Points Of Interest
Current River Trail – Echo Bluff
Current River Trail The current river trail is a rugged hiking trail that runs through Echo Bluff State park. It can be accessed from Echo Bluff state park by following a short section of dirt road to the entrance. There is no traditional trailhead for the...
Painter Ridge Trail – Echo Bluff
Painter Ridge Trail The Painter Ridge trail is a cycling and hiking trail located in Echo Bluff State park. It can be accessed from Echo Bluff state park by at the trailhead near the visitor center. The trail has 2 loops, with some skill sections...
Current River State Park
Current River State Park Current River State Park is built around the former retreat of the Alton Box Board Co. of Alton, Ill. Constructed during the late 1930s and early 1940s, the Alton Club buildings themselves reflect the rustic architectural style...
University Forest Conservation Area
University Forest Conservation Area This 7,149-acre area was originally endowed to the University of Missouri by the federal government as part of the Agriculture College Act of 1862. The School of Forestry, Fisheries and Wildlife took responsibility for...
Round Spring
Round Spring In the rolling, forested landscape of Round Spring, two of America's most beautiful spring-fed rivers combine to make up the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. As the first national park area to protect a wild river system, visitors have plenty of scenic...
Markham Springs
Markham Springs Markham Springs Campground is set on the Black River in a scenic and historic recreation area in the southwestern corner of Missouri's Mark Twain National Forest. The area provides access to multiple trails and recreational opportunities....
Jacks Fork River
photo courtesy of Mark Pelton Jack's Fork River The Jacks Fork River is formed by the confluence of two streams: the North Prong and South Prong of the Jacks Fork. The North Prong has its beginnings approximately 9 miles south of Raymondville, Missouri,...
Lower Current River
Lower Current River While the Lower Current River starts at the 2 Rivers Junction, the 52-mile reach in Carter and Ripley counties from Van Buren to the Arkansas state line offers some big water for smallmouth bass, walleye, and suckers. Look for...
Upper Current River
Upper Current River With camping, trout fishing, and canoeing, the 19 miles of Current River from Montauk State Park to Akers Ferry in Dent and Shannon counties has it all. There are two designated trout management areas below Montauk Trout Park that offer...
Echo Bluff State Park
Echo Bluff State Park Echo Bluff State Park is a year-round outdoor destination that allows visitors to create new memories as they experience all the Ozarks have to offer. Visitors of all ages can fill their days with floating, hiking, swimming or fishing. While the...
