Ozark Greenways

Fellows Lake Nature Trail

The Fellows Lake Nature Trail was developed by Ozark Greenways in partnership with City Utilities and an Eagle Scout Project in 2006.  This natural surface trail is solely for hiking and trail running.  This trail intersects with the Liberty Loop Trail.

TRAIL DESCRIPTION: The Fellows Lake Nature Trail is shown on the map with the black and green hashed line. During high water, a portion of this trail is under water, use the pass-thru in the fence to access the road to walk around it. Please be mindful of motor vehicles and bicyclists on the farm road. This 800-acre City Utilities property is also home to the Dirt 66 Fellows Lake Trails which currently provide 25+ miles of interconnecting natural surface trails open to hikers, runners, and Mtn. bikers.  

POINTS OF INTEREST: Fellows Lake; Dirt 66 Fellows Trails; Small Picnic Pavilions; Large Pavilions; Public Restrooms (porta-potty); Dock; Marina Store with ice cream, water, and sports drinks for sale; Special events throughout the year.

RESERVING FELLOWS LAKE TRAILS & RECREATION AREA FOR EVENTS: To hold an event requires a license agreement with CU, please direct any requests to Kelli Quinn at 831-8881. Pavilions are available for reservation. 

HOW TO SUBMIT A TRAIL MAINTENANCE/SERVICE REQUEST: Please call 417-864-2015.  Please know the nearest mile marker/landmark and state the request (downed tree, etc.)

Parking & Trail Access

Fellows Lake Recreation Area is generally located at 4200 E Farm Road 66, Springfield MO 65803. 

Trailhead Parking:

  • Gate 3 Farm Road 66 - Miller Park: 4200 E. FR 66 Springfield, MO
  • Gate 4 Farm Road 197 - Accessible Dock & Restrooms:  6564 N. FR 197 Stafford, MO

Map

Download a printable version of this Ozark Greenways map

Length

2.5 Miles, one-way

Terrain

Natural surface trail, uneven terrain

Accessibility

Hiking and Running

Hours

Open Sunrise to Sunset

Interactive Map

  • Gravel
  • Pavement
  • Mulch/Natural
  • Water
  • Bike Lanes
  • Shared Lane Markings
  • Signed Bike Route
  • The Link

Trails

Greenway Etiquette

Bicyclists
  • Show courtesy, greenways are for all users.
  • Yield right-of-way to pedestrians.
  • Keep to the right (except to pass).
  • Always pass on the left and give ample room.
  • Before you pass a pedestrian or another bicyclist, slow down and either ring a bell or politely call out “passing on your left”.
  • Stay single file in congested conditions.
  • Ride at a safe speed and enjoy the view.
All Users
  • Share the greenway; be considerate of all users.
  • Stay right, pass on the left. Announce when passing. 
  • If you stop, step off the greenway.
  • Turn down volume on earphones so that you can hear other greenway users.
  • Keep dogs on a leash and clean up after your pet.
  • Report trail hazards in Greene County to Springfield-Greene County Parks at 864-1049.
  • Call 911 to report crime.

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