Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Martinsburg, Missouri

Lost Creek Road is a scenic, graded gravel road. The road is fairly smooth, with the typical potholes. Shortly after you start, you'll come across a flowing waterfall off the road to the left. As…
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This scenic route follows a well-maintained gravel road that runs parallel to both the Katy Trail and the Missouri River, often called "The Big Muddy." While occasional washboard patches, potholes, and loose gravel demand attention,…
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This is a beautiful ride through Mark Twain National Forest on the northern portion of the Potosi district. There are lots of opportunities for photos and enjoying the scenery. You are likely to see deer…
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This is an easy, well-maintained gravel road within the Mark Twain Forest with just a few bumps and puddles, but after severe weather storms, there is the possibility of fallen trees. The trail offers great…
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This well-maintained gravel road passes into part of the Mark Twain National Forest. It offers beautiful scenery, many hiking opportunities, and lots of wildlife. Starting the trail at MO T, you will end with a…
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As you travel along, you weave in and out of the Mark Twain Forest. You'll start near one of the areas for camping and floating outfitters (Eagle Hurst Ranch), popular during the summer. The Huzzah…
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The West Star Flatwoods trail is primarily composed of gravel, with minimal bumps and potholes. However, it is susceptible to washouts in one area, approximately halfway through the trail, following heavy rainfall. When navigating the…
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Billy's Branch (FS 2608) is a natural dirt and gravel road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The road begins at Berryman Road and the upper ridge it rests on, heading northwest,…
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Courtois Cemetery (FS 2878) is a nature gravel and dirt forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. Courtios (pronounced Coat-A-Way) Cemetery begins at Missouri Route 8 heading north, first crossing…
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Shirley Ridge (FS 2628) is a maintained gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The road begins at Berryman Road and the upper ridge it rests on, heading northwest,…
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Hidden Pond (FS 2607) is a natural dirt and gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The road begins at Berryman Road and the upper ridge it rests on,…
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Hidden Pond Spur A (FS 2607A) is a natural dirt and gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The Spur Road begins going south off the far western section…
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Kemlin Hollow (FS 2627) is a natural gravel and dirt road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The road begins at Berryman Road and the upper ridge it rests on, heading south,…
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This route starts out fairly wide and is in very good condition, making the first stretch easy to navigate. The surface is well-maintained and generally smooth. Around 1 mile in, you may encounter a small…
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Clear Creek North Side (FS 2269) is a dirt and gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The dirty natural gravel surface track heads south from the Floyd Tower…
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This route is very well maintained and nearly wide enough in many sections for two vehicles to pass comfortably. The surface is smooth and consistent, making for an easy and relaxed drive. Along the route,…
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This route follows a wide, well-maintained gravel road that is easy to navigate and comfortable for most vehicles. The surface is generally smooth, with no significant obstacles or technical challenges along the way. Several side…
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This route is primarily gravel and generally easy to travel, with a consistent surface throughout most of the route. In several sections, you'll encounter areas where water tends to pool, sometimes creating larger standing puddles.…
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This is part 5 of a trip around Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri! This leg is the best; there are some neat things to see, places to take pictures, and a little history!
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This trail features numerous mud puddles scattered along the route, some of which can be fairly deep depending on recent weather. While the water-filled sections may look intimidating, most of them typically have a firm,…
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This route begins as a wide county road with enough room for two vehicles to pass comfortably. As you continue, it narrows significantly near a barn and transitions into more of a single vehicle wide…
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Pigeon Roost Road or Washington County Road 603, is a gravel-dirt mixed road going through portions of rural Washington County land and the Potosi Unit within Mark Twain National Forest. The road features a unique…
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Coffman Hollow (FS 2907) is a natural dirt, coarse gravel, and natural rock forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. Coffman Hollow heads west off the FS 2438, going along…
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A well-maintained gravel road that is generally easy to navigate, though there are a few narrower sections where trees and brush close in slightly. Along the route, you'll encounter several puddles that can become surprisingly…
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This route is generally well-maintained and offers a smooth, consistent driving surface for most of its length. Along the way, you'll encounter several puddles, some deeper than others, though they typically have a firm, hard-packed…
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This is a single vehicle wide route that remains fairly pleasant to travel. While there are a few rougher or uneven sections along the route, the surface is generally manageable and does not present significant…
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This is an out-and-back route that sees limited maintenance but is still traveled enough to follow without much difficulty. Early on, there is a single dispersed campsite located not far from the trailhead. The route…
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This route drops you down toward the Big Piney River and offers a straightforward way to reach the water without heavy traffic or crowds. A few sections are noticeably steep, but they're built on a…
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Criswell FS 2248, is a gravel road within the Pigeon Roost Road area of the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The road starts coming off the Pigeon Roost Road, following a ridge going…
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Lost Meridian FS 2420, is a natural improved trail within the Grassy Hollow Road area of the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The trail terrain leans into the natural from the entry, consisting…
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