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A sunset offers a beautiful backdrop to the meandering waters of the James River.
Jan 9, 2017 near Battlef…, MO
A small cave located shortly past the natural arch!  This isn't a deep cave, but is a good spot for photos!
Feb 2, 2020 near Dixon, MO
One of the few creek crossings that are encountered along the trail!
Feb 2, 2020 near Dixon, MO
Clifty Creek from above! This is what the view is like for most of the loop.
Feb 2, 2020 near Dixon, MO
The natural bridge during semi-high water!
Feb 2, 2020 near Dixon, MO
This staircase can get slippery in the winter!
Dec 19, 2019 near Wardsville, MO
The trail can be a bit trickier to find in snow, of course. Here's an example. If the footprints were not present, things could get dicey.
Dec 19, 2019 near Wardsville, MO
This is what the trail looks like in the winter! December 2019
Dec 19, 2019 near Wardsville, MO
Another lovely bench for resting!
Dec 12, 2019 near Wardsville, MO
There are several benches along this trail that are great spots for relaxing!
Dec 12, 2019 near Wardsville, MO
One of the few walkways that are nice lookout points, and photo spots!
Dec 12, 2019 near Wardsville, MO
Running back toward the Boulder Ridge trail from the natural bridge.
Dec 12, 2019 near Camdenton, MO
The Osage River flows in the distance!
Dec 11, 2019 near Wardsville, MO
Bloody Island in the distance!
Dec 11, 2019 near Wardsville, MO
Rounding the corner at the Indian Burial Cairn!
Dec 11, 2019 near Wardsville, MO
There are plenty of paved sections along this trail.
Dec 10, 2019 near Battlef…, MO
The massive bluff facing the trail. The castle remains are at the top of this bluff. Watch for rockfall if kayaking below, as pictured.
Dec 6, 2019 near Camdenton, MO
Castle Trail.
Apr 11, 2024 near Camdenton, MO
Castle Trail.
Apr 11, 2024 near Camdenton, MO
After the storm
Apr 29, 2023 near Kissee…, MO
This may be the one and only bench on the loop!
Mar 10, 2020 near Saint M…, MO
The only creek you must cross has a bridge to ensure you stay dry.
Dec 12, 2019 near Wardsville, MO
The one and only Indian Burial Cairn!
Dec 11, 2019 near Wardsville, MO
The parking area at the trailhead!  Plenty of space!
Dec 11, 2019 near Wardsville, MO
Meadow that the trail begins from near Roby lake.
Feb 29, 2020 near Fort Le…, MO
Creek/falls
May 14, 2019 near Kissee…, MO
Trail of Four Winds 25K, May 4, 2019
May 11, 2019 near Osage B…, MO
Laughing Springs Ha Ha Tonka Castle
Dec 7, 2017 near Camdenton, MO
Early morning sun
Apr 29, 2023 near Kissee…, MO
Trail along the creek in the fall.
Oct 26, 2021 near Shell Knob, MO
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