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Buford Mountain Conservation Area is 8 miles north of Ironton on Highway 21, then 2 miles north on Route U. This is a forest area.

Are you looking for a new place to hike in Missouri? If your answer is "yes," lace up your boots, fill up your water bottle, strap on your pack, and head on over to the Buford Mountain Conservation Area.

Located 97 miles south of St Louis, the area features the state's third highest peak -- 1,740-foot Buford Mountain, incredible views of the Arcadian and Belleview valleys, and a strenuous 10.2-mile day hike.

The area has a rich history. It was initially acquired through a Spanish Land Grant; Buford Mountain was the site for the charcoal industry in the Belleview-Arcadian Valley, and many Indian mounds dot the area's lower elevations.

Many Impressive Views
The impressive views from its peaks make the trip to Buford worthwhile. But there are even more reasons to visit Buford Mountain: solitude and a great workout. Buford is one of the least visited outdoor areas in the Arcadia area, and hikers are virtually guaranteed solitude.