E-bikes on Busiek State Forest and Wildlife Area multi-use trails
Springfield & SW Ozarks, Missouri · Christian · Managed by Missouri Dept of Conservation
✅ All e-bike classes allowed
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Which classes: Class 1, 2 and 3 (motor 750 W or less)
The rules
Bikes, including e-bikes of Class 1, 2 or 3, are allowed on Busiek's designated multi-use trails year-round, shared with hikers and horses. Busiek is not on MDC's list of areas closed to bikes during firearms deer and spring turkey seasons. Groups of more than 10 cyclists need a special use permit.
What the official source says:
(C) Areas with multi-use trails open to bicycling and equestrian use- 1. Bicentennial Conservation Area; 2. Big Buffalo Creek Conservation Area; 3. Busiek State Forest and Wildlife Area;
Source: Missouri Dept of Conservation
📞 Call ahead: (417) 895-6880 (MDC Southwest Regional Office) (rules and closures change)
18 miles · natural
Missouri's e-bike classes
Missouri has three e-bike classes: Class 1 (pedal-assist to 20 mph), Class 2 (throttle, cuts out at 20 mph) and Class 3 (pedal-assist to 28 mph). All three need working pedals and a motor under 750 watts. Missouri e-bike laws →
Nearby trails
- Frisco Highline Trail 🟢 Class 1 & 2 onlyOzark Greenways
- Fellows Lake Trail System 🟠 Class 1 onlyOzark Greenways
- Sac River Mountain Bike Trails 🟠 Class 1 onlyOzark Greenways
- Springfield-Greene County Park Board greenway trails (e.g. Galloway Creek, South Creek, Wilson's Creek greenways) ❔ Call firstSpringfield-Greene County Park Board