Full Description
Discover 43 five-star hiking trails in Arkansas and Missouri, including popular routes and hidden gems throughout the Ozark Mountains.
Peaceful waterfalls, dramatic mountain vistas, and untamed streams, the Ozarks region is a popular and beloved destination—and there's no better place to hit the trails. This diverse geographical area offers a variety of easy, moderate, and strenuous hikes. Visit pristine natural springs in the Mark Twain National Forest. Traverse the rugged mountain canvas of the Ozark National Forest. See the towering Cedar Falls in the Arkansas River Valley.
Explore 43 of the region's best, five-star trails with this easy-to-carry and easy-to-use guidebook. In the updated edition, acclaimed author, expert hiker, and former board member of the Ozark Highlands Trail Association Jim Warnock presents everything you need to know about spectacular outings that lead to mountain panoramas, remote wilderness, amazing wildlife, and more.
Inside you'll find:
Descriptions of 43 five-star hiking trails for all levels and interests
GPS-based trail maps, elevation profiles, and detailed directions to trailheads
Insight into the history, flora, and fauna of the routes
Ratings for scenery, difficulty, trail condition, solitude, and accessibility for children
Save time and make the most of your hiking adventures. From the banks of Lake Alma to the broken-down buildings of the Rush ghost town, you'll experience the best of the Ozarks' breathtaking scenery and varied terrain. Lace up, grab your pack, and hit the trail!
Contents
Overview Map
Overview Map Key
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Preface
Recommended Hikes
Introduction
Arkansas
Lake Alma Trails
Lake Fort Smith State Park: Shepherd Springs Loop
Devil's Den State Park: Yellow Rock Trail
White Rock Mountain Rim Trail
Redding Loop / Spy Rock Loop
Marinoni Scenic Area
Spirits Creek on the Ozark Highlands Trail (OHT)
Cedar Creek on the OHT
Hobbs State Park: Pigeon Roost Loop
Whitaker Point / Hawksbill Crag
Smith Creek Preserve Trail
Buffalo National River: Lost Valley Trail
Buffalo River Trail: Ponca to Steel Creek Overlook
Buffalo National River: Goat Bluff and Hemmed-in Hollow Trail
Buffalo National River: Hideout Hollow
Alum Cove Natural Bridge
Pedestal Rocks Scenic Area
Buffalo National River: River View Spring Hollow Trails
Buffalo National River: Indian Rock House Trail
Blanchard Springs and Mirror Lake Trail
Petit Jean State Park: Seven Hollows Trail
Petit Jean State Park: Cedar Falls Trail
Mount Magazine State Park: Ridge and High Point Loops
Missouri
Roaring River State Park: Fire Tower, Deer Leap, Devil's Kitchen, and River Trails
Ruth and Paul Henning Conservation Area: Homesteaders Trail
Hercules Glades Wilderness: West Loop
Devils Backbone Wilderness: Blue Spring Loop
Ozark Trail: McCormack Lake to Greer Crossing
Ozark National Scenic Riverways: Alley Spring and Mill
Ozark National Scenic Riverways: Big Spring Double Loop
Ozark Trail: Rocky Falls to Stegall Mountain Vista
Ozark Trail: Current River Vista at Owls Bend
Current River State Park Hike
Devils Well
Johnson's Shut-ins State Park: Shut-ins Loop
Taum Sauk Mountain State Park: Mina Sauk Falls Trail
Elephant Rocks State Park: Braille Trail and Engine House
Tiemann Shut-ins Hike
Pickle Springs Natural Area: Trail Through Time
Ha Ha Tonka Hiking Tour
Clifty Creek Natural Area Loop
Maramec Spring Park Loop
Onondaga Cave State Park Circuit
Appendixes
Appendix A: Area Outdoor Retailers
Appendix B: Maps
Appendix C: Hiking Clubs
Index
About the Author
Map Legend
