Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Golden, Missouri

This is a Mark Twain National Forest Scenic Byway Drive between Highway 112 and 86 in southwest Missouri near Roaring River State Park and Eagle Rock, Missouri. Following NF Road 197 or FR 2275, it is an 8-mile east-west route that consists of well-maintained gravel roads that can be traveled by any...
Learn more about Mark Twain National Forest Scenic Drive

Scroggins Ridge to Rock Creek is an ideal route for stock four-wheel-drive vehicles and SxSs looking for a scenic and moderately challenging adventure through the Mark Twain National Forest. Spanning approximately 6.3 miles, this gravel forest road begins its descent south from Highway 76, weaving t...
Learn more about Scroggins Ridge to Rock Creek

Mary Cole Ridge, also known as Forest Road 1011, offers offroad enthusiasts an easy and scenic ridgeline drive through the dense hardwoods of Mark Twain National Forest. Suitable for stock four-wheel-drive vehicles, SxSs, and dirt bikes, this 3.3-mile trail is particularly stunning during the fall a...
Learn more about Mary Cole Ridge

Piney Ridge is an easy-going, scenic gravel route perfect for beginners, families, and those looking for a relaxed drive through the Mark Twain National Forest. Stretching just over five miles, this wide, well-maintained two-lane road is highly accessible, requiring only a standard two-wheel-drive v...
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Rail Hollow starts out from Stallion Bluff Road/FSR2185 and descends along The Piney Creek Wilderness on 39-1M/FSR1018. It is a well-maintained gravel road freshly graded and wide enough for two vehicles to pass. Once passing the Smith Branch turn off FSR1019 the road becomes much steeper and loose ...
Learn more about Rail Hollow

If entering from 76, this trail will be on the right side of the fork and starts off easy, but if entering from Scroggins, the trail starts off difficult. This trail offers some gorgeous views of the Mark Twain National Forest. There are no spots to camp along this trail nor are there any clearings ...
Learn more about FR 1181 to Scroggins Ridge

This is an easy gravel access road that leads down to the shoreline of Table Rock Lake. The trail is well-maintained and suitable for stock 4x4s, AWD vehicles, and most high-clearance 2WD trucks or SUVs in dry conditions. The road gradually descends toward the lake with mild washboarding and small l...
Learn more about CarrLow Gap

This is the perfect trail if you are looking to get out and enjoy the Mark Twain National Forest. This trail is very straightforward and can be easily completed solo. 4WD is not needed as this does not have any obstacles and the trail is very well maintained. There are some spots where it is a littl...
Learn more about FR 1180 (Left Fork)

This trail will take you from 76 to Farm Road 2185. The first half starts easy with little to no obstacles. Various parts have brush and bendy branches coming onto the trail, so some scratches on your rig can be expected. This trail is heavily wooded with no camping spots along it. Towards the middl...
Learn more about FR 1182

Smith Branch Trail is an ideal route for high-clearance four-wheel-drive vehicles and SxSs looking for a short, scenic drive through the Mark Twain National Forest to a waterfront destination. Spanning approximately 2.8 miles, this trail starts along the Rail Hollow Trail at FSR 1019 and descends fr...
Learn more about Smith Branch Trail

Butler Hollow connects Beaver, Arkansas, and Seligman, Missouri via a retired Arkansas & Ozarks rail line along Butler Creek. Most of the road is well-graded gravel with scattered potholes and dry water crossings. The north end of the road through the National Forest is packed dirt with scattered po...
Learn more about Butler Hollow

The route is approx 2.4 miles, which is one way of easy, well-maintained gravel roads. The route travels north to south along the far east side of the Pea Ridge National Military Park and can be driven in either direction If you are traveling south to north. It begins at N. Old Wire Rd and Alvin Se...
Learn more about North Old Wire Road

Flag Springs Road is a combination of gravel, dirt, and hard-packed red clay. It passes through Flag Springs Conservation Area and a public shooting range. Meandering along Brush Creek, the road crosses multiple dry creek crossings opening up to private ranches when turning left at County Road SE E6...
Learn more about Flag Springs Road

This route has some sharper turns, but it is overall a really fun trail. Great views overlooking a valley. Smaller cars would struggle on some portions of this trail, but a stock 4Runner or similar vehicle would have no problem. Pay attention to the property lines, as this trail runs adjacent to pri...
Learn more about WMA Road 9

