Turkey Bay OHV Primary Yellow 02 (61.22 miles away)
Murray, Kentucky
Bell Smith Springs Road
Scout Route
McCormick, Illinois (Pope County)
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Bell Smith Springs Road offers access to hiking, cliffs, water, and stunning scenery. The road itself is composed of golf ball-sized and smaller gravel, with the western end consisting of pavement. Beware of potholes and puddles along the track. There are a couple of parking areas offering close access to the hiking trails down to Bay Creek. There is also access to more hiking via Bell Smith Scenic Area - 849. Red Bud Campground is nearby, offering primitive camping.
Cliffs are scattered throughout the area, along with several areas to cool off in water pools, engage in cliff jumping, and climb boulders, making the location a popular one. According to a pamphlet obtained from the Vienna Ranger Station, there are seven miles of interconnected hiking trails providing access to a variety of rock formations, including Devil's Backbone, Boulder Falls, and a natural rock bridge, to name a few. Bell Smith Springs Recreation Area offers a little bit of everything, making it a great spot to visit.
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