EMINENCE, Mo. - Spring into Spring! Visit Ozark National Scenic Riverways for a guided hike on the Cave Spring Trail near Devils Well on March 19 at 9 a.m.
Join a ranger to discover the early signs of Spring along the upper Current River with a 5-mile hike that begins at Devils Well. Look for the first blooming trees and wildflowers of the year, seasonal fungi, birds, and wildlife becoming active. Listen for gobbling turkeys early in the day and learn some of the natural and cultural history of the area. The hike will lead to Cave Spring on the upper Current River and then return to Devils Well following a loop trail.
Participants are encouraged to wear appropriate clothing and footwear and bring plenty of water and snacks. The hike is considered moderate in difficulty. For more information, contact Skyler Bockman at skyler_bockman@nps.gov or (573) 323-4905.
The trailhead for the Cave Spring Trail is located at Devils Well in northern Shannon County. From Highway 19, travel 2 miles west on State Highway KK, then one mile south on Devils Well Road.
For more information about upcoming park events, visit the park website at www.nps.gov/ozar or find us on Facebook @ozarkriverways and on Instagram @ozarkriverwaysnps.
www.nps.gov/ozar
Ozark National Scenic Riverways preserves 134 miles of the free-flowing Current and Jacks Fork rivers, the surrounding resources, and the unique cultural heritage of the Ozark people.
Learn more at www.nps.gov/ozar. Find us on Facebook @ozarkriverways and on Instagram @ozarkriverwaysnps.
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Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service
