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Find Your Own Blend of Outdoor
Excitement on an Arkansas Multi-use Trail
ATV Trail Riding
This section contains a sampling of multi-use trails in the state. It by no
means represents all the available trails in Arkansas. These pages illustrate
the varied recreational pursuits our public lands have to offer. If you need further information on any particular trail, contact the trail manager. All public
entities are depicted here, including Arkansas State Parks, U.S. National Park
Service, U.S. National Forest Service, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
All multi-use trails, regardless of the designation in this guide, are open to
hikers. When there is more than one user group on the trail at the same time,
a little common courtesy goes a long way, so the following rules apply:
1. Hikers should yield the trail to bikers and horses.
2. Bikers should yield the trail to horses.
3. ATV riders should yield trail to all other
trail users except on those trails specifically
designated for ATV use.
Off-road vehicles are restricted in some
areas, and users are cautioned to observe all
applicable regulations governing their use.
We recommend you follow the “No Trace”
concept. Take out everything you take in, and
don’t create excessive silt and soil erosion by
driving ATVs in stream beds. It is everyone’s
responsibility to clean up after themselves and
practice trail preservation so others can use
the trails and enjoy their beauty in the future.
Arkansas Multi-use Trails
Mountain Bikers
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U.S. FOREST SERVICE MULTI-USE TRAILS
Ouachita National Forest
8. Bear Creek Horse Trail
9. Charlton Trail
10. Earthquake Ridge Trail
11. Eight West Horse Trail
12. Fourche Mountain Trail
13. Little Blakely Trail System
14. Possum Kingdom Bike Trail
15. Viles Branch Trail
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17. Wolf Pen Gap Trails
18. Womble Trail
Ozark/St. Francis National Forests
19. Huckleberry Mountain Horse Trails
20. Mill Creek ATV Trail
21. Moccasin Gap Horse Trail
22. Sylamore Horse Trail
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ARKANSAS STATE PARKS
MULTI-USE TRAILS
1. Devil’s Den Horse Trails
2. Mount Nebo Bench Trail
NATIONAL PARKS MULTI-USE TRAILS
3. Lower Buffalo Horse Trails
4. Middle Buffalo Horse Trails—Buffalo River
Trail, Woolum to Gilbert
5. Middle Buffalo Horse Trails—Point Peter
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The trail system at Devils Den State park is one of the most popular in the state. The trails offer a great
outdoor experience for equestrians, mountain bikers and hikers. With the accompanying campground with
full hook-ups there is no limit to the amount of time you can spend enjoying the trails. Mount Nebo State
Park offers the trail user a chance to ride or hike a true bench trail circling the top of the mountain.
Devil’s Den Horse Trails (B-1)
REGION: Ozark Mountains
FOR INFORMATION: Devil’s Den State Park, 11333 Hwy. 74 West, West Fork, AR 72774; PHONE:
(479)761-3325. E-MAIL: [email protected]
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Strickler; Winslow
• LOCATION: 8 miles south of Fayetteville on I-540 to Exit 53 (West Fork) then go 18 miles southwest on Hwy. 170;
or exit I-540 at Exit 45 (Winslow) and go 7 miles west on Hwy. 74. Trailers longer than 26 feet should use Exit 53.
• LENGTH: Approximately 20 miles; TIME: Varies; DIFFICULTY: Moderate - Difficult
• DESCRIPTION: The trails lead you through the Lee Creek Valley, on top of the surrounding ridges, to historical
sites, natural bridges, scenic vistas, and waterfalls. There are three different trails, all of which begin and end at
the horse camp:
1. Old Road Trail: (yellow blaze); 5 miles, 1 1/2 hours. This safe, easy trail is the only horse trail entirely within
the park boundary.
2. Gorley King Trail: (red blaze); 7 miles, 3 hours. Moderate difficulty.
3. Vista Point Trail: (green blaze); 8 miles, 5 hours. Contains steep climbs and ledge riding, requiring experienced
horses and riders.
Each trail is blazed with diamond-shaped plates having a horseshoe symbol with a colored dot in the center. The
Old Road Trail which begins across from the entrance to the horse camp, is blazed with yellow paint dots on the
plates. The Gorley King Trail (blazed in red), and the Vista Point Trail (blazed in green), both begin inside the horse
camp near bathroom. In places where the Gorley King and Vista Point Trails coincide, the trail blaze contains both
red and green dots. Where the horseshoe symbol appears to be hanging upside down this is a warning that the trail
makes an obscure turn or intersects with other trails or roads. Be sure and look for the next blaze before proceeding.
