Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Vandiver, Missouri

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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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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Coffee Creek Road is a private access route available exclusively to visitors of LOTO Offroad Park. This low-maintenance gravel road is primarily used by local residents, so it's important to remain on the designated path…
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The Wart Trail is a short loop off the far northeast corner of the Outer Limits Trail. It drops down fifty feet into a gulch. There is a short, steep drop on the north end…
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Fur Road is a private-access-only road, but it may be utilized by visitors of LOTO Offroad Park to reach the developing northern logging trail area. This road is a basic, low-maintenance dirt path and should…
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The Outer Limit trail is the main perimeter route of the Lake of the Ozarks Off-Road Park and a must-know trail for all visitors. It circles the park's scenic terrain near Gravois Creek. This trail…
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This mostly dirt trail provides an easier route through the park and serves as a useful connector to several more challenging trails in the area. This natural rock formation offers a scenic and unique riding…
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Critter Cutoff is an easy trail that is mostly dirt with a few muddy spots during rainy weather. The lower end connects to Outer Limits on the northeast side of the park and leads uphill…
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This shorter logging trail winds through the valley at the bottom of Logging Trail #1. Along the route, you'll encounter a couple of impressive rock overhangs--natural features that make for excellent photo opportunities. The trail…
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This nearly half-mile trail is the second logging trail added to the park, providing access deeper into the newer park addition. The route loops back to Fur Road, offering a convenient loop for riders. Along…
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This trail is a mostly dirt path that forms a partial loop, reconnecting you to the Hungover Trail and offering a smooth, easy ride through the wooded area. The terrain is straightforward with no major…
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This mostly dirt trail provides an easier route through the park and serves as a useful connector to several more challenging trails in the area. This natural rock formation offers a scenic and unique riding…
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This 0.7-mile offroad trail travels around the upper field of the park, offering an easy and scenic route for riders of all experience levels. It's a great starting point for exploring the park, as it…
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This offroad trail, known as Critter Crossing, earns its name from the numerous critters seen along its route. The trail begins by guiding you through a natural wash, then gradually climbs through a series of…
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Chigger Lane is a mild offroad trail that offers an enjoyable and scenic ride without the intense technical challenges found on tougher routes. The trail traverses along smooth, rolling terrain surrounded by woods and open…
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This short hill climb loop features a rapid elevation change of approximately 100 feet, making it a challenging section of the park's trail system. The steep incline and decline demand careful navigation and capable vehicles.…
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Rocky Road is found at the southern end of the park, branching off from the main Coffee Creek area and weaving into the surrounding forest. This trail serves as a scenic connector and features a…
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The Buckbeak trail is an easy ride connecting Outer Limits trail on the north end to Squatch Street on the south end. Buckbeak provides an easier route than the more difficult Turtle Trail next door.…
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This short and simple offroad trail provides a convenient way to create a loop within the Coffee Creek area or to access the nearby Coffee Creek Hill Trails. It runs along the outer edge of…
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This centrally located trail serves as a convenient route for accessing several of the park's more challenging trails, or simply for enjoying a leisurely ride through the scenic woodland areas. Made up primarily of packed…
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Winchester is an easy trail through thick woods that crosses Outer Limit and then curves back down to a dead end into Outer Limit again. Some mild ruts and off camber in the mid section…
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This short offroad trail winds through a densely wooded area, offering a scenic route that takes you deep into the LOTO Offroad Park. There are several alternate trails along the way for longer rides or…
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The Saddle is located on the southern side of the park and offers a scenic route that breaks away from the creek area and ventures deep into the wooded terrain. This trail features a 150-foot…
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Chimney Trail is a scenic offroad route that leads you deep into the woods, passing the remnants of an old homestead where only a lone chimney still stands--hence the name. The trail itself winds through…
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This trail follows the power lines from east to west, cutting straight across the central area of the park. It serves as a convenient and reliable route for navigating the park, offering access to many…
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The Spur is located near the Coffee Creek area and offers a slightly more challenging ride compared to Turkey Ridge. The trail is primarily dirt and features a hill climb with a moderate incline. What…
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Middle Road trail is an easy trail that takes you from the check-in/office area up through the gulch and terminates into Outer Limits trail along the northern edge of the main park area. Middle Road…
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Turkey Ridge is located near the Coffee Creek area and offers a smooth, enjoyable ride for off-road riders of all skill levels. The trail is primarily dirt and features a single, simple hill climb that…
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Strut is located in the Coffee Creek area. The terrain is a non-maintained gravel road offering a scenic and easy ride. This trail is a gradual, but easy, climb to the top. Riders use this…
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Rocky Ravine serves as a convenient route for accessing several of the park's more challenging trails, or simply for enjoying a leisurely ride through the scenic woodland areas. Made up primarily of packed dirt and…
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