Hi! Driver with limited driving experience so I’m on the hunt for easily accessible hiking spots around! (Bonus if there know as safe spots as Im solo!

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[deleted] t1_j815a1x wrote on February 10, 2023 at 9:23 PM

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kernelpanic789 t1_j8122my wrote on February 10, 2023 at 9:02 PM

Check out apps like AllTrails. You can find a ton.

Springfield Lake, Ritter Springs Parks, Greenway Trail... There's a few but they're usually busy and on pavement. If you can get out of town a bit there are several more.

throwawayyyycuk t1_j81wfst wrote on February 11, 2023 at 12:36 AM

Fellows lake

EcoAffinity t1_j81xosj wrote on February 11, 2023 at 12:45 AM

Ozark Greenways is a local non-profit that works to expand trail access in and around Springfield. Here's a link to their various trails (and a downloadable map to see everything): Ozark Greenways

I recommend the Fulbright Spring Trail off of Hwy 13 up near the zoo. Fellows Lake trail, or the Galloway trail.

Numerous-Mix-9775 t1_j82fl8a wrote on February 11, 2023 at 3:08 AM

Wilson’s Creek can be really nice - lots of varied trail lengths.

jmg260t t1_j82eb8u wrote on February 11, 2023 at 2:57 AM

I agree with all the others, and will add Busiek State Forest, Ha Ha Tonka, Bennet Springs and Stockton Lake. All have good parking and plenty of foot traffic.

Happy hiking

Horror-Log1100 t1_j82nv8e wrote on February 11, 2023 at 4:21 AM

Busiek isn’t too far.

npcrites t1_j84is8r wrote on February 11, 2023 at 3:54 PM

Two Rivers

Sevo008 t1_j82li5y wrote on February 11, 2023 at 3:59 AM

Great suggestions above. If you are a female solo, be careful. Nature Center, Springfield lake, and Nathaniel Greene Park. I think these areas have enough people there where you can hike and be safe.