Do I need a permit to hike Bell Mountain Wilderness, Southern Trace, and Entire Middle Fork?

No, Bell Mountain Wilderness, Southern Trace, and Entire Middle Fork does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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Bell Mountain Wilderness, Southern Trace, and Entire Middle Fork

ExpertPoint to Point

Missouri

Bell Mountain Wilderness, Southern Trace, and Entire Middle Fork

Belleview, Missouri

38.6 mi

Distance

6,276 ft

Elev. Gain

15h 23m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

If you start at North Bell you will travel further south to the Bell Mountain summit. "Then take a right to find Ottery Creek." Referred to as north to Big River crossing then goSouthwest to Neals Creek. You can travel south after Neals creek. The website says this is a three to five day trip. Just under two miles into the journey, you'll discover the first reliable water source. You don't have to carry a lot of water after that.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:291 ft

Max:523 ft

1,913 ft

2,091 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.