The Johnson Tract Trail, located within the Johnson Tract Natural Area, offers the avid hiker a unique view of the Ozarks in a primitive setting. A person can take plenty of time to commune with nature among the variety of trees, vegetation, birds and animals that inhabit the area. The trail is located eighteen miles north of the dam off Highway D.

RULES AND REGULATIONS. All rules and regulations governing use of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers water resource development projects apply. Fire are to be kept in grills available at designated campsites. Trash receptacles are not provided along the trail route. You must remove all trash and litter that you bring into the area. Due to fragile vegetative communities and to respect those using the area for a “back to nature” experience, vehicles, bicycles and horses are prohibited in the area.

HUNTING AND TRAPPING. Hunting and trapping is allowed in Johnson Tract Natural Area. No discharging of firearms or trapping within 500 feet or parking area and/or trail is allowed.

CAMPING. Two primitive campsites are located along the trail. Camping is only permitted at these designated sites. For your safety during deer and turkey season, camping will be permitted at campsite “A” only (see map).

WATCHABLE WILDLIFE AREA. This man-made wetland is managed to provide wood ducks and other wildlife with a habitat that is scarce in today’s world.