Free Camping Collection
Dispersed Camping
Lone Spring Trail Backpacking Campsite(s)
Lone Spring Trail Backpacking Campsite(s) is located near varied terrain with forests and open areas. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the scenic Katy Trail and the historic town of Hermann, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring local history.
Description
Lone Spring Trail consists of sections on the north and the south of Hwy KK. The trail is named for a perennially flowing spring that emerges in the valley at the base of a ridge. It loops through Northwood's Wild Area and crosses Big Sugar Creek, a designated state natural area. The southwestern part of the trail goes through a more open woodland that is being restored to its original condition by the use of prescribed burns. This trail is marked in a clockwise direction. Trail parking is provided along Highway KK. White Connector 7 is available to shorten one's trip. A connecting spur to the north allows the option to hike to Shady 80 Lake, and White Connector 6 to the south provides access to Big Sugar Creek Trail. There is also a spur that leads to the backpack camp.
Map: https://www.mostateparks.com/sites/mostateparks/files/TrailMap-lonespring.pdf
Reservation Info
Register here: https://mostateparks.com/register-backcountry-camp-cuivre-river-state-park
Backpackers must register before starting their trip. Camping is free, but registration is required.
Equestrian camping is not allowed on the trail.
Overnight parking for Backcountry Campsite 1: Park at the Lone Spring trailhead, located at the intersection of Lincoln Hills Road and State Highway KK. Trailhead location: 39.06570, -90.93258
Overnight parking for backcountry campsites 2, 3 and 4: at the trailhead parking lot of Big Sugar Creek Trail, which is located off of Lincoln Hills road, adjacent to Park Road. Trailhead location: 39.04522, -90.92688
Location
Lone Spring Trail Backpacking Campsite(s) is located in Missouri
Coordinates
39.06907566296438 N
90.94500953291607 W
Detours Nearby
Riverside Landing
39 min away
McCully Heritage Project
1 hr 11 min away
Drive Time
- 51 min from St. Louis
- 1 hr 24 min from Columbia
- 1 hr 34 min from Jefferson City
- 1 hr 52 min from Springfield
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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