You Can Hear Yourself Think On The Remote Brushy Creek Trail Loop In Missouri
By Beth Price-Williams|Published July 22, 2022
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Remote often means an abundance of peace, quiet, and solitude. If you’re craving both a challenge and some alone time, you will most certainly find both on this beautiful and remote trail in Missouri. Some, in fact, consider it Missouri’s most remote trail. Before you set off, though, make sure you’re prepared for the challenge that awaits.
You'll need at least 15 hours, according to the Missouri State Parks, to complete the 15-mile Brushy Creek Trail, which runs through the Roger Pioneer Backcountry.
The terrain, in fact, is what earns this trek a difficult rating. Keep an eye out for downed trees and tree roots as you maneuver rocky, muddy, and slippery terrain.
If you're up for the challenge, you're pretty much guaranteed an abundance of solitude. Chances are you won't see another person during your entire journey.
Do you have a favorite remote trail in Missouri? Have you traveled this path? Do you have any advice for those who want to hike it? Share in the comments! Up for another, more laidback adventure? Spend a day at Wakonda State Park in Missouri.
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