14.1 miles
Distance
1,960 ft
Climb
-1,855 ft
Descent
01:31:53
Avg time
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Berryman Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Ozark Trail
    Potosi, Missouri
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
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  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Season
    Jan-Dec.
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Global Ranking
    #42845 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #75049 in Trail Running
    • #68877 in Hiking
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 95 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Year Opened
    2015
  • Land Owner

This trail isn't perfect, but it's hard to say anything bad about a 70 year old trail which has stood up this well to decades of use and abuse from hikers, bikers, ATVs, and equestrians.

The trail is a rocky 26 mile loop located in the heart of the Mark Twain National Forest. Designated as one of IMBA's epic rides, it traverses several Ozark hills and features long, sustained climbs and fast, rocky descents. The trail is customarily divided into 2 parts; the western 14 mile section between Berryman Campground trailhead and the Brazil Creek Campground trailhead, and the eastern 10 miles from Brazil Creek back to the Berryman Campground which completes the loop. The Courtois Section of the Ozark Trail makes use of the western part of the loop from where it joins it at Harmon Spring, to just west of the Berryman Campground. The Brazil Creek to Berryman Campground section has numerous climbs and descents, none of them really steep, which cross several valleys. This section is also quite rocky with many exposed roots. The western section, while longer, generally contains less climbing, but isn't necessarily easier. A complete gps track of the loop is available as a route.

The trail can be ridden in either direction and is open to bikers, hikers, and equestrians so be sure to give right-of-way. While many prefer to go in a clockwise direction it is just as fun to go the opposite and feels like a completely different trail.

A few sections are becoming eroded from illegal trail use and heavy rain, so take caution on the descents. The trail is resistant to light rain due to its rocky nature, however, please avoid this trail if it has rained significantly over the past 24 hours. Several lengthly stretches are mostly dirt and become mud bogs which are slow to dry. There are several small to medium water crossings so bring extra socks.

Logging is permitted in the Mark Twain National Forest so be aware of the trail direction and bring a map The trail crosses fireroads several times so there are many bailout options if you get tired or injured. Recently, some new "BT" markers have been put up at some of the more confusing intersections, so when in doubt, look for these. You are also encouraged to report any illegal motorized trail use to the Potosi Ranger station.

No drinking water is available on the trail, so be prepared and bring plenty of water. There is camping available at either campground on the loop - Brazil Creek or Berryman, the latter containing 8 camping spots, picnic tables and restrooms.

Access Info

I-44 to exit 218 Bourbon. South on N to W intersection. 5 miles to Brazil Creek Campground. From Potosi: take Hwy 8 west 16 miles; turn north onto County Road 207 (formerly FR2266). Go about 1.5 miles.

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More Stats for Berryman Trail mountain bike trail trail
  • Altitude change
    106 ft
  • Altitude min
    895 ft
  • Altitude max
    1,182 ft
  • Altitude start
    918 ft
  • Altitude end
    1,024 ft
  • Grade
    0.142%
  • Grade max
    -21.963%
  • Grade min
    30.038%
  • Distance climb
    7 miles
  • Distance down
    6 miles
  • Distance flat
    1 mile
  • Avg time
    01:31:53
  • Avg reverse time
    06:26:00
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      Berryman Trail Trail Reports

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      Aug 26, 2023 @ 6:21am
      Aug 26, 2023
      6-7 trees down on the entire Berryman Loop.
      Mar 27, 2021 @ 3:16pm
      Mar 27, 2021
      95 percent dry, only a couple low spots with seeps coming out of ground. Gtg
      Jan 3, 2021 @ 9:00am
      Jan 3, 2021
      Trails still had leaves which were wet. Overall, wet trail but not muddy. Creeks had running water, but easily passable.
      Sep 21, 2020 @ 4:48am
      Sep 21, 2020
      Feels like fall! Trail is in great condition. Only saw a couple horse riders today. Pretty empty for such an epic trail
      Jul 12, 2020 @ 7:07pm
      Jul 12, 2020
      Around 3 trees across trail. Very impressed with trail condition. A little overgrown but not bad at all. Only a couple wet spots, the rest was...
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      • 49 miles avg distance
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      • Last: Oct 26, 2024

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