This 81‑mile ride loops around the U.S. Army base at Fort Leonard Wood using Highway 17 and Missouri J, a pairing that delivers a surprisingly scenic mix of rural Ozarks landscape and steady, engaging twisties. The roads roll through wooded hills, open stretches, and quiet farmland, giving you a full variety of terrain without ever drifting into heavy traffic. It’s a great mid‑length ride when you want something curvy, scenic, and just a little off the main routes.