Mark Twain National Forest Trails Mark Twain National Forest Trails Visitors to Mark Twain National Forest come to enjoy its beauty, with friends and family or alone. Those who value what Nature alone can provide are asked to make a commitment to protect and preserve the forest , its rivers, lakes, and trails. The Leave No Trace program has techniques that visitors can use to help reduce evidence of their presence. LNT.org for more information.
Trails differ greatly in length and difficulty.
A few are restricted to hikers only, but many are open to mountain bikes and horses, and two areas are set aside for ATV and motorcycle enthusiasts. An Index of Trails will provide a wealth of information to help you select the trail that best suits you. Link here to a page that describes trail difficulty ratings and offers safety, trail etiquette, and other information. The Ozark Trail traverses Mark Twain National Forest in several places.