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Buffalo River Trail (Lower Section)

Buffalo National River
AR
Hard 📌 12.0 mi ▲ 1400 ft gain

A section of the 37-mile Buffalo River Trail through the Lower District. Remote backcountry with river crossings, towering bluffs, and zero crowds. Elk sightings common.

Remote backcountry Elk country River crossings Towering bluffs

Goat Trail & Big Bluff

Buffalo National River
AR
Hard 📌 5.8 mi ▲ 820 ft gain

The most thrilling hike in Arkansas — a narrow ledge trail along the face of Big Bluff, the highest bluff above a river in the contiguous US at 550 feet. Not for the faint of heart.

Highest river bluff in lower 48 Narrow ledge trail Stunning river views

Ozark Highlands Trail (Richland Section)

Ozark National Forest
AR
Hard 📌 8.5 mi ▲ 900 ft gain

A scenic day-hike section of the 165-mile Ozark Highlands Trail through the Boston Mountains. Deep hollows, clear streams, and classic Ozark upland forest. Connects to the broader 165-mile trail.

165-mile long trail Boston Mountains Deep hollows Backpacking

Bell Mountain Loop

Mark Twain National Forest
MO
Hard 📌 11.9 mi ▲ 1350 ft gain

The highest point in the Ozarks of Missouri at 1,702 ft. Open glades, granite outcroppings, and panoramic views. One of the premier backpacking destinations in southern Missouri.

Highest Ozark peak in MO Granite outcroppings Panoramic views Backpacking

Hercules Glades Wilderness Loop

Mark Twain National Forest
MO
Hard 📌 12.0 mi ▲ 1200 ft gain

A rugged loop through one of Missouri's largest wilderness areas. Open glades, rocky ridge tops, and valley streams. Excellent wildflower display in spring. Remote — pack in everything.

Wilderness area Open glades Rocky ridges Spring wildflowers