Horses are welcome on Highways 170 and 74, and on Washington County Road 61, but are not permitted on other
park roads or in camping areas other than the horse camp. Also, horses are not permitted in the crevice area, Yellow
Rock or on any of the hiking trails except where the horse trails and the Butterfield Hiking Trail are the same.
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• SITE AMENITIES: Water for humans and horses and a bathhouse are at trailhead. A restuarant and swimming pool
are also on the park grounds. There is a store on the park that sells groceries and gifts. (Open Seasonally).
• CAMPING: The park has a complete campground for horses with bathhouse for riders and bathing area for horses.
Trailer hook-ups and camper sites.
• LODGING: The park also has cabins for rent; there are plenty of motels in Fayetteville, just to the north. Or Alma
to the south.
• SPECIAL NOTE: Call ahead to inquire about availability at horse campground. It is reserved certain times of the
year for private use. Mountain bike riders are also allowed on these trails and must yield to horses.
Mount Nebo Bench Trail (D-3)
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REGION: Ouachita Mountains (Ouachita National Forest)
FOR INFORMATION: Mount Nebo State Park, Route 3, Box 374, Dardanelle, AR 72834; PHONE: (479)
229-3655. E-MAIL: [email protected]
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Chickalah Mountain East
• LOCATION: From I-40, take Highway 7 south through Russellville to Dardanelle; turn right onto Highway 22 west,
then left on Highway 155 south up the mountain.
• LENGTH: 4 miles; TIME: 3 hours; DIFFICULTY: Easy
MOUNT NEBO BENCH TRAIL
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Buffalo National River Area
• DESCRIPTION: The approach to the summit of Mount Nebo is as breath-taking as the park itself. Hwy. 155 (paved)
zigzags up the eastern side of the mountain. From base to top there are a series of tight hairpin turns. We recommend
no trailers or RVs over 24 feet long attempt the climb. Be sure your vehicle is in good condition, use low gear and
turn off the A/C to avoid overheating. At the Bench Overlook you can stop to enjoy the panoramic view and rest
your vehicle.
A huge, round slab of sandstone perhaps 15-20 feet thick lies approximately 300 feet below the summit of Mount
Nebo. It extends completely through the mountain, like a gigantic solid pancake. Most of the bench is buried in the
mountain itself. On this shelf, encircling the mountain is the Bench Road Trail. Known in the 1890s as Bench
Boulevard, the bench, as well as the mountaintop, had a hotel, homes and stores.
The scenic and historic trail offers easy access. Mountain bikes and horseback riders are welcome. Motorized
vehicles are prohibited.
• SITE AMENITIES: Parking at the trailhead; restrooms, small store and picnicking in park.
• CAMPING: Horse camping is not allowed in the park or on the trail.
• LODGING: Lodging facilities are available in the park and in Dardanelle.
• SPECIAL NOTE: Remember to bring drinking water-it is not furnished at the trailhead. Stay on the trail. Rocks
along the edges of cliffs may be loose. Stay off the trail when lightening is flashing. Mt. Nebo is the highest point
for many miles. Please pack up and bring out all of your litter. Leave all plants and animals undisturbed. It is
unlawful to deface, destroy, or remove natural features of the park.
National Park Service Multi-use Trails
The Buffalo River National Park was the first river in the United States to achieve National Park designation.
The area encompassing the park offers miles of trails for hiking and equestrian use. Most of the trails in the
system are classified as primitive and offer a challenge to the trail user so be prepared for rugged terrain and
beautiful views.
Lower Buffalo Horse Trails (B-5)
Lake Catherine State Park
FOR INFORMATION: National Park Service, Buffalo National River, Lower River District Ranger, HCR 66, Box
387, Yellville, AR 72687; PHONE: (870) 449-4311; WEBSITE: www.nps.gov/buff
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Maumee; Cozahome; Big Flat; Buffalo City
• LOCATION: These trails are accessed from the Hathaway Hollow Trailhead. To drive there, take Highway 101 for
7 paved miles , through Rea Valley, then Marion County Road 644 for 4 miles, through Hand Valley. Take the right
fork (the narrow road) and go another 1 mile to the trailhead parking area on the left.
