Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Newburg, Missouri

This trail follows a well-maintained gravel forest service road winding deep through the Mark Twain National Forest. Along the route, you’ll encounter a couple of small, shallow water crossings that are typically easy to navigate, though extra caution should be used during periods of heavy rain or f...
Learn more about Huffman Road - FS 1735

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 surprise, the beautiful Mill Creek. If visiting in the summer, plan to get your feet wet,...
Learn more about Kaintuck Hallow - FS 1592

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 scenery as well as wildlife and lots of offshoots to explore, with a bit more difficulty, and...
Learn more about Schott - FS 1516

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 trail, keep an eye out for the diverse and vibrant flora, includi...
Learn more about West Star Flatwoods - FS 1571

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, solid bottom underneath. Vegetation has begun to grow along portions of the tra...
Learn more about FS 1530C

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 seasonal waterfall and a shallow water crossing that flows across the trail, depending on recen...
Learn more about FS 1702

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 roads and offshoots branch off from the main route, offering opportuni...
Learn more about FS 1727

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, there are several designated pull-off areas suitable for dispersed camping. You’ll encounter a...
Learn more about FS 1530

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 route. Use caution in this area, as the property on the same side as the barn is clearly marked as p...
Learn more about FS 1705

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 bottom. The route is technically single-vehicle width, but there ar...
Learn more about FS 1534

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. While these spots can look intimidating at first glance, they typica...
Learn more about FS 1727A

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 deep, especially after periods of rain, so it’s wise to approach them cau...
Learn more about FS 1733

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!
Learn more about FS 1730 to Temporal Road

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 quickly narrows as it moves into thicker timber, with dense tree cover creating tig...
Learn more about FS 1730A

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 difficulty. Trees line both sides of the route, creating a more enclosed feel, and it’s p...
Learn more about FS 1710

This is a maintained gravel road with generally smooth conditions, though you will encounter a few rougher or washboarded sections along the way. There are a couple of larger dispersed camping areas that offer plenty of space for multiple vehicles or small groups. The route eventually leads to Mayfi...
Learn more about Thomas Lane

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 solid gravel base that provides decent traction in dry conditions. After rain, those same climbs can b...
Learn more about Booker Bend

This is a fairly wide route with enough space for two vehicles to pass comfortably in most sections. However, drivers should remain alert, as active logging operations may take place along this route. It’s possible to encounter logging trucks, heavy equipment, or debris related to timber activity. S...
Learn more about FSR 1708A

This is a scenic and easy route lined with tall, mature trees that create a peaceful, shaded drive. The surface is a well-maintained gravel road with no significant obstacles, steep climbs, or technical challenges, making it suitable for most vehicles. The route is straightforward and comfortable fr...
Learn more about FS 1708

This route is fairly well-maintained and generally easy to travel, though it does feature several mud holes scattered along the route. While some of the puddles can appear deep, they typically have a firm, solid bottom that provides a stable footing for most vehicles. There are a few areas where tre...
Learn more about FS 1736

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, solid bottom underneath. Vegetation has begun to grow along portions of the tra...
Learn more about FS 1530C

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 seasonal waterfall and a shallow water crossing that flows across the trail, depending on recen...
Learn more about FS 1702

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 roads and offshoots branch off from the main route, offering opportuni...
Learn more about FS 1727

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, there are several designated pull-off areas suitable for dispersed camping. You’ll encounter a...
Learn more about FS 1530

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 surprise, the beautiful Mill Creek. If visiting in the summer, plan to get your feet wet,...
Learn more about Kaintuck Hallow - FS 1592

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 scenery as well as wildlife and lots of offshoots to explore, with a bit more difficulty, and...
Learn more about Schott - FS 1516

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, solid bottom underneath. Vegetation has begun to grow along portions of the tra...
Learn more about FS 1530C

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 seasonal waterfall and a shallow water crossing that flows across the trail, depending on recen...
Learn more about FS 1702