Mark Twain National Forest
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Houston/Rolla/Cedar Creek Ranger District
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The Gasconade River is one of several excellent "floating" streams on Houston District, and is a favorite of canoeists in the summertime.
The gentle currents of the Big Piney River also provides canoeists with relaxing experiences.
Roby Lake, located just outside the boundary of Paddy Creek Wilderness, offers a rustic campground with space for your trailer.
Equestrians will enjoy memorable rides through the scenic Ozarks by following the trails that head out from either Big Piney Trail Camp or Cole Creek Recreation Area. One of the largest areas of public land north of the Missouri River, and a popular destination for nearby urban dwellers, Cedar Creek offers a variety of recreational experiences while protecting wildlife habitat.
Prior to 1937, these lands were privately owned. Fragile soils had been depleted, and erosion had set in. Purchased in the early 1940s by USDA Soil Conservation Service, the lands were transferred to the Forest Service in 1953. With application of sound conservation practices, the lands have recovered.
A portion of tallgrass prairie has been restored; effects of erosion have been reversed. Former stripmines, abandoned when coal seams ran out, are now tranquil lakes. Largemouth bass, bluegill, and channel catfish thrive, and the lakes invite hikers and picnickers as well as anglers. Main Office
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Main Office
Houston/Rolla/Cedar Creek Ranger District 108 S Sam Houston Blvd Houston, MO 65483 (417) 967-4194 (417) 967-9947 TTY |
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Rolla Office
Houston/Rolla/Cedar Creek Ranger District 401 Fairgrounds Rd Rolla, MO 65401 (573) 364-4621 (573) 341-7453 TTY |
Cedar Creek Office
Houston/Rolla/Cedar Creek Ranger District 4549 State Rd H Fulton, MO 65251 (573) 592-1400 (573) 592-7116 TTY |
Recreation opportunities:
Quickpick (location map of all Recreation Areas for this area)
Paddy Creek Recreation
Area
Big Piney River
Lane Spring Recreation Area
Slabtown
Cedar Creek Trail
Paddy Creek Wilderness Trails
Frequently Asked Questions
Katy Trail State Park
Built on the former corridor of the
Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad, known as "the Katy",
offers unique recreation opportunities
for bicycle riders, hikers, nature lovers, and history buffs.
If you are planning to purchase property adjacent to National Forest land, read this informational document.
US Forest Service - Mark Twain National Forest
Last modified: Monday, 30 July 2007
http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/marktwain