Missouri’s Fellows Lake Trail Leads To A Magnificent Hidden Oasis

Hikers have it pretty good in Missouri, with hundreds of trails from which to choose. With the significant number of trails, some gems are inevitably overlooked. Missouri's Fellows Lake Trail, for example, can get busy at times. However, if you're not from the Springfield-area, you may have never heard of this bucket list-worthy trail.

Meandering five scenic miles in Springfield, Fellows Lake Trail has earned an easy rating. It's a picture-perfect path for hikers of all ages and skill levels.

However, if you're hiking after a rainfall, you'll have to deal with a lot of mud, so definitely keep that in mind when choosing your hiking shoes or boots.

Stroll along the tree-lined path, which is particularly pretty during the fall foliage, and you might get a peek of the lake through the branches.

As you journey through the woods, you'll come across gentle streams and a memorial bench that's worth a stop.

The highlight - that hidden oasis - of the trail is the shimmering Fellows Lake, a magnificent 860-acre body of water.

Dip your toes in the crystal clear water, or just sit on the rocky shore to admire the landscape around you.

You might even run into some feathered friends by the water or on the path.

Because of its easy rating and its abundance of natural beauty, Fellows Lake Trail is one of those paths you'll want to check out in each of the seasons.

Head over to All Trails for more information on and a map of Fellows Lake Trail.

Have you ever hiked along Missouri's Fellows Lake Trail? What did you think? Share your experience in the comments! Next time you want to spend a quiet day among nature, consider a visit to Shaw Nature Reserve in Gray Summit.