• LENGTH: More than 25 miles in network; TIME: 10-20 hours; DIFFICULTY: Moderate - Difficult
• DESCRIPTION: These trails are classified as primitive and may be hard to follow in spots. This is a network of trails
that are former logging, mining and settlement roads. The trail follows old wagon roads once used for access to the
town of Old Buffalo City. After about a mile the trail crosses Cook Hollow and ascends to the ridge crest trail along
Granite Mountain. Go right for another mile to a fork in the trail with a large oak tree and take the left fork. After
about 1/2 mile there is another fork. Taking the right fork will bring you up and over Dead Horse Gap and up to four
spur trails with ridge top locations and fine views of the valley. Riding the left fork north of Dead Horse Gap the trail
leads east down the Buffalo River bottomlands and crosses Cow Creek near its mouth. Hidden trails branch from
the main trail leading to abandoned mines and former home sites. Continuing north of Cow Creek the mountain on
the left is Prince Fred’s Knob. Following the trail north brings you to the old Hudson Place near the mouth of Cook
Hollow. To continue the loop ride take the west-trending trail to the first of several crossings of Moreland Creek.
There is even a spur trail here.
• SITE AMENITIES, CAMPING, LODGING: Since these are primative trails there is no water or other facilities at the
trailhead. Camping is not allowed; there is no lodging close to the trailhead.
• SPECIAL NOTE: Maps for these trails are too extensive to reproduce here so we recommend the rider contact the
ranger district above for maps and river conditions prior to trip. Comprehensive maps of all the trails in the Upper
Buffalo Area are available from the address above and from Trails Illustrated, P.O. Box 4357, Evergreen, CO 804374357, (1-800-962-1643) and on the internet at TrailsIllustrated.com.
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Pea Ridge Trails (Multi-Use)
Middle Buffalo Horse Trails—
Buffalo River Trail, Woolum to Gilbert (B-4; B-5)
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Boxley; Ponca; Jasper; Hasty; Mount Judea
• LOCATION: This trail may be accessed from four trailheads:
1. Ponca Trailhead: at the Ponca low-water bridge, near the intersection of Highways 74 and 43, at Ponca;
2. Steel Creek Trailhead/Horsecamp: 2.4 miles below Ponca (or 2.8 miles by road), about 1.4 miles on Highway
74 north of Ponca, turn on gravel road and go another 1.4 miles to trailhead. Warning: this is a steep road and requires
good brakes and 4-wheel drive coming out with loaded horse trailer.
FOR INFORMATION: National Park Service, Buffalo National River, Middle River District Ranger, Route 1, Box
46, Saint Joe, AR 72675; PHONE: (870) 439-2502; WEBSITE: www.nps.gov/buff
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FOR INFORMATION: National Park Service, Buffalo National River, Middle River District Ranger, Route 1, Box
46, Saint Joe, AR 72675; PHONE: (870) 439-2502: WEBSITE: www.nps.gov/buff
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• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Mount Judea; Eula; Snowball; Marshall; Maumee
• LOCATION: Highway 65 bridge. At north end of the Hwy. 65 bridge over the Buffalo River, turn east and park 0.1
mile off the highway beside guardrail, at pullout. Or trailer to Woolum either at Searcy County 14 south of Saint Joe
or on Searcy County 15 south of Pindall Arkansas. Both of these towns are off Highway 65. The horsecamp/trailhead
is located on the north side of the Buffalo River at Woolum.
• LENGTH: 9.8 miles; TIME: 10-15 hours; DIFFICULTY: Due to extensive undergrowth and low maintenance schedules, this trail can be difficult.
• DESCRIPTION: The first mile of this loop trail follows the Buffalo River Trail from Woolum. At the “T” in the trail,
ride right and stay on the bench, along the western slope of Point Peter Mountain, to the trail intersection with
Searcy County Road 12. Ride right, downhill on that road for about 1/2 mile; then right again on County Road 14,
down Richland Valley. The wide-open pasture lands of Richland Valley are in constant view for more than five
miles of the ride.
• SITE AMENITIES, CAMPING, LODGING: Limited parking at the Highway 65 bridge. Woolum Trailhead/Horsecamp
has access to pit toilets and stock watering from river.