After the entrance, the road opens into a well-maintained gravel drive with plenty of tree coverage and few obstacles in the first half. Beyond the turnoff for WMA Road 9, the terrain becomes slightly more challenging, featuring two small water crossings and a few steeper grades. Cell service is int...
Learn more about WMA Road 1245

Off the main trail, this route will take you directly to the rental cabins. If you need to return to the parking lot from the cabins, this trail also connects to the emergency exit trail. Follow all posted signage, stay alert for other riders, and use caution when traveling through this area.
Learn more about Short Cut to Cabins

One of the many cut-throughs throughout the park, this trail is intended to help riders access other areas more easily. Please use the cut-throughs as marked and intended, follow all posted signage, and remain aware of your surroundings. Be especially mindful of other riders when entering or merging...
Learn more about Short Cut

This section of the trail can get pretty rowdy, with rougher terrain that may be challenging for some vehicles. If you’re driving a rental or a less-capable machine, be sure to use the bypass. Choose the route that best suits your vehicle, and always ride within your limits for a safe experience.
Learn more about Family and Rental Bypass

One of the many loop trails throughout the park, these trails are fun and vary in difficulty, although none get too extreme. They’re a great option for novice riders looking to build confidence while still having fun. With plenty of trails to explore, you can easily stay busy for most of the day.
Learn more about Loop 3

One of the many cut-throughs throughout the park, this trail is intended to help riders access other areas more easily. Please use the cut-throughs as intended, follow all posted signage, and always remain aware of your surroundings. Be especially mindful of other riders when entering or merging ont...
Learn more about Main Track Cut Thru 2

This is a Mark Twain National Forest Scenic Byway Drive between Highway 112 and 86 in southwest Missouri near Roaring River State Park and Eagle Rock, Missouri. Following NF Road 197 or FR 2275, it is an 8-mile east-west route that consists of well-maintained gravel roads that can be traveled by any...
Learn more about Mark Twain National Forest Scenic Drive

If entering from 76, this trail will be on the right side of the fork and starts off easy, but if entering from Scroggins, the trail starts off difficult. This trail offers some gorgeous views of the Mark Twain National Forest. There are no spots to camp along this trail nor are there any clearings ...
Learn more about FR 1181 to Scroggins Ridge

This is an easy gravel access road that leads down to the shoreline of Table Rock Lake. The trail is well-maintained and suitable for stock 4x4s, AWD vehicles, and most high-clearance 2WD trucks or SUVs in dry conditions. The road gradually descends toward the lake with mild washboarding and small l...
Learn more about CarrLow Gap

This is the perfect trail if you are looking to get out and enjoy the Mark Twain National Forest. This trail is very straightforward and can be easily completed solo. 4WD is not needed as this does not have any obstacles and the trail is very well maintained. There are some spots where it is a littl...
Learn more about FR 1180 (Left Fork)

This is a Mark Twain National Forest Scenic Byway Drive between Highway 112 and 86 in southwest Missouri near Roaring River State Park and Eagle Rock, Missouri. Following NF Road 197 or FR 2275, it is an 8-mile east-west route that consists of well-maintained gravel roads that can be traveled by any...
Learn more about Mark Twain National Forest Scenic Drive

Mary Cole Ridge, also known as Forest Road 1011, offers offroad enthusiasts an easy and scenic ridgeline drive through the dense hardwoods of Mark Twain National Forest. Suitable for stock four-wheel-drive vehicles, SxSs, and dirt bikes, this 3.3-mile trail is particularly stunning during the fall a...
Learn more about Mary Cole Ridge

If entering from 76, this trail will be on the right side of the fork and starts off easy, but if entering from Scroggins, the trail starts off difficult. This trail offers some gorgeous views of the Mark Twain National Forest. There are no spots to camp along this trail nor are there any clearings ...
Learn more about FR 1181 to Scroggins Ridge

This is an easy gravel access road that leads down to the shoreline of Table Rock Lake. The trail is well-maintained and suitable for stock 4x4s, AWD vehicles, and most high-clearance 2WD trucks or SUVs in dry conditions. The road gradually descends toward the lake with mild washboarding and small l...
Learn more about CarrLow Gap