OUTDOORS
EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS IN THE OZARK GATEWAY REGION
The clear flowing rivers, smooth scenic lakes, and lush verdant forests of the Ozark Gateway Region await the pleasure of your visit. Whether you enjoy hiking, biking, canoeing, fishing, birding, golf, or anything else, there is something for you. The mild weather and beautiful scenery welcomes you to enjoy the outdoors any time of year. Beautiful rivers and lakes, sandy beaches, scenic mountain trails, lush forests, and rolling green fairways await your visit.
Hike, Camp, Fish and relax within the 130,000 acre Ozark National Forest, a place of majestic beauty unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Set off on easy or challenging mountain bike jaunts along the Syllamo Mountain Bike Trail systtem and canoe over a 17-mile stretch of the amazing Spring River, where nine million gallons of water an hour flow from Mammoth Spring.
Catch trophy trout in the White River and Sylamore Creek, and enjoy four lovely, distinct seasons as you go it alone or secure the services of experienced fishing guides who are readily available. View all of the species of birds that light up the mountains with their songs and breathtaking flight. And for the golfer, there are four excellent cources with varying pars and challenges to keep you satisfied day after day.
Scenic Horseback Trail Rides
Experience the beauty of the Ozarks from a unique perspective with our scenic horseback trail rides. Whether you’re a first-time rider or a seasoned pro, our guided trails let you explore stunning landscapes at a relaxing pace. Saddle up for adventure and click below to learn more.
BIRDING
With a wide variety native trees and an even wider variety of native birds, the Ozark Gateway Region is a wonderful spot for the avid bird-watcher to catch a glimpse of a rare specimen. Guided birding tours help the novice bird watcher find unique specimens while plentiful paths allow the more experienced bird-watcher to search on his own. With so many native specimens, it’s guaranteed there’s always a feathered friend hiding in the branches above. It is up to the bird-watchers to find them, why don’t you come give it a shot.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Paths abound in the area, offering varying degrees of difficulty for the avid mountain biker. Experience the region as few can, discovering at your own pace all that it has to offer. Try taking your bike along one of our scenic drives. The scenery is beautiful and there are plenty of interesting things to see and do if you need a break from exercising. Whether you prefer smooth, rolling highways or rocky, tree-lined paths, your bike trip is sure to be an enjoyable one.
WATER PARKS
The Ozark Gateway Region offers fun activities for the entire family. Take time to visit one of the fun water parks in the region. Learn more about them and their many scheduled activities available to you while visiting the area. We know you are going to want to slip and slide your way to a fun summer in the Ozark Gateway Region.
