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Missouri
Ozark Trail - Middle Fork Section
23.6 mi
Distance
2,229 ft
Gain
6h 9m
Time
Conditions: Clear
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Clear, high 73°F / low 61°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for mountain biking
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Ozark Trail - Middle Fork Section
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 23.6 mi
- Elevation gain
- 2,229 ft
- Elevation loss
- 2,406 ft
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About this trail
The Ozark Trail's Middle Fork Section offers mountain bikers an extensive 23.5-mile adventure through the heart of Missouri's Ozark region. Accessed via the Highway J trailhead, this section showcases the natural beauty and terrain that makes the Ozark Trail a premier destination for backcountry riding. With substantial mileage to cover, riders can expect a full day of exploration through the Ozark landscape.
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