Mountain Music Festival

Mountain Music Festival

Experience the best Spring festival in Missouri! Great for the whole family and for the great price of… free! See the band line up and full details of the Festival here... https://mountainmusicfestival.net

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Take a Guided Hike to the top of Pilot Knob

Take a Guided Hike to the top of Pilot Knob

In May, the US Fish and Wildlife Service staff will lead guided hikes to the top of Pilot Knob Mountain. Experience one of the best views in the Ozarks. Hikers will experience steep terrain, loose rock and uneven footing. Participants will need to be physically able...

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Spectacular Waterfalls

Spectacular Waterfalls

Now is a great time to explore the beautiful Arcadia Valley. Waterfalls are in full bloom following the Spring rain. Experience the highest waterfall in the state… and some of the most beautiful in all of the Ozarks! https://youtu.be/jZS0bqxLG-w

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Get a Ride to Your Favorite Trail

Get a Ride to Your Favorite Trail

Shuttle service is available from Shepherd Mountain Inn. Conveniently get to over 20 local trail heads.  In addition to the convenience of the shuttle ride, you will also be provided with guided maps and personal services from locals who love the area. ...

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Millstream Gardens to Silver Mines Hike

Millstream Gardens to Silver Mines Hike

This 2.5-mile, one-way trail takes you along the river bottom and through the forest.  The river portions are along the Tieman Shut-Ins.  The trail will lead you to Silver Mines where you can view the remains of a large mining dam.  This hike is beautiful...

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Mina Sauk Trail

Mina Sauk Trail

Climb to the top of Taum Sauk Mountain State Park and be on top of Missouri – literally!  The park’s glades provide a beautiful, solitary experience for hikers.  There is a short, paved trail leading to Missouri’s highest point.  From there the Mina Sauk trail is a...

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Ketcherside Mountain

Ketcherside Mountain

A relatively new hiking trail in the area, Ketcherside Mountain is abundant with fantastic views.  There is a special treat of walking alongside an active railroad track.  This is a 2.3-mile loop trail, rated moderate.  This is a photographer’s paradise with its...

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Hughes Mountain

Hughes Mountain

Hughes Mountain –Devils Honeycomb – This is a short hike with surprising views.  Total distance to the top and back is 1.5 miles.  Not only will you be greeted with a fantastic view, but you’ll enjoy the unusual rock formations.  Devil’s Honeycomb is known as a...

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Bell Mountain

Bell Mountain

Bell Mountain Overlook – This 12-mile loop trail has been noted by many as a favorite quiet spot.  You can dothe entire hike or take the trail to the left and head uphill two miles to the scenic overlook, then return by the same pathway.  This is an alternative for...

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