Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Bull Shoals, Arkansas

Washington Bald Forest Service Road (FSR) 148A is an offshoot trail from Bald Tower - FSR148. This trail will run you along a small rock shelf to an opening where you will have scenic views…
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Bald Tower - Forest Service Road (FSR) 148 is an out and back trail that leads you to an open area where you can see 2 radio towers. Due to the lack of travel in…
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This route begins as a well maintained graded county gravel road winding through dense hardwood forest and rolling Ozark hills. The road is generally wide enough for two vehicles to pass comfortably, with long sightlines,…
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Racetrack Ridge (F.S. 167) is located in the Mark Twain National Forest. Located just a ways south of the Glade Top area. Primarily a rocky route with several water crossings, some mud holes, ledges, and…
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Glade Top South FS 147 is the southern 9-mile section of the maintained gravel forestry road from Longrun, Missouri, to the Pinnacle Mountain intersection. This is part of the official Glade Top National Scenic Byway…
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This route branches off Highway 341 and quickly narrows into a one vehicle wide trail winding through dense forest and thick pines. The trail surface constantly changes, giving the route a little bit of everything.…
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Roadkill Cafe FS 504 (or Lower West Fork) is a natural forestry road branching off the Glade Top National Scenic Byway within Mark Twain National Forest, Ava Unit. It is a mild example of a…
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Forest Service Road (FSR) 147A is an out and back trail that shoots off of Glade Top South - FS 147. You will be taken through the woods to a larger clearing so that you…
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Pet Hollow FS 507A is a natural terrain forest service road within the Mark Twain National Forest Ava Unit, branching off the FS 507, as a part of the greater Glade Top National Forest Scenic…
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Fairview Church Forest Service Road (FSR) 170 is a short 1-mile-long trail that ends just before you reach private property. The trail has been blocked with large trees in the area to prevent people from…
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Gary Hollow Forest Service Road (FSR) 510A is an off shoot trail of Short Hollow - FS 510. It offers a variety of terrain and obstacles, ranging from rocky sections, mud holes, and a water…
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This route begins on a well-maintained gravel road near a local cemetery before transitioning into a narrower and less maintained forest service road deeper into the woods. The trail winds through dense pine and hardwood…
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This trail consists mostly of well-maintained gravel but includes winding, muddy sections and off-camber stretches caused by storm damage. The route features several very steep ascents and descents, especially near the beginning, where it drops…
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This route is a very well-maintained gravel road that winds through the rolling countryside and dense woods of the Ozarks. The road surface is smooth and wide enough for two vehicles to pass comfortably in…
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This route begins with direct access off Highway 341 and quickly transitions into a lightly maintained forest trail winding through dense pine and hardwood forest. Along the route, drivers will pass through open grassy meadows…
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This narrow trail features a grassy center and winds gently through a beautiful forest landscape. While mostly smooth, it does have some bumpy sections that require attention. Numerous offshoots and smaller trails invite further exploration,…
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West Fork East FS 509 is a natural terrain forestry road branching off the Glade Top National Scenic Byway within the Mark Twain National Forest Ava Unit. The trail traverses through scattered treelines and glade…
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Glade Top Southwest FS 149 is the southwest 5.8-mile section of the maintained gravel forestry road from Fairview, Missouri, to the Wolf Junction intersection. This is the southwest branch of the official Glade Top National…
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This trail offers a rewarding experience for those seeking both adventure and some of the best dispersed camping in this part of the Ozarks. It begins as a wide, smooth, and well-maintained road, but once…
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This out-and-back route travels through a mix of dense Ozark timber and open grassy clearings, giving the trail a secluded and remote feel. Much of the route is only one vehicle wide, so extra caution…
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This route is a narrow one-vehicle-wide trail that winds through a mix of wooded forest sections and open grassy meadows. Passing another vehicle could be difficult in several areas due to the tight tree cover…
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This trail offers both scenic beauty and a sense of historical significance as it climbs to the top of the mountain, where expansive views of the valley below reward the effort. Once an important route…
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This spur route branches off road # 1105 and travels through dense Ozark forest near a local cemetery. The road begins fairly maintained with smooth gravel and shaded tree cover, but becomes rougher farther in…
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Wildcat Road is an out-and-back trail that at one point parallels private property. You will be greeted with scenic overlooks along the way from atop a ridge. At the end of this trail is Merriman…
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This route is one of the easier and more maintained trails in the area, making it a good option for stock high-clearance 4WD vehicles or newer off-roaders looking for a relaxed forest drive. The route…
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This route winds through a dense forest of tall pine and hardwood trees on a mostly maintained gravel road. The trail is generally smooth and easy to navigate, though it remains only one vehicle wide…
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Hercules Tower FS 154 is a gravel forest road within the Mark Twain National Forest Ava Unit, as part of the larger Glade Top National Scenic Byway area. Aside from being a repeater site and…
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This is a short trail, but it will give you beautiful views of the Mark Twain National Forest. The trail runs through a mixture of woods and open areas along the ridge top, with a…
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This trail is located on the eastern side of the Ozark National Forrest. This trail shares the side of the Ozark National Forrest and one side with the Leatherwood Wilderness Management area. Use caution, as…
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This long and winding trail travels through scenic forests and passes by private lands, including several well-kept homesteads situated near the midpoint. Although the route consists primarily of maintained gravel, drivers should expect some rougher…
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