Trail Description:
Especially in Spring and Summer, you'll soon be convinced that the trail is aptly named. A range of habitats is covered by the trail, from wooded uplands to riparian area. The remains of Civil War earthworks can still be seen high on a hill that overlooks Current River. Watercress Spring flows year 'round.
Hiking the
Songbird Trail:
Area Attractions: - Camping: 14 single sites and 3 double sites, each with table, lantern post, and fire ring.
Reserve through ReserveUSA.com - Picnicking: Watercress Picnic Area; 9 sites 2 pavilions - Sycamore has electricity;
Specific Hiking and Trail Information for the Songbird Trail
Length of Trail: 2 miles or less
Estimated Difficulty (Forest Service Estimate): Intermediate
Travel Information
Trailhead Directions: Take Hwy 60 to Van Buren, MO; turn on Watercress Road to the National Park Service office. Follow the paved road 1/3 mile down to the campground, on the east bank of Current River.
For more information on this hike
National Forest: Mark Twain National Forest
Address:
401 Fairgrounds Road
Rolla, MO, 65401
573-364-4621
573-341-7453
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