Parks & Trails
Hike, Bike, & Explore Outdoors
Chadwick Motorcycle and ATV Use Area
From Wooded Trails to Riverside Fun: Your Perfect Outdoor Adventure
With more than 100 miles of trails, Christian County, MO, invites you to explore its scenic beauty. Whether you’re trekking through the woods, riding alongside rivers, or blazing a trail on horseback or ATV, there’s something for everyone.
Explore over 18 miles of diverse trails, perfect for hiking, horseback riding, and practicing your aim at the shooting range
Swan Creek, flowing through Mark Twain National Forest, is a serene oasis perfect for hiking, fishing, and immersing in Missouri's natural beauty
Enjoy approximately 14 miles of scenic trails, designed for both mountain biking and hiking enthusiasts
Immerse yourself in history and nature at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield, featuring walking and equestrian trails that wind through the site of an important Civil War battle
From Wooded Trails to Riverside Fun: Your Perfect Outdoor Adventure
With more than 100 miles of trails, Christian County, MO, invites you to explore its scenic beauty. Whether you’re trekking through the woods, riding alongside rivers, or blazing a trail on horseback or ATV, there’s something for everyone.
Explore over 18 miles of diverse trails, perfect for hiking, horseback riding, and practicing your aim at the shooting range
Swan Creek, flowing through Mark Twain National Forest, is a serene oasis perfect for hiking, fishing, and immersing in Missouri's natural beauty
Enjoy approximately 14 miles of scenic trails, designed for both mountain biking and hiking enthusiasts
Immerse yourself in history and nature at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield, featuring walking and equestrian trails that wind through the site of an important Civil War battle
Trailblaze & Gaze
Enjoy 2,700 acres of trails, wildlife observation, camping, and a firearms range in the beautiful Ozarks
A key transportation and recreation corridor, this trail brings together history, nature, and community between Ozark and Springfield
Experience 80 miles of rugged trails for off-road motorcycles and ATVs, with challenges for all skill levels and nearby camping
A scenic park with walking trails, picnic areas, a playground, and river access, perfect for kayaking, fishing, family outings, and community events
A serene community forest with trails, bird-watching spots, and natural springs, offering a peaceful escape in the heart of the Ozarks
Flowing through the heart of the Ozarks, the James River offers endless outdoor fun, from serene kayaking and fishing to wildlife viewing. With its scenic beauty and easy access, it’s an ideal spot for both relaxation and adventure.
This 40-acre park features The X Center, an Aquatics Center, playground, soccer fields, disc golf, walking trail, and a pavilion for outdoor fun and relaxation
This community hub features an inclusive playground, disc golf, walking trails, a monthly book walk, and a seasonal outdoor pool for summer fun
Adventure awaits at Swan Creek in Mark Twain National Forest, with trails for hiking, horseback riding, and a relaxing natural setting
With its diverse trails, perfect for mountain biking, hiking, and soaking in scenic Ozark views
Explore historic trails where Civil War history comes alive, perfect for walking and horseback riding through a key battle site
Ride Missouri’s only indoor/outdoor Onewheel park with custom trails, ramps, and rentals included. Non-riders can relax at the YIPOA Center
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Today I started painting on the new Downtown Mural. Thank you to Springfield Regional Arts Council and Downtown NIXA for this wonderful collaboration opportunity. Show Me Christian County even stopped by. #exploreccmo.com
Did you know? The first major battle of the U.S. Civil War fought west of the Mississippi River happened in Missouri. You can learn about this famous battle at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield near Republic, Mo., one of seven units of the nationalparkservice located in #Missouri
This site is fee-free year-round. No entrance fee or pass is required. The site came under #nps control in 1960. The site preserves 1,750 acres of the battlefield.
The Battle of Wilson’s Creek, fought on August 10, 1861, was a Confederate victory. Confederate commanders at the battle included Brig. Gen. Benjamin McCulloch, Major Gen. Sterling Price and Brig. Gen. Nicholas Bartlett Pearce. Union commanders included Brig. Gen. Nathanial Lyon (who died at the battle and was the first Union general killed in battle in the Civil War), along with Col. Franz Sigel and Maj. Samuel Sturgis.
At the site’s visitor center, you can tour a museum and watch a movie about the battle. Then, take the self-guided auto tour along an approximate 5-mile paved loop road and stop at eight interpretive stops at significant locations, including the Ray House, Bloody Hill and more. The one-way tour road includes a non-motorized lane for walkers, runners and cyclists.
Have you visited Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield? What were some of your favorite spots?
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As an Iowan, the highlight of the field of Wilson’s Creek is always Bloody Hill, where the 1st Iowa Infantry fought, suffering 12 men killed and 138 wounded
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Confederate artillery positions and the Edwards cabin. The Edwards farm was Sterling Price’s headquarters during the battle
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The Ray house and spring house on the battlefield at Wilson’s Creek. On the morning of August 10, 1861, the Rays found themselves in the middle of a ferocious battle
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