• LODGING: Lodging for people only is available at nearby St. Joe. There are no hotels, but cabins and a bed & breakfast
near Gilbert.
• SPECIAL NOTE: Maps for these trails are too extensive to reproduce here, so we recommend the rider contact the
Tour Stop
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• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Mount Judea; Eula; Snowball; Marshall; Maumee
• LOCATION: Trailer to Woolum either at Searcy County 14 south of Saint Joe or on Searcy County 15 south of Pindall
Arkansas. Both of these towns are off Highway 65. The horsecamp /trailhead is located on the north side of the
Buffalo River at Woolum. The trail is inaccessible from the north during times of high water in the river.
• LENGTH: 17.7 miles; TIME: varies between 10-20 hours; DIFFICULTY: This is not a trail for the novice rider. Need
a sure-footed mount and trail experience. Difficult to Most Difficult.
• DESCRIPTION: This trail offers a variety of scenery, with some of the best views of the Buffalo River available from
bluff-top trail locations, such as Manes Bluff, Whisenant Bluff, Tie-Slide and Long Bottom Bluff. For 2.2 miles the
trail follows a single-lane road open to vehicles and also 2.1 miles of low-use road east of the Tie-Slide Overlook.
If the Buffalo River is running high, the ford at the mouth of Calf Creek may be unsafe to use. An alternative parking
area to access the trail during high water is to drive to Calf Creek, via the Tyler Bend Road.
• SITE AMENITIES AND CAMPING: Limited parking at the Highway 65 bridge. Woolum Trailhead/Horsecamp has
access to pit toilets and stock watering from river.
• SPECIAL NOTE: Maps for these trails are too extensive to reproduce here so we recommend the rider contact the
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Upper Buffalo Horse Trails—Old River Trail (B-3; B-4)
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FOR INFORMATION: National Park Service, Buffalo National River, 402 North Walnut St., Suite 136, Harrison,
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3. Erbie Trailhead/Horsecamp: Drive to Erbie via unpaved roads—about 5 miles north of Jasper, turn left on dirt
road and follow to campground; or go west on dirt road off Hwy. 7 from Marble Falls to campground. Trailhead is
located on north side of river near the Old Erbie Church.
4. Pruitt Trailhead: near canoe landing below Highway 7 bridge at Pruitt turn east from north end of bridge. Riders
must cross Highway 7 to get onto trail upriver.
• LENGTH: 24 miles; TIME: 10-20 hours, depending on the route you choose; DIFFICULTY: Easy - Moderate. Trail crosses
the river 20 times in the 14 miles between Ponca and Erbie, and 6 more times in the 10 miles between Erbie and Pruitt.
• DESCRIPTION: The Old River Trail follows the settler’s road linking historic communities of Ponca, Erbie, and Pruitt,
along the upper Buffalo River. It passes through old bottomland farms, where one can still find a few old vacant
houses and barns, rock walls, fences and overgrown fields and orchards. Following the river (and crossing it 26
times), the trail affords fine views, including the tallest bluffs along the entire river. Camping on the rivers gravelbars
is permitted, as long as stock is picketed well back from the river and tied in a manner to avoid damage to vegetation;
manure scattered and other trash packed out. Several other short trails connect with the Old River Trail; they are:
1. Center Point Trail: 3.6 miles in length. Intersects at former settlement of Center Point and climbs up 1,250 feet
to Highway 43, 3.5 miles north of Ponca
2. Sneeds Creek Trail: 4.1 miles in length. Intersects at the same point as the Center Point Trail and also climbs
out 1,250 feet to Compton Trailhead. No amenities here.
3. Chimney Rock Trail: 3.4 miles. This trail also climbs out of the river valley about 1,200 feet. It can be accessed
past the Steel Creek campground. Parts of this trail are old roadbeds.
4. Bench Trail: 4.4 miles. This fairly level trail follows a former settlement road trace along a natural level break,
or bench, in the river valley slope. Sneeds Creek Trail intersects this trail on the west end.
5. Cecil Cove Loop Trail: Length is about 8 miles. This trail elevates about 8oo feet and has only one part where
footing could be a problem at Goat Bluff.
