Near Painter Ridge Trail - North Loop
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Near Painter Ridge Trail - North Loop
Old horse barn near north end of trail.
Near Painter Ridge Trail - North Loop
Trail along the ridge.

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Painter Ridge Trail - North Loop

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A singletrack loop running up to and along the ridge above Sinking Creek. Includes view of the valley.
0.9
mi
Distance
169
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
This is a multi-use trail so you'll likely encounter mountain bikers. Backpackers must register. Saws and hatchets aren't permitted on trail.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.9mi
Distance
169ft
Elevation Gain
65ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
875ft
High Point
715ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is a blue-blazed singletrack that goes from Timbuktu RV campground up to and along the ridge to meet the red-blazed Painter Ridge Trail - South Loop before looping back to the campground. The switchbacks from the RV Campground are nice. The loop mostly follows the side of the ridge weaving up and down and around the terrain. Like most trails in the Ozarks, the surface varies between rocks, stones, and gravel.

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