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 trail wanders through Peck Ranch Conservation Area. High bluffs, shut ins and igneous glades provide attractive scenery.
9 Miles of the 30 miles of the Current River Section of the Ozark Trail is located on the Mark Twain National Forest which runs from the Hwy 60 Trailhead north to Peck Ranch.
Section Length: 30 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
Going North: Blair Creek Section
Going South: Between the Rivers Section
Specific Trail Information
Trail Number
Trail Type
General Information
Camping
Dispersed camping is allowed along the trail. There are no toilets, no structures, no trash cans, no treated water, and no fire grates available.
Trail Conditions
For additional information on the Ozark Trail, including trail conditions and detailed maps, visit the Ozark Trail Association.
There are no fees.
- Hiking is allowed.
- No biking or horseback use on this section of trail
- No motorized vehicles are permitted on any section of the Ozark Trail.
- Camp at least 100 feet from the trail, treat all water used, bury human waste and pack out all trash.
Address: #66 Confederate Ridge Road Doniphan, MO 63935
Phone: 573-996-2153
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
Parking
Trailheads (north to south)
- Powder Mill Trailhead
- Current River Parking
- MDC Lot Trailhead
- Klepzig Mill Parking
- Rocky Falls Parking
- Peck Ranch Trailhead
- Highway 60 Trailhead (FS)
Directions
The Current River Section of the Ozark Trail can be accessed at Powder Mill, Shannon County Road 533, Peck Ranch Road, and Hwy 60.
Additional Information
Operated By
USDA Forest Service
Nearby Recreation Sites
Recreation Groups
