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Howler Mission

Our mission is to make Southwest Missouri a destination for adventurous cyclists from all over the world. Howler is an incredible place for people to ride, enjoy the outdoors, and grow in their mountain biking journey.

We invite you to experience the obsessed-over and innovative trails we have created with you in mind.

— Max Penny

Howler Bike Park opened in May 2022, welcoming mountain bikers of all skill levels to the rolling hills of southwest Missouri. Howler is a rider-owned and operated park, you will be able to meet at least one of the owners during your time at Howler, as the Penny family is always the first to greet arriving guests.

The bike park sits on 200 acres and offers a family-oriented, ski resort-style bike park experience with a central base camp where you can grab coffee, food, and gear before hitting the trails. Riders are shuttled up the mountain in an AWD military cargo vehicle before choosing their route down.

The park bolsters many different options for camping including glamping tents with beds and electricity, tent camping platforms, and RV boondocking spots. All have access to shower and restroom facilities. Howler was also rated one of the best camping spots in Missouri by Hipcamp.

Trail development never stops here at Howler. New lines to existing trails, additional features added to fan-favorite trails, and brand-new trails are all things we strive to accomplish at the park. In addition to new development, Howler also has a trail crew dedicated to trail maintenance.

Future plans include a seated restaurant, a third-level parking lot with hookups for RVs and electric vehicles, and the addition of more peaks.