Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Alton, Missouri

After passing through the McCormack Lake Picnic Area, continue onto Forest Service Road 3155B. This trail winds through the forest until it reaches the Eleven Point River. Starting as a well-maintained forest service road, it later transitions into a gravel/dirt surface. Midway, the trail narrows an...
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This is an easy scenic trail meandering through the forest trails and back roads of Mark Twain National Forest. The roads are a mix of dirt/gravel forestry and county roads. In the general area, there are several hiking, biking, and NF recreation areas. Dispersed camping spots can be found throughou...
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FSR 3213 can be accessed from either end, running from U.S. Route 160 to MO V. This well-maintained gravel forest service road is suitable for most vehicles. As it winds up Wolf Mountain, you'll enjoy beautiful views of the Mark Twain National Forest. Upon reaching the summit of Wolf Mountain, at 92...
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Turkey Knob 3145 is an easy gravel road that takes you off-road from highway 60 south to highway 160 and is 23.8 miles long. When you first turn off of highway 60, you will find signs on the Decline of the Shortleaf Pine which is a collaborative project with several organizations to help bring the s...
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This trail begins as a well-maintained gravel surface forest service road. It continues as such for approximately half the distance of the trail up until you reach a large open grass area. This area is large enough for several vehicles to park at once and would make a great campsite. This area can b...
Learn more about Camp Roy - FSR 3208

Tucker Road (FS 4099) is a gravel, leaning into natural dirt forest road, within the Mark Twain National Forest, Doniphan / Eleven Point Unit. Tucker Road begins on the north shoulder of US Route 60 heading north into the woods, climbing uphill along the highway clearing, to turn into the dense wood...
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Exchange (FS 4101) is a gravel and dirt forest service road within the Mark Twain National Forest, Doniphan / Eleven Point Unit. Exchange starts on the north shoulder of US-60 heading east-northeast into the woods, first climbing up the right-of-way embankment along the highway to meet the FS ID mar...
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Ebb Spring (FS 4100) is a natural terrain forest service road within the Mark Twain National Forest, Doniphan / Eleven Point Unit. Ebb Spring is a short adventure starting from the north shoulder of US Route 60 heading north into the woods, passing the spur with a gate on the right at the entry, to ...
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Gooseneck 3412 is a beautiful scenic drive along an easy gravel road that is well-maintained through the Mark Twain National Forest. This route is situated just southwest of Grandin, Missouri on the Current River in the Ozark National Scenic Riverway. This route leads to the Gooseneck Campground whe...
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Ripley Lake 3240 is a short easy well maintained gravel road to Ripley Lake which is a 20 acre 12 foot deep lake. There you can find picnic areas with barbeque pits and boat docks for fishing. Anglers will need a fishing permit from the Missouri Department of Conservation. The only downside is ther...
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Compton 3144 is nestled in the beautiful and scenic Mark Twain National Forest located just west of Doniphan, Missouri. Compton 3144 is not advised for low clearance vehicles due to a water crossing right near the end of the trail. It's also really steep at the end and curves through the forest with...
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The Overgrowth Spur runs North to South through Mark Twain National Forest in Missouri. This trail offers dispersed campsites if chosen with creativity. There are plenty of pull-off locations in case of traffic. Fallen trees blocking the trail are likely. This forest has spotty service, so be sure t...
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Gooseneck Trail is an easy and scenic unpaved route through the Mark Twain National Forest, perfect for stock SUVs and beginner offroaders looking to explore Missouri's dense woodlands. Spanning approximately 2.7 miles, this trail offers a peaceful drive with a maximum elevation of 841 feet and mild...
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The Cave Spoon runs North to South through Mark Twain National Forest in Missouri. This trail offers dispersed campsites if chosen with creativity. There are plenty of pull-off locations in case of traffic. Fallen trees blocking the trail are likely, as well as pinstripes. This forest has spotty ser...
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Stegall Tower, Carter County Road 159, or simply Stegall Mountain Road, is a simple gravel-based road to the Missouri Department of Conservation Fire Tower and land on Stegall Mountain. The road is simple and graceful, with generally well-maintained gravel, a single water splash crossing, and mild e...
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Forest Road 3140 starts at an elevation of 748 feet and then drops to an elevation of 381 feet at the river. This route is an easy gravel road that curves through the Mark Twain National Forest which is located in Missouri. 3140 ends at the Current River which is a part of the Ozark National Scenic ...
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Rocky Falls or Shannon County Road 526 is a gravel and natural creek road within the Ozark National Scenic Riverway, Rocky Creek Missouri Department of Conservation Area, and Shannon County land. The road traverses through the hollows and hills surrounding the famous swimming hole and point of inter...
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Cave Spring Road, National Park Service 105, or Carter County 235, is a gravel road within Carter County and Ozark National Scenic Riverways land. The road leads north from Missouri Route E over small hills and elevation changes before hitting a mild uphill grade, passing a dispersed campsite area, ...
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Waymeyer Landing or National Park Service Road 215 is a sand and natural gravel road to the boat launch area of the same name, located along the Current River within the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. The logistical relevance of this road is undeniable, whether running kayaks, tubes, or rigs from/...
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Aldrich Cemetery, Upper Aldrich Valley Road, or Carter County Road 205 is a coarse gravel and occasional creek bottom road traversing Carter County and Pioneer Forest Land. Coming right off US-60, the Aldrich Cemetery road heads southwest before turning even more south towards the low-lying bottoms ...
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After passing through the McCormack Lake Picnic Area, continue onto Forest Service Road 3155B. This trail winds through the forest until it reaches the Eleven Point River. Starting as a well-maintained forest service road, it later transitions into a gravel/dirt surface. Midway, the trail narrows an...
Learn more about Boom Hole Access - FSR 3155B

