Wildlife is typical of the Missouri Ozarks. Two miles of maintained trail enter from the north at Little Grass Mountain. Then the trail divides several times to follow abandoned and unmaintained roads that give access to the rest of the area. The old tracks are unmarked. Backcountry exploration and camping is unrestricted.
Most people come in spring and fall.
A forest map is available from the district ranger for three dollars. USGS topographic map is Rock Pile Mountain.