Hiking in the Ozark National Forest

Camping, marked trails, and hiker shuttles are available. You can plan a multi-day backpacking adventure or a short, relaxing excursion. Our certified instructors offer classes on "leave-no-trace" backpacking, so you can ensure nature is left exactly the way you found it.


Rated one of the most scenic hiking trails in the United States, the Ozark Highlands Trail* offers 165 rugged miles of beautiful vistas, waterfalls, wildflowers, historic sites, and refreshing streams. Try to plan your trip for spring, fall or winter, as summer is quite hot.


Hiker Shuttle Rate ChartOur Vehicle
Dockery's Gap $65
White Rock $65
Potato Knob — 1510 $55
Shores Lake $50
Ragtown Road — 1509 $45
Fanes Creek — 1520 $20
Cherry Bend$35
Redding Campground $15
Hare Mountain $40
Lick Branch $50
Arbaugh — 1404 $55
Ozone Campground $60
Big Piney $80
Fairview Campground $90
Ben Hur $100
Richland Creek $110
Stack Rock $120
Woolum $130
Tyler Bend $140

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* Ozark Highlands Trail maps can be obtained at the store at Byrd's campground.


Mountain Biking

Whether you are an avid mountain biker or simply a casual rider, the Ozark National Forest offers just what you are after. Advanced and recreational trails are available.


Bike Rental Rate ChartPer HourHalf DayFull Day
One Bike$5$15$25