Location: Branson
Top Things to do in Branson
Top Restaurants in Branson
6 Hiking Trails in Branson That You Shouldn't Miss
Branson has limitless possibilities for a memorable vacation. While visiting you can: attend star-studded performances at Branson’s many live shows; enjoy Silver Dollar City, one of the world's top theme parks; take in the beauty and adventure of the Ozark Mountains and three pristine lakes; play some of the best golf in the Midwest; visit museums highlighting the area’s rich history and culture; relax at spas and resorts; and shop at Branson’s many boutiques, galleries and outlets.
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1. Ruth and Paul Henning Conservation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 195 reviews
Reviewed By azwi - Waterford, United States
Great place to stop and take in the wondrous views!!! Then put on your hiking shoes and take a stroll on one of there family friendly trails! It is definitely worth the stop!!
2. White River Valley Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By ccindyk48 - Westville, United States
This is a trail system in Table Rock State Park & Army Corps Of Engineers land. There's 4 separate loops connected to each other by connector trails. These are natural trails. NOT PAVED! The connector trails are blaze white, with the connector number. The connectors are all .75 miles or less. There's 4 separate loops : Red is 2.9 miles. Blue is 3.5 miles. Orange is .7 miles Green is 1.35 miles You can pick & choose which loops you want to combine, or just stick with one loop. Total mileage for all of them is 11.75! Signage for the trails & connectors is great! Plus there's tree blazes with the color of the loop you're on. I did 3/4s of blue loop, all of orange & half of red. My favorite was orange. Nice bluff view, interesting rock formations & if it was Spring, a rock ledges waterfall! All were nice walks in the woods, with occasional meadow walks. If wet, the trails may be slippery. My park guide states that the red trail is "the most technically challenging". The green loop is the highest in elevation & has great views.
3. Table Rock Lakeshore Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By Love2travelMpls
Nice way to stretch the legs after travel with beautiful scenery. We walked to the picnic area from the Dewey Short Visitor (which was closed). About 2.8 miles to that point and back. Many were enjoying the path.
4. Waterfall Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By jackmuk7 - Mukwonago, United States
If you are looking for a short hike Waterfall Trail is a nice nature trail. There are a few small waterfalls leading up to the main waterfall. We were told we could hike up the hill after the waterfall but we chose to stop at the waterfall. The trail is quite easy to follow, however there are a few areas you have to cross over the water. There is a viewing area with benches and chairs across from the waterfall. We ended our hike there and sat on the deck for a bit. It is a very peaceful area.
5. Glade Exploration Trail
6. Glade Top Trail
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By genia101 - Kimberling City, United States
This is a beautiful 23 mile drive in gravel and dirt road that starts at 3 different points. We took the one just outside Ava and down to Theodosia that ended at the Hercules glades. At Caney there is a large picnic area with porta potties in a small building (they call them vaulted toilets) and that is THE ONLY BATHROOM STOP, so do not miss it. There is no water there either . This is a beautiful place for a drive in the country or to visit for fall colors. There are oaks, maples, cedar and many other trees and shrubs that give you the full spectrum of fall colors. A bald eagle flew over us on the drive and we saw many other birds and squirrels. There are places to get out that are marked with the QR CODE for a sort of guided tour. There are signs outside all 3 entry points and it is 1 of 51 national scenic byways ! There are benches at most of the marked pull off stops that provide panoramic views while seated and there are description placards at the stops as well. We got free maps and they have some free stickers, carabiners, etc for kids or adults too at the Ranger station - 1103 S Jefferson St -Ava Mo 65608. Watch though stupid Google maps told me it was on the left and it is NOT it is on the right amongst some trees. The ranger station is in a building built by the CCC too (these are always a treat for me) !! The Glade Top Trail road was also built by the CCC ! If you go, take some water and a camera . 23 miles seems short but there are several pull outs and we enjoyed exploring things like the Willie Lee homestead cellar root and the Caney picnic area and with it being gravel and narrow roads plan on a few hours for the drive ! You have to go slow to see the sights and to pull to the side when you meet another car coming the other way . We went on a Monday morning so it wasn't very busy at all. Remember too that it gets dark in the woods early .
