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4.2 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.2
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Missouri HWY 160 from Alton to Donaphin

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By RWarden (5 McR Points) on Sep 09, 2012

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captain randy
12 McR Points
September 9, 2015
We rode Hwy 160 from Doniphan to Alton on…
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Donald Reischman
30 McR Points
October 17, 2012
This is indeed a beautiful stretch of road.…
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Written Directions

From Alton, MO HWY 160 heads east to Donaphin, MO

Scenery

While the beginning of HWY 160 starts out of Alton fairly mild, the road soon opens upto Missouri farm land and travels thru the southern portion Mark Twain state park, there are scenic views all along the drive. Between the curves and slight elevation changes, the 55mph speed limit is but a suggestion. Most of the curves are marked with suggested speeds between 30-45mph and would prove difficult to maintain the posted speed limit. You'll encounter farm vehicles, transport trucks are few and is widely used by the local residents. Seldom have I've found too much traffic to contend with and is well worth the effort finding and getting to this section of HWY 160.The road is in good shape for the most part but you need to be aware of construction on the side roads. There is a park on the Eleven Point river about halfway between the two towns for a rest or restroom break. Watch out for the wildlife as well as any domestic animals that might venture into the road I've had deer and goats on or in the roadway that'll surpize you coming out of any of the many curves offered. HWY 160 is one of the better roads to ride in my opinion in the state!

Drive Enjoyment

Many sweeping curves and slight elivation changes to keep you entertained. The road in general looks to have been resurfaced within the past five or so years but do watch for tar snakes that seal a few cracks in the western portion of the road.

Tourism Opportunities

Not many if any fuel stops but there is a park on the Eleven Point river to take a break at with the normal park restrooms available
 

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FLHRCI03
April 15, 2020
217 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
to bad Missouri is not a helmet free state
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mchance
May 31, 2021
899 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
Rode this segment of US 160 as part of a trip that included riding all of US 160 in Missouri, from Mindenmines to Poplar Bluff. I'll second the previous comments about some of the turns not being marked (mostly those that probably should be marked 30-35 MPH), but the combinations of sequences of turns and elevation changes through the rolling hills of the Mark Twain National Forest make this a fun and challenging ride.
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