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About
Hazel Creek is in a remote area without cell phone service. This primitive campground is popular with OHV/ATV riders, equestrians, and mountain bikers. There is a trailhead for the Ozark Trail is on the road leading into the campground. Hazel Creek is part of the Old Lead Belt, where much of the nation lead ore was once mined. This site features a foundation from a historic lead smelter. The Trail of Tears National Historic Trail goes through the site.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- < 0.1 mi
trailhead
Hazel Creek Trail Head
- 8.2 mi
attraction
Viewpoint
- 2.3 mi
recreation site
Courtois Creek @ C.r.657
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Forest road access near this stay: POWER LINE in Mark Twain National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.
Contact & access
- MO
- fs.usda.gov
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
See the Sources tab for provenance detail.

