Equestrian Trails

Smithville Lake offers 32 miles of horse/primitive hiking trails on the southeast side of the lake. The trail begins at Crows Creek Campground and ends in Arley, Missouri.

• The area features a mix of rolling and flat terrain with many creek crossings. Fields of native warm-season grasses, wildflowers and row crops are scattered among the timbered areas.

• The primary trailheads at Crows Nest and Jack Rabbit Bend offer ample trailer parking.

• Loop A at Crows Creek Camground offers electric and electric/water camping sites for equestrians. Restrooms, showers, laundry and water hydrants are conveniently located. Please refer to our online reservation website for details.

• Orange indicators mark the shoreline trail and white indicators mark the boundary trail.

• Lettered locator posts have been placed along the trail to help riders reference their location on the map.

• The trails east of Collins Road are located within Public Hunting Areas. Please use caution during hunting seasons.

Smithville Horse & Primitive Hiking Trails Map

Smithville Horse & Primitive Hiking Trails Brochure and Map

Regulations And Safety Rules

• No camping along the trail or at access areas

• No open fires

• Please keep horses out of crop fields

• Follow safe riding practices

• Be alert to hazardous crossings and low limbs

• Horses shall not enter the lake

• Show consideration to other riders on the trail

• Ride horses only on designated trails

• To prevent trail damage, avoid riding when trails are wet

• Help keep our trails clean -- Do not litter
   

Mowing and trail improvements are provided by volunteers. To volunteer or make a donation, please contact Northland Trails and Greenways.