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Wilson's Creek Greenway (Tal's to Rutledge Wilson Farm Park)

Wilson's Creek Greenway (Tal's to Rutledge Wilson Farm Park) is an easy 8.3-mile out-and-back hike that follows the scenic, and paved, Wilson's Creek Greenway Trail.

Hiking Wilson's Creek Greenway Trail

This hike begins at Tal's Trailhead, located near the end of South Farm Road 123. The trailhead leads hikers along a mostly-easy paved path as it runs north toward the popular and scenic Rutledge Wilson Farm Park. Along the way, hikers will find field views along a peaceful forest setting. Eventually, the trail reaches Rutledge Wilson Farm Park where this route loops through the park before it exits and heads back to parking. Overall this hike should be considered easy for the average hiker, though it's a bit longer at 8.3-miles out-and-back.

Parking

Hikers will find a large parking lot near the coordinates provided, at the end of S Farm Road 123 in Springfield, MO.

Pets

Dogs are allowed if leashed and should be cleaned up after.
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Know Before You Go

  • Wilson's Creek Greenway Trail is an 8.3-mile out-and-back, paved trail between Tal's Trailhead and Rutledge Wilson Farm Park in Springfield, MO.
  • The trail is considered easy, featuring field views and a peaceful forest setting.
  • Parking is available at Tal's Trailhead, and leashed dogs are permitted, provided owners clean up after them.
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Distance
8.3 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
4.2 hrs
Elev. Gain
192'
Rating
0.0
Added
September 03, 2024
Updated
February 01, 2025

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Total Change
73'
Ascent
192'
Descent
192'
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Features

Dogs
Biking

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    37.155153, -93.365599
  2. Main Trailhead

    37.155153, -93.365599

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Hazards

Poison Ivy or Poison Oak

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Paved

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