Ozark Greenways

Rules of the Trails

Trail Etiquette

  • Trails are open from sunrise to sunset
  • Springfield-Greene County Park Board ordinances apply to the trails
  • Trails are for non-motorized use only, including bicycling, walking, running, skating
  • Travel on the right-hand side of the trail
  • Pass on the left and announce your presence before you pass
  • Walkers/hikers/runners - avoid being 2 or more side-by-side, espcecially around corners and when the trail is busy
  • Cyclists - travel at safe speeds, announce when passing and avoid being 2 or more side-by-side. 10mph is posted along most paved trails in Greene County 
  • Everyone - proceed in single file when approaching others, when the trail is busy, and around curves and under bridges
  • Use caution at road crossings
  • Keep dogs on leashes and under control
  • Clean up after your dog - scoop the poop
  • Wear a helmet when biking - especially children
  • Avoid using trails during unfavorable conditions
  • Respect private property - stay on the trail
  • Report unsafe paved trail conditions in Greene County to the Park Board (417) 864-1049
  • Report unsafe trail conditions at Fellows Lake and Sac River Mountain Bike Trails to Ozark Greenways at (417) 864-1942
  • Report illegal activity by calling 911

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