Cedar Bluff trailhead
Cedar Bluff Trail is a 1.5-mile loop trail in the Lane Spring Recreation Area. It climbs the hillside a rocky cedar glad and view of Little Piney Creek are possible.
If you've never seen an Ozarks "glade", you'll enjoy visiting the rocky meadow at the top, surrounded by cedar trees for which the trail is named.
This trail starts at the northern part of the recreation area and winds it’s way up to the top of the bluff. It is a fairly steep, windy, narrow trail and there are many roots and rocks.
At the top of the bluff you’ll be able to see the Little Piney River and adjacent bluffs. In the Summer you will not see as far or as much due to the vegetation leafing out.
The bottom of the trail that comes back out in the Recreation area of Lane Spring can have standing water after a heavy rain in spots.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | assessment from flooding being completed |
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Operational Hours: | Day use only |
Area Amenities: |
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Fees: | Day Use
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Open Season: | January - December |
Usage: | Light |
Restrictions: | On the Trail
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Closest Towns: | Rolla |
Water: | Drinking Water |
Restroom: | Vault |
Passes: | Pass information can be found on the Passes and Permits page of the website. |
Operated By: | USDA Forest Service |
Information Center: | Houston/Rolla/Cedar Creek Ranger District Email | Phone and Address |
General Information
Directions:From Rolla, MO
- go 12 miles south on Hwy 63;
- turn right/west onto Forest Road 1892 (marked by entrance sign). Follow this road 1.5 miles to recreation area where the road dead ends.
Parking:
Winter Use
The trail is still available for use when the gate to Lane Springs is closed. You will need to park at the small parking area provided next to the gate at the top of the hill.
Accessibility:
Vault toilet
General Notes:
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.
Activities
Day Hiking
Cedar Bluff Trail begins near the pavilion in the picnic area at the Lane Spring Recreation Area (look for the sign). The trail is mostly wooded, and steep in some places. At its highest point, the trail offers a view of Little Piney Creek. Cedar Bluff trail is a 1.5- mile loop which returns to the picnic area.