This 27 mile trail near Glenwood, AR is the longest loop in AR. The loop is a combination of parts of the Little Missouri, Viles Branch Equestrian, and Athens–Big Fork Trails. The southern section of the Little Missouri Trail is known as Winding Stairs.

This is a 15 miler near Fayetteville, AR ends on the Illinois River. This is a great overnighter on the weekend.

This is a 13 mile loop in the Ozarks that includes a lake, waterfalls, and one of the prettiest overlooks in Arkansas. Warning, this is not for newbies. There are a lot of uphill climbs in this one and don't even think about approaching the hike at the rim at night.

This 8 mile loop connects to the Ozark Highlands Trail. It was one of my first Arkansas trails and if you hit it, don't miss the Spy Rock.

This is a 15 miler and there are several access points but I recommend getting on near Ponca where a lot of people jump on the river to float. You'll see caves, some beautiful bluffs and of course an awesome Buffalo River.

This is a 5 mile loop on Beaver Lake features great views of the lake, a cave and an old homestead sight.

This is a terrific overlook in Devil's Den State Park. It's a short 3 miler and I have always found plenty of solitude there. It's close enough to make for a good sunrise watching spot on any morning of the week travelling from Fayetteville, AR.

This is one of my favorites on the Buffalo River. The trail head is just north of Ponca, AR on Highway 43. You will see the Goat's Trail, Granny Henderson's Cabin, Hemmed in Hollow and a lot more. Round trip it is about 14 miles but it is a rough hike coming back so I recommend making it an overnighter.

This is in the Buffalo River Area, and also not maintained but easy to follow.

Hemmed in Hollow Trail from the Compton Trailhead, maintained –this is one of our favorites

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This is a 2 mile trail south of Arcadia. It is also where the coppers gunned down Bonnie and Clyde.

A 12 mile trail in Caledonia, MO. It includes the top of Bell Mountain, one of Missouri’s highest peaks.

This is a 10 mile trail near Wildwood, MO not too far from St. Louis.

This trail systems totals 38 miles near Troy, MO but there are a lot of sub trails within it if you aren't ready for something that big.

This 10 mile trail is the longest in Meramec State Park. You'll enjoy everything from caves the rock outcroppings and more.

This 12 miler near Eureka, MO brings you to challenging climbs and descents from windy ridges and cool, calm hollows, to easy meanders next to the Meramec River.

This 3 mile day hike near Ironton, MO includes Missouri's tallest peak and longest waterfall.

This is a 9.5 mile trail near Eureka, MO that includes sub-trails for hikers of all skill levels. A good one to take the little ones on.

This is a 12 mile trail near Valley Park, MO that features a "losing stream" and waterfall.

This is a 17 mile trail near Bonne Terre, MO that features old civil war and moonshiner hideouts from days gone by.

This 12 mile trail near Potosi, MO traces along the edges of a beautiful blue Ozark lake.

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A 7 mile trail near Warrensburg, MO it is a part of Knob State Park

This is 13 miles of trails near West Plains, MO. This wilderness is secluded; the trail has few signs and trail markers, and can be difficult to follow, but there is plenty of beauty and solitude here.

This is a 5 mile trail near Kirksville, MO. As the name implies, expect rolling hills and steep, rugged inclines in this patchwork of woodlands and grassy meadows. The hiking trail traverses both Big Creek Conservation Area and Thousand Hills State Park and passes through one of the few remaining bigtooth aspen stands in the state. The western portion of the trail follows the shoreline of Forest Lake and offers good opportunities for viewing waterfowl and other wildlife.

This is the longest of 7 hiking trails in the Roaring River State Park.

This 8 mile trail near Kenton, OK is a fun one for your first time to really "rough" it. Bring your water as there is none on the trail.

This is a 4 mile trail in Osage Hills State Park is located off highway 60 between Bartlesville and Pawhuska. Check out the rock tower when you're there.

This 5 miler takes you to the top of Short Mountain at Robert S. Kerr Lake. The trail is located just south of Sallisaw on Hwy 59.

A 25 mile loop in Gatlinburg, TN.

This is an 18 mile hike outside of Waynesville, TN and known as one of the best backpacking loops in the state.

This is a 13 mile hike outside of Roan, TN that includes a lot of magnificent vistas.

Outside of Gatlinburg, TN this 4 miler offers cascading streams, wildflowers, scenic forest views, rugged rock outcrops, and unparalleled vistas.

This is a 25 mile trail near Gatlinburg, TN and part of the legendary AT.