• SITE AMENITIES AND CAMPING: Restrooms and treated drinking water are available at the Steel Creek Trailhead;
the other three trailheads have pit toilets and sources of water for livestock. Campsites at Steel Creek and Erbie
Horsecamps have fire rings. Trails are marked with directional signs and yellow trail blazes.
• SPECIAL NOTE: Due to the size of the area maps could not be reproduced for this section. Comprehensive maps
of all the trails in the Upper Buffalo Area are available from the address above and from Trails Illustrated, P.O.
Box 4357, Evergreen, CO 80437-4357, (1-800-962-1643) and on the internet at TrailsIllustrated.com. We recommend the rider contact the Buffalo National River before their trip to check water levels on the river and get other
pertinent information.
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• LODGING: Available at various nearby locations
• SPECIAL NOTE: Federal regulations prohibit hunting, disturbing wildlife and removing relics. Pets are permitted
in the park, but they must be restrained. For your safety, be alert for poison oak and poison ivy, which are common
in the park; rattlesnakes and copperheads may occasionally be found. Exercise common sense and caution. Do
not climb on cannons, monuments, fences, bluffs or trees.
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FOR INFORMATION: Park Superintendent, Pea Ridge National Military Park (National Park Service), P.O. Box
700, Pea Ridge, AR 72751-0700; PHONE: (479) 451-8122; WEBSITE: www.nps.gov/peri
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAP: Pea Ridge
• LOCATION: The Pea Ridge Trails are located in the Pea Ridge National Military Park, just off U.S. 62, ten miles
northeast of Rogers.
• LENGTH: Horse trail: 5 miles currently open; Tour road (may be used by bicycles): 7 miles. TIME: 2-3 hours;
DIFFICULTY: Easy
• DESCRIPTION: The trails wind through oak-hickory forest and near fields associated with the battles of Leetown
and Elkhorn Tavern. The horse trail, which passes Elkhorn Tavern, contains some slightly hilly sections. There are
many birds, and white-tailed deer are prevalent.
• TOURING PEA RIDGE BATTLEFIELD: After stopping at the visitor center, follow the arrows from the parking area
to the Old Telegraph Road. Built in 1828 between Springfield, Missouri, and Fayetteville, Arkansas, the road was
part of the “Trail of Tears” that saw thousands of Cherokees and other American Indians forcibly relocated from their
homes in Georgia and the Carolinas to Indian Territory in present-day Oklahoma. In 1858 the road became part of
the Butterfield Overland Mail route to California. In 1860 a telegraph wire was strung along it. The numbers on the
map correspond to stops on the battlefield driving tour, which is also accessible to bicycles. A brochure offering a
detailed account of the battle is available at the visitor center.
• SITE AMENITIES: Restrooms, parking, drinking water, information signage and a brochure with map are available
at the visitor center, which also offers a museum and an orientation slide program.
• CAMPING: Available at Beaver Lake, ten miles away
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• LENGTH: 4.3 miles; TIME: 1.5-2 hours; DIFFICULTY: Most Difficult (First half-mile); Easy - More Difficult (Rest
of trail).
• DESCRIPTION: Charlton Trail travels up and down mountain slopes through a mixed hardwood and pine forest.
There are beautiful displays of wild flowers in the spring and summer. The trail is open to both mountain bikers
and hikers.
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OUACHITA NATIONAL FOREST
The Ouachita National Forest offers a variety of multi-use trails in every district of the forest. Several of the
trails in the system have gained national recognition for the experience they offer the user. Most of the
trailheads are located in or near recreation areas in the forest which makes for greater access. WEBSITE:
www.fs.fed.us/oonf/ouachita
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Crystal Springs
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Bear Creek Horse Trail (E-4)
FOR INFORMATION: District Ranger, Jessieville Ranger District, P.O. Box 189, Jessieville, AR 71949;
PHONE: (501) 984-5313; (19 miles north of Hot Springs on Hwy. 7)
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Steve; Nimrod S.W.
• LOCATION: The Bear Creek Horse Trail can be reached by taking Hwy. 7 to Forest Service Road 11 West, then
following Forest Service Road 772 to the trailhead.
