Mark Twain National Forest
Location:
Phelps County
Phelps County
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The trail head lot has recently had new surface gravel added, so the locals have started to have their bonfires off in the grass. They still use pallets which means a lot of nails left behind. You want to make sure and stay on the gravel now, do not park off to the side in the grass.
Open during hunting seasons.
Changes To Book Information:
Veterinarian: Animal Health Center
Justin Burger
573-364-7100
Directions:
From Rolla, take I-44 west to the Doolittle Hwy T Exit. Drive south, passing Doolittle and coming into Newburg. (Newburg Police strictly enforce speed limits.) The street turns into Main and at the end, the road curves sharply left and the name changes to East Main. Go 1 block, the road curves sharply to the right and the name changes to Water Street. Cross over the railroad tracks and the Piney River. After a very short distance of a mile the road turns into Hwy T and you come to Hwy P. Turn right at Hwy P and go to County Road 7550, turn left. There is a Mark Twain sign here. Drive to county road 1576 and turn left again, just past the Mill Creek Recreation Area. Cross bridge, drive 1.1 miles and turn right into the parking lot, which looks like a road and isn’t marked.
Miles of trails:
20+ miles in multiple loops
Equestrian Camping:
Yes, at the trailhead parking lot and primitive dispersed camping along the trail.
Trail Notes:
This trail is sparsely marked with white diamonds. Each trail is somewhat different. Some are very rocky, other trails are sandy, one is like going through a pine forest. Horse shoes or good fitting hoof boots are recommended.
Other Trail Users:
Hikers, mountain bike riders, and hunters.
Volunteers Helping With This Page:
Sherry Richardson
Photos:
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| Ample Trailhead Parking Lot |
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| The Natural Bridge |
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| Part of Squirrel Trail |
The following photos are courtesy of Sherry.
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| Rock Outcroppings |
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| Wildlife |
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| Yes, there is wildlife to see |
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| Cool & shady trails on hot days |
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| Refreshing water elements, ponds, & creeks, to enjoy on hot days |