Oak Camp Trailhead
This is one of the three trailheads for the Chadwick Motorized Trail System.
Chadwick Trail
Nearly 80 miles of multi-use trails for ATV, UTV, motorcycle, and mountain bikes wind in and out of deep forested hollows and down long ridge tops. It’s possible to plan a wide variety of full-loop riding without backtracking. All riders will encounter advanced riding challenges.
Off-trail travel is allowed only at two locations in the Chadwick Area. One is the 3-acre Family Play Area just to the west of Cobb Ridge Campground. The other is the 5-acre Trials Bike Area, located between Trails 110 and 135, near the head of Cobb Ridge. These areas are shown on the map.
- Difficulty Rating: mostly moderate
- Length: +/- 80 miles
- Best Seasons: Fall and spring
- Surface Type: Segment 113 to H Highway has paved portions, all other segments and sections are native material
- Average Trail Grade: Varies by segment
General Information
Camping
Trailer and tent camping at Cobb Ridge. Reservations recommended, however some sites are first come, first served.
Safety:
- During temperate months, be prepared for biting insects, poison ivy and high temperatures.
- Be aware of hunting seasons.
For more safety tips visit the Safety section of the website.
Available Maps:
- Chadwick Trails - PDF
Visit Visitor Maps and Guides for information on available Forest Visitor Maps, Topographic Maps, and Mobile App/Interactive Maps.
January - December
Day Use Hours:
- 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
On the Trail
- Riders must obey all State laws established for vehicles used off-highway.
- Motorized vehicles used in Chadwick riding area must be no more than 50 inches wide.
- Use only established numbered and approved trails - do not go cross country.
- Vehicles must have an appropriate muffler and approved spark arrester maintained in effective working order.
- All equipment must have operable braking systems.
At the Trailheads
- No overnight camping in day use areas at any time of year.
- No trash containers; please pack out all your trash.
- Fireworks are prohibited.
Riding permit required. Visit the Passes and Permits section of the site for prices and how to buy Mark Twain passes.
No fees are required for this site
Address: 1006 S. Jefferson Ava, MO 65608
Phone: 417-683-4428
Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday; District Offices closed 1 - 1:30 for lunch (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.marktwainnf@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 36.873763
Longitude: -93.09386
Directions
From Chadwick
- take Hwy 125 south 1.5 miles
- then turn right onto Hwy H and travel about 4 miles
- the trailhead is on the right hand side of the road
Parking
There is room for 3 vehicles with trailers
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are Available At:
- Camp Ridge,
- KC Pavilion,
- Cobb Ridge Recreation Area
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
No drinking water is available at trailheads or along the trail; bring what you will need, or be prepared to sterilize water you find.
There is potable water available at Cobb Ridge Recreation Area.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are not available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
Nearby Trails
Recreation Opportunities
OHV Trail RidingOHV Trail Riding Info
Chadwick Trails
Most trails stay on the ridge tops or hollow bottoms, with connecting trails crossing slide slopes. Some trail sections offer greater challenges than others. Various methods may be used to indicate closed trails. Travel only open marked trails, and stay off closed routes.
Off-trail travel is allowed only at two locations in the Chadwick Area. One is the 3-acre Family Play Area just to the west of Cobb Ridge Campground. The other is the 5-acre Trials Bike Area, located between Trails 110 and 135, near the head of Cobb Ridge.
Orange Diamonds with trail numbers mark the open, designated trails.
Recreation Groups
Nearly 80 miles of multi-use trails for ATV, UTV, motorcycle, and mountain bikes wind in and out of deep forested hollows and down long ridge tops.