• LENGTH: 60.6 miles; TIME: 10-20 hours; DIFFICULTY: More difficult
• DESCRIPTION: Marked with yellow rectangles and Carsonite signs, the Bear Creek Horse Trail is located in a
beautiful forested setting covering varied terrain. Its eastern loop enters the Deckard Mountain Walk-in Turkey
Hunting Area, which is closed to motorized vehicles. The trail surface is gravel in some places, unsurfaced in others.
In addition to horseback riding, the trail is also suitable for day hiking, overnight backpacking and mountain biking.
• SITE AMENITIES: Ponds and streams supply drinking water for horses, but none is available for human consumption.
• CAMPING: Camping is allowed in this area, although no sites exist.
• LODGING: Available in Hot Springs
• SPECIAL NOTE: Bring your own drinking water; none is available on site.
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Charlton Trail (E-3)
FOR INFORMATION: Womble Visitor Information and Ranger Station, 1523 U.S. 270 East, Mt. Ida, AR
71957; PHONE: (870) 867-2101; (One mile east of Mt. Ida on U.S. 270)
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAP: McGraw Mountain
• LOCATION: The Charlton Trail is can be reached by taking U.S. 270 to Charlton Recreation Area. The trail begins
at Charlton amphitheater and ends at Crystal Springs Campground.
179
Hot Springs,
17 mi.
Crystal
Springs
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Charlton Trail (Multi-Use)
Forest Service Road
Travel time requires one and one-half to two hours. The trail is unpaved and marked by white rectangles; it
includes various grades.
Charlton Recreation Area, the trail’s starting point, and Crystal Springs Campground on Lake Ouachita, where
it ends, offer camping, picnicking and swimming.
• SITE AMENITIES: The trail begins at Charlton Recreation Area and ends at Crystal Springs Campground at Lake
Ouachita. Drinking water, camping, picnicking and swimming are available at both locations.
• CAMPING: Charlton Recreation Area and Crystal Springs Campground
• LODGING: Available at various locations on nearby Lake Ouachita
• SPECIAL NOTE: Treat water from springs, streams and lakes before drinking. The trail is open to mountain bikes
and hikers only.
EIGHT WEST HORSE TRAIL
63
Parking
Scenic Vista
Eight West Horse Trail
Unpaved Road
Paved Road
Earthquake Ridge Trail (E-2)
8
N
2.9 mi.
514
Mountain
Fork
3.0 mi.
1.6 mi.
M96
llins C re
Co
ek
Rich
Mountain
M97
6
Queen Cr.
Middle
Mountain
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EARTHQUAKE RIDGE TRAIL
514
6
Forest Service Road
Trail Number
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6
ARKANSAS
M o u n
t a i
n
179
OKLAHOMA
S e l f
FOR INFORMATION: District Ranger, Mena Ranger District, 1603 U.S. 71 North, Mena, AR 71953; PHONE:
(479) 394-2382; (north of Mena on U.S. 71 North)
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAP: Mena
• LOCATION: From Mena, travel north on Highway 88 (the Talimena Scenic Byway) for 2 miles to the Mena U.S. Forest
Service Visitor Information Station.
• LENGTH: 6.8 miles; TIME: Varies depending on loops; DIFFICULTY: Easy - Moderate
• DESCRIPTION: The Earthquake Ridge Trail parallels the Talimena Scenic Byway on the north and south sides of
Rich Mountain and crosses the Talimena Scenic Byway in two places. There are several interesting rock formations
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found here—including the one for which the trail is named, as well as a variety of plant and animal life.
There are several loops in this trail system to make the experience a challenge for most mountain bikers.
• SITE AMENITIES: Except in winter, drinking water is available at the East End Visitor Information Center.
• CAMPING: There is a developed campground nearby at Queen Wilhelmina State Park.
• LODGING: Lodging and dining facilities are available in the nearby community of Mena and at Queen Wilhelmina
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1.3 mi.
0.1 mi.
Parking
Earthquake Ridge Trail
88 State Highway
1.1 mi.
R oc
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To Mena
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Earthquake Ridge Trail (Multi-Use)
2.1 mi.
3
1
2.0 mi.
420
k
1.8 mi.
1.3 mi.
41
Peach Orchard Rd.
2
0.4 mi.
720
Mena Visitor
Information Station
1
1
1
506
1.5 mi.
To Mena,
3 mi.
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Eight West Horse Trail (Multi-Use)
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6643. Other camping is available at Queen Wilhelmina State Park and at private campgrounds in the town of Mena.
