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Roaring River State Park

Eagles Nest Trail

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Access & terrain

The rugged loop follows natural tread with steps and steep grades. Its terrain includes bluff-edge exposure and sections that may hold water.

Missouri State Parks official Eagles Nest Trail trail detail PDF · Missouri State Parks / Missouri Department of Natural Resources · Source checked .

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Published route length
2.6 mi
Route type
loop
Surface
Natural
Difficulty
Rugged

The route

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Hours & rules

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Before you choose

Route overview

Eagles Nest Trail follows Roaring River before climbing to high ground. Lilac bushes and yucca grow along the ridge at the site of an old homestead.

Missouri State Parks official Eagles Nest Trail trail detail PDF · Missouri State Parks / Missouri Department of Natural Resources · Source checked .

The climbs ahead

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Park-context relief

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