Cycling at Lake of the Ozarks
The Lake offers a variety of riding for cyclists
of any style, level or age. Road Cyclists, Mountain Bikers, and
recreational riders must bring their bikes.
Mountain bikers have 16 miles of sweet singletrack in the Lake of
the Ozarks State Park. The Midwest Fat Tire Series called the Trail
of Four Winds the best race course for 2002. It is widely
known throughout the midwest for its beauty and solitude. Directions
to the trailhead: From the junction of Hwy 54 and Hwy 42, go east
on Hwy 42 for 4 miles; then right on Hwy 134 for another 2.5 miles
and it¹s on the right.
Casual riders can enjoy a paved multi-use trail starting at the
Village of Four Seasons City Hall, located 4 miles down Horseshoe
Bend Parkway, off of Business 54. The trail parallels Horseshoe
Bend Parkway, Bittersweet and Cherokee. Casual riders can expect
up to 9 miles of casual riding.
The popular 216 mile Katy Trail is only 45 minutes from Lake of
the Ozarks, in Jefferson City. The multi-use trail runs along the
Missouri River. Hop on the trail to either Hartsburg or historic
Rocheport for a fun day trip.
Roadies have several options. The local favorite is the toll
bridge ride. We suggest beginning at Paul¹s Supermarket
in Lake Ozark, at the junction of business 54 and Horseshoe Bend
Parkway, and crossing the community bridge, onto Shawnee Bend. It's
safe and scenic for up to 30 miles. Venture onto the lake roads
that offshoot throughout the communities, and experience very little
traffic, and nice rolling hills.
Skateparks can entertain both skaters and freestyle bikers. The
Village of Four Seasons (located by the trailhead of the multi-use
trail) is limited to skateboarders; however, all are welcome at
the Rockhouse. The Rockhouse is a challenge for all levels, and
is located in Linn Creek, next to Tonka Hills restaurant.
Other epic trails and road rides are available throughout the area,
so please contact Ozark Outdoors and Cyclery (formerly Oz Cycles)
for trail and rental information. Group Rides are also available
for both for men and women by calling 573-964-7000.
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