• LODGING: Lodging and dining facilities are available in the nearby community of Mena.
• SPECIAL NOTE: Bring your own drinking water; none is available on site. Treat water from springs, streams and
lake before drinking.
State Park.
• SPECIAL NOTE: Be alert for oncoming traffic when crossing Highway 88.
Eight West Horse Trail (E-1)
(479) 394-2382; (north of Mena on U.S. 71 North)
Fourche Mountain Trail (E-2)
FOR INFORMATION: District Ranger, Poteau Ranger District, P.O. Box 2255, Waldron, AR 72958; PHONE:
(479) 637-4174; (Junction of U.S. 71 and Hwy. 248)
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Mountain Fork; Rich Mountain; Potter; Mena
• LOCATION: The Eight West Horse Trail is accessed by taking Hwy. 8 to Peach Orchard Road (41) north to Forest
Service Road 420, then following the trail markings.
• LENGTH: Varies according to sections traveled; TIME: Varies; DIFFICULTY: Easiest
• DESCRIPTION: The western portion of the Eight West Horse Trail travels along Self Mountain and offers an
outstanding view to the south. The lowlands of this trail network are set among beautiful bottomland hardwoods
and clear running streams. The trail passes several old home sites; these are marked by old rock fences. This
unsurfaced trail is marked with fluorescent green and yellow horseshoes.
• SITE AMENITIES: Ponds and streams supply drinking water for horses, but none is available for human consumption.
• CAMPING: Horse camping is available at Mac Morgan Ranch, 697 Polk CR 47, Mena, AR 71953; Phone: (479) 394-
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Y-City; Buck Knob
• LOCATION: Located five miles east of Y-City; parking for trailhead is on south side of U.S. 270, 0.6 miles east of the
Mill Creek Recreation Area.
• LENGTH: 27 miles; TIME: 5-10 hours; DIFFICULTY: Varies by section of trail. Easiest - Most difficult (Please refer
to map).
• DESCRIPTION: The Fourche Mountain Trail offers breathtaking views of Fourche Mountain and Buck Knob. Points
of interest include an abandoned silver mine, beautiful streams in steep ravines, several spectacular views of the
Ouachita Mountains, rock glades, and uncommon plant life. This trail network provides horseback riding, day
hiking/backpacking, mountain biking, and ATV opportunities.
• SITE AMENITIES: Drinking water is available at Mill Creek Recreation Area open spring through fall.
• CAMPING: Camp, swim or picnic at Mill Creek Recreation Area. (Call to confirm area is open).
• LODGING: Available in Mena and at Queen Wilhelmina State Park
• SPECIAL NOTE: Treat water from springs and streams before drinking.
FOURCHE MOUNTAIN TRAIL
Mill Creek
Recreation Area
mi.
y, 5
Y Cit
Mill Creek
Easy
More Difficult
Most Difficult
Parking
Camping
Fourche Mountain Trail
Ouachita Trail
Unpaved Road
Paved Road
Water
179 Forest Road
7 Trail Junction Marker
270
932
172
0.7 mi.
1.2 mi.
218
Gate
13
Spring B
0.7
mi.
10
009
11
2.8 mi.
0.7 mi.
1
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12
k
Rock Cree
Turner Creek
1.3 mi.
Little Blakely Trail System (E-4)
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Mountain Pine; Hamilton
N
2.7 mi.
2.4 mi.
2
0.4 mi.
3
2.8 mi.
7
9
0.2 mi.
Buck Knob
1.6 mi.
8
1.4 mi.
Ro
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Cre
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0.9 mi.
1.2 mi.
6
5.6 mi.
ita
Trail
5
(h
0.9 mi.
76A
76
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Fourche Mountain Trail (Multi-Use)
Talimena Scenic Byway
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• LOCATION: The Little Blakely Trails are accessed from Forest Service Road 30200, north of Lake Ouachita State Park.
• LENGTH: 19.6 miles; TIME: 4-10 hours per loop; DIFFICULTY: More difficult
• DESCRIPTION: The Little Blakely Trails are a series of five unsurfaced loop trails of varying lengths (see map) which
are open for use by hikers and mountain bikers. The travel time for each loop varies from 4 to 10 hours, depending
on length. Trail marking consists of white rectangles.