FSR 3213 can be accessed from either end, running from U.S. Route 160 to MO V. This well-maintained gravel forest service road is suitable for most vehicles. As it winds up Wolf Mountain, you'll enjoy beautiful views of the Mark Twain National Forest. Upon reaching the summit of Wolf Mountain, at 92...
Learn more about Wolf Mountain - FSR 3213

Turkey Knob 3145 is an easy gravel road that takes you off-road from highway 60 south to highway 160 and is 23.8 miles long. When you first turn off of highway 60, you will find signs on the Decline of the Shortleaf Pine which is a collaborative project with several organizations to help bring the s...
Learn more about Turkey Knob 3145

This trail begins as a well-maintained gravel surface forest service road. It continues as such for approximately half the distance of the trail up until you reach a large open grass area. This area is large enough for several vehicles to park at once and would make a great campsite. This area can b...
Learn more about Camp Roy - FSR 3208

After passing through the McCormack Lake Picnic Area, continue onto Forest Service Road 3155B. This trail winds through the forest until it reaches the Eleven Point River. Starting as a well-maintained forest service road, it later transitions into a gravel/dirt surface. Midway, the trail narrows an...
Learn more about Boom Hole Access - FSR 3155B

FSR 3213 can be accessed from either end, running from U.S. Route 160 to MO V. This well-maintained gravel forest service road is suitable for most vehicles. As it winds up Wolf Mountain, you'll enjoy beautiful views of the Mark Twain National Forest. Upon reaching the summit of Wolf Mountain, at 92...
Learn more about Wolf Mountain - FSR 3213

Turkey Knob 3145 is an easy gravel road that takes you off-road from highway 60 south to highway 160 and is 23.8 miles long. When you first turn off of highway 60, you will find signs on the Decline of the Shortleaf Pine which is a collaborative project with several organizations to help bring the s...
Learn more about Turkey Knob 3145

This trail begins as a well-maintained gravel surface forest service road. It continues as such for approximately half the distance of the trail up until you reach a large open grass area. This area is large enough for several vehicles to park at once and would make a great campsite. This area can b...
Learn more about Camp Roy - FSR 3208