The Eight Track Loop is a popular hiking and mountain biking trail that traverses a number of different biospheres above Lake Jacomo. Expect numerous stream crossings.

The trailhead itself offers stunning views across Lake Jacomo to the bluffs.

Zachary

April 15, 2023

Hiking

Darren Reever

April 30, 2025

Mountain biking

Eight Track on the west and Bobcat/Rock Ledges to the east. Both start with a climb and 8 track is the easier start. Oodles of gravel parking. Port-a-potties at the boat ramp.

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Eight Track Trailhead – How did 8 Track get its name? loop from Camp 2

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Bobcat East – Eight Track Trailhead loop from Shelter 14 Parking

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Location: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

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