These trails offer spectacular views of Lake Ouachita, stately old-growth pines and hardwoods and unusual rock
formations. The hardwoods are especially beautiful during the autumn color change, and in spring wild flowers
display an array of brilliant colors.
• SITE AMENITIES: Lake Ouachita State Park is located near the trail system and provides full-service camping
facilities with lake access. Lake Ouachita, one of the state’s largest and most beautiful lakes, offers excellent
swimming, boating and fishing.
• CAMPING: Lake Ouachita State Park
LITTLE BLAKELY TRAIL SYSTEM
Parking
Trail
Unpaved Road
Paved Road
179
• SPECIAL NOTE: Carry plenty of water and treat water from springs, streams and lake before drinking.
Possum Kingdom Bike Trail (E-4)
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAP: Avant
• LOCATION: From Highway 7, travel west on Hwy. 298 for 12.5 miles to Harper’s Grocery at Forest Road J47 West.
Travel west on Forest Road J47 to parking at Forest Road J45.
• LENGTH: 10.7 miles; TIME: 3-4 hours; DIFFICULTY: More difficult
• DESCRIPTION: The Possum Kingdom Trail offers a variety of road types, including gravel, paved and unsurfaced.
Vegetation consists of pure pine forests and mixed pine and hardwood stands of diverse ages. The trail is marked
with white rectangles and Carsonite signs.
• SITE AMENITIES: There are no developed facilities. Bring your own water.
• CAMPING: The closest camping areas are at Cedar Fourche, Irons Fork, and Buckville Recreation Areas that are run
by the Corps of Engineers. Private campgrounds are also located in the Hot Springs area.
POSSUM KINGDOM TRAIL
Forest Service Road
Avant
Buckville
A Nail: Mileage/Location
D
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1.7 mi.
J 28B
127
37120
J25A
0.3 mi.
E
1.3 mi.
0.9 mi.
1.5 mi.
Rocky
Ridge
Loop
Morgan
Hollow
Loop
LAKE
OUACHITA
3.5 mi.
811
Rifle Range
H
1.4 mi.
N
J 44E
G
0.3 mi.
0.4 mi.
L
0.8 mi.
N
1.7 mi.
0.1 mi.
J
North
Loop
2.5 mi.
5232
K
2.9 mi.
0.6 mi.
South Loop
I
0.7 mi.
0.8 mi.
B
A
43
179
J 45
LAKE
OUACHITA
0.5 mi.
Cedar Four
ch
d.
83
0.3 mi.
Parking
Possum Kingdom Trail
Trail on Paved Road
Paved Road
Unpaved Road
State Highway
County Road
Forest Road
eR
LAKE
OUACHITA
3.0 mi.
.
C
0.1 mi.
nge Rd
F
J 45T
298
R if le R a
Glades
Loop
1.5 mi.
1.0 mi.
J 47
J 47
Cedar
Fourche
Landing
30200
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Little Blakely Trail System (Multi-Use)
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Possum Kingdom Trail (Multi-Use)
Harper’s
Grocery
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• LODGING: Motel rooms are available in Hot Springs.
• SPECIAL NOTE: State laws govern the sections of the trail along paved roads. Bring your own drinking water; none
is available on site.
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• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Umpire; Nichols Mountain; Big Fork; Athens; Langley.
• LOCATION: There are two trailheads. The east trailhead is three miles north of Langley off Highway 369 at Forest
Road 2106. The west trailhead is 1/4 mile from the intersection of Forest Roads 38 and 502, which is 1/2 mile south
of Shady Lake Recreation Area.
• LENGTH: 26 miles; TIME: 6-10 hours; DIFFICULTY: Difficult (Horseback); Easy - Most Difficult (Hiking).
• DESCRIPTION: The Viles Branch Trail consists of a 19.4 mile loop with a 3.3 mile leg. Trail surface is gravel and
dirt. Travel time requires 6 to 10 hours on horseback and two days for hiking. Part of the route follows Forest Roads
38 and 106, while the remainder travels an old road which is no longer open to motor vehicles. The trail is marked
with yellow rectangles.
Viles Branch Trail (F-2)
FOR INFORMATION: District Ranger, Caddo Ranger District, 101 Smokey Bear Lane, Glenwood, AR 71943;
PHONE: (870) 356-4186
