailhead on the Poplar Bluff Ranger District of Mark Twain National Forest.
This trailhead has a large parking area and can fit multiple vehicles, including trucks with trailers.
More than half of the 35-mile long Wappapello…
Wolf Creek south trailhead
This trail system is just outside the town of Poplar Bluff, Mo and offers a network of hiking and mountain biking opportunties. The main trailhead and parking is one the north side of the system, but a second trailhead is on the south end. This is a popular site for day-hiking, trail-running, and mountain biking.
Harmon Springs Trailhead
This trailhead is a one of fsix trailheads on the Courtois section of the Ozark Trail (OT).
Directions From Potosi, MO, drive west on Highway 8 for 16.5 miles; turn right on Berryman Rd./Co. Rd. 207; go north about 4 miles and turn left on Floyd Tower Rd./Co. Rd. 205. Go north and west on Floyd Tower Rd. for about 5 miles…
Highway 8 (Berryman) Trailhead
This trailhead is one of six trailheads that provides access to the Courtois section of the Ozark Trail (OT).
This 45-mile long OT section includes 7.5 miles of state land north of the Narrows Trailhead, crosses private land at the Bass Resort, follows the Berryman Trail from about mile 22 through mile 32, and connects to the Trace…
Highway P Trailhead
This trailhad on the Salem Ranger District of Mark Twain Natiional Forest provides access to the Karkaghne Section of the Ozark Trail (OT).
This 25-mile trail section originates at MO Hwy J just east of Oates. It meanders south across the forested watershed for the West Fork of the Black river to the Sutton Bluff campground, and beyond to the Blair Creek section at MO Hwy 32 and P.
Sutton Bluff ATV 8 Trailhead
This trailhead functions as a staging area for OHVs for the Sutton Bluff Trail system.
The Sutton Bluff ATV, UTV, and Motorcycle Area is located within the rugged river breaks of the West Fork of the Black River. The segmented trails are accessed via county roads and Forest Service system roads, and total approximately 45…
Roby Trailhead for Paddy Creek Wilderness
This trailhead allows access to the southern portion of the Paddy Creek Wilderness, Big Piney Trail.
There is a large parking area at the trailhead that can accommodate horse trailers.
Collins Ridge Trailhead
This is one of three trailheads that provide access into the Devil's Backbone Wilderness Area. Collin's Ridge Trailhead is located on County Road KK 362 which comes off KK Highway about 16 miles west of West Plains, MO on the south end of the Wilderness.
The trailhead parking area can fit about 3 trucks with horse trailers and a couple additional cars.
This wilderness takes its…
Kaintuck Hollow north trailhead
This is the northernmost entrance into the Kaintuck Hollow Trail system.
The Kaintuck Hollow Trail System is south of the Mill Creek Recreation Area. Sixteen miles of trails lead you through an oak forest, interspersed with hickory, cedar, dogwood, and pine trees. There are several trail loops offering a variety of routes to choose from. Walk through a natural tunnel 175 foot long or enjoy wading…
Lindsey Mountain Trailhead
This is a wonderful place to spend the day hiking!
This 9,143 acre wilderness is part of the St. Francois Mountains, one of the oldest landforms in North America. Learn more about the Bell Mountain Wilderness here.
Brochures with Maps
A printable brochure is available for…
Bell Mountain Ottery Creek Trailhead
This trailhead accesses the Taum Sauk section of the Ozark Trail (OT).
This section of the Ozark Trail connects the Fredericktown Unit with the Potosi Unit traversing two state parks---Johnson Shut-ins and Taum Sauk Mountain---and the Devil's Tollgate and Bell Mountain Wilderness.
When entering the wilderness from the Ottery Creek Trailhead a short, 2 mile trail will take you to an intersection for the …
Sutton Bluff ATV 11 Trailhead
This trailhead functions as a staging area for OHVs for the Sutton Bluff Trail system.
The Sutton Bluff ATV, UTV, and Motorcycle Area is located within the rugged river breaks of the West Fork of the Black River. The segmented trails are accessed via county roads and Forest Service system roads, and total approximately 45…
Sutton Bluff ATV 4 & 14 Trailhead
This trailhead functions as a staging area for OHVs for the Sutton Bluff Trail system.
The Sutton Bluff ATV, UTV, and Motorcycle Area is located within the rugged river breaks of the West Fork of the Black River. The segmented trails are accessed via county roads and Forest Service system roads, and total approximately 45…
Swan Creek Non-Motorized Area
Swan Creek non-motorized area is a 23.31 mile trail system located near Garrison, Missouri that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. Dogs are able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Most of this horseback, hiking, or mountain bike trail system is located east of Swan Creek. Between its sand and gravel banks, the creek winds through a lush forest intermixed with glades.
The trail system spreads…
Raccoon Hollow Trailhead
Raccoon Hollow Trailhead is located on the south side of CC Highway about 1 1/2 miles east of Dora, MO. It provides entry into the Devil's Backbone Wilderness Area.This wilderness takes its name from a long narrow ridge known to early settlers as Devil’s Backbone. There is a unique blend of Missouri Ozark’s flora and fauna, characterized by rugged topography, springs, and the North Fork River. With…
Blue Hole Trailhead
Thirteen miles of maintained trails wind along ridgetops and hollows among mixed oak hardwoods and southern pine. There are two trailheads that access the trail. There is parking available at both trailheads. From Blue Hole Trailhead to the northern loop of the North Fork loop, the Ridge Runner and Ozark Trails run concurrently.
The Blue Hole Trailhead is located by traveling 9 miles west from Pomona, Mo on P…
Boydsville North Trailhead
The Boydsville North Trailhead leads to the Smith Creek Loop of the Cedar Creek Trail. This loop traverses five miles between Boydsville and Rutherford Bridge and offers a scenic hike that provides glimpses of Cedar Creek from the bluffs above. Additionally, travelling south on the trail leads to the main part of the Cedar Creek Trail.
Moon Loop Trailhead (On Barnes Chapel Rd.)
The Moon Loop Trailhead (on Barnes Chapel Rd.) leads to the Moon Loop of the Cedar Creek Trail. The Moon Loop portion is approximately seven miles in length and is named for the moon-like appearance of the area caused by soil erosion in the 1930s. The area has since been restored. Additionally, travelling south on the trail leads to the main part of the Cedar Creek Trail.
Wrangler Trailhead (OT)
The Wrangler Trailhead provides access to the Victory Section of the Ozark Trail. Named after the one-room schoolhouse that formerly stood near one of the trailheads, this isolated section of the Ozark Trail is separated from the Wappapello Lake Section’s southern terminus by the Black River and three miles of rugged terrain. The trail goes through heavy oak forests with small meadows and streams…