Big Spring Lodge – Big Spring loop from Big Spring

02:12

7.77km

160m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Ozark National Scenic Riverways

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.01 km

Viewpoint

2.48 km

Big Spring Lodge

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Hut

The 3,966 acre cultural district is made up of steep slopes and valleys defined by the Current River, and Big Spring. In addition to the terrain there are 26 structures many of which are from the Civilian Conservation Corps era.

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7.76 km

Big Spring

Highlight • Natural Monument

One of the largest springs in America and the world. The spring flows from the base of a limestone bluff. It comes out with an aqua-blue color and disipates into …

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7.77 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.23 km

433 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.14 km

480 m