Explore Big Spring Area
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Mon, Jun 8, 2026; 10:00 AM
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Explore Big Spring Area
Explore Big Spring sensitive area, connect with other nature lovers, and learn about all of the proposed wilderness areas in Missouri and how you can take part in protecting these wild land resources!The long-studied Big Spring Area totals 8,048 acres of rugged wooded hills. We will explore the Mark Twain National Forest portion (4,512 acres), the west side of the area, from roadside vistas along Skyline Drive and inspect the beginning of approximately six miles of the Ozark Trail crossing through Wild Horse Hollow and upper Chilton Creek Hollow on the National Forest. Adjoining lands on the east side are owned by the National Park Service, Ozark National Scenic Riverways (3,536 acres). That includes the old growth forest of the Big Spring Pines natural area. We will walk a short trail on the park portion of the Big Spring Area which leads to an old fire tower lookout.
9436 US-60, Van Buren, MO 63965, USA
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Marisa Frazier
marisa.frazier@sierraclub.org
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Organized By: Missouri Chapter
Location: 9436 US-60, Van Buren, MO 63965, USA
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Event Organizers:
Marisa Frazier
marisa.frazier@sierraclub.org
Explore Big Spring sensitive area, connect with other nature lovers, and learn about all of the proposed wilderness areas in Missouri and how you can take part in protecting these wild land resources!The long-studied Big Spring Area totals 8,048 acres of rugged wooded hills. We will explore the Mark Twain National Forest portion (4,512 acres), the west side of the area, from roadside vistas along Skyline Drive and inspect the beginning of approximately six miles of the Ozark Trail crossing through Wild Horse Hollow and upper Chilton Creek Hollow on the National Forest. Adjoining lands on the east side are owned by the National Park Service, Ozark National Scenic Riverways (3,536 acres). That includes the old growth forest of the Big Spring Pines natural area. We will walk a short trail on the park portion of the Big Spring Area which leads to an old fire tower lookout.
Level: Easy
Cost: Free
Recommended Items: Bring your own lunch.
Additional Directions: Meet at 10am at the Ozark Trail trailhead on Highway 60 just west of Van Buren. Vehicle travel with several stops and a short hike.