Hiking

Mark Twain National Forest has every type of hiking adventure you could think of. 

Staying at a campground and want a short, keep the kids busy hike? Many of our campgrounds have 2 mile or less walks, most of which are kid friendly. 

Looking for an afternoon in the woods? There are many trails across the forest that are 10 miles or less, as well as longer trails that can be broken up into sections.

Overnight adventure with a clearly defined trail? We've got you. Check out the Ozark Trail or any of the other longer trails on the forest for backpacking.

Looking to test your orienteering skills? We have six (6) wilderness areas to choose from.

Backpacking

Try your compass and map skills in any of the six (6) wilderness areas across the forest for an overnight adventure. 

Want an overnight trip that is a little less wild? Many of our designated (marked) trails are long enough for overnight trips, including the Ozark Trail. 

General Hiking

Staying at one of our campgrounds and just want something to do during the day? Many campgrounds have short trails in and around the campground where you can take a quick stroll to while away the afternoon.

Day Hikes

Many of our trails are less than 10 miles long and make for a great day hike. Or check out some of our longer trails that can be done in shorter sections.

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Noblett Trailhead

Site Open

The Noblett Trailhead is another way to access the Ridge Runner Trail system.  Visitors can also access the Trail at the Noblett Lake Trailhead at the Noblett Lake Day Use Area, the Horton…

North Fork Recreation Area

Site Open

North Fork Recreation Area provides camping, picnicking, boating, canoeing, hiking and fishing access to the beautiful North Fork of the White River, which has a total of nine major springs flowing…

Ozark Trail - Between the Rivers Section

The Between the Rivers Section of the Ozark Trail provides the necessary connection between the Current and Eleven Point Rivers. In addition to traversing impressive stands of white oak, shortleaf…

Ozark Trail - Blair Creek Section

This trail section originates near the north edge of Shannon county at the junction of MO Hwy P and 72. It meanders through mature oak-pine forest approximately 8 miles to the southern boundary of…

Ozark Trail - Courtois Creek Section

This section is the gateway to the Ozarks--starting at Onondaga Cave State Park and winding through the Huzzah State Forest/Conservation Area, opening into the lead district of Missouri and the Mark…

Ozark Trail - Current River Section

The Current River Section of the Ozark Trail, a 30 mile section, passes through a myriad of publicly owned lands, best viewed from the trail atop Stegal Mountain, the highest point in the area. The…

Ozark Trail - Eleven Point River Section

The Eleven Point River Section of the Ozark Trail is located in Oregon County MO running east and west about 20 miles south of Winona, MO. It has several lookout points for the Eleven Point River.…

Ozark Trail - Karkaghne Section

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…

Ozark Trail - Marble Creek/Crane Lake Section

This short, 10-mile section of the Ozark Trail runs from Marble Creek Campground to Crane Lake Picnic Area, with the Crane Lake Trail circling the lake. Section Length: 9 miles Difficulty:…

Ozark Trail - Middle Fork Section

The Middle Fork Section crosses many brooks and streams in the upper basin of the Middle Fork of the Black River: Neals Creek, Strother Creek, Henderson Creek, Little Creek, Brooks Creek, as well as…