Book overview
Discover 43 five-star hiking trails in Arkansas and Missouri, including popular routes and hidden gems throughout the Ozark Mountains.
With peaceful waterfalls, dramatic mountain vistas, and untamed streams, the Ozarks region is a popular and beloved destination--and there's no better place to hit the trails. This diverse geographical area offers a variety of easy, moderate, and strenuous hikes. Visit pristine natural springs in the Mark Twain National Forest. Traverse the rugged mountain canvas of the Ozark National Forest. See the towering Cedar Falls in the Arkansas River Valley.
Explore 43 of the region's best, five-star trails with this easy-to-carry and easy-to-use guidebook. In the updated edition, acclaimed author, expert hiker, and former board member of the Ozark Highlands Trail Association Jim Warnock presents everything you need to know about spectacular outings that lead to mountain panoramas, remote wilderness, amazing wildlife, and more.
Inside you'll find:
- Descriptions of 43 five-star hiking trails for all levels and interests
- GPS-based trail maps, elevation profiles, and detailed directions to trailheads
- Insight into the history, flora, and fauna of the routes
- Ratings for scenery, difficulty, trail condition, solitude, and accessibility for children
Save time and make the most of your hiking adventures. From the banks of Lake Alma to the broken-down buildings of the Rush ghost town, you'll experience the best of the Ozarks' breathtaking scenery and varied terrain. Lace up, grab your pack, and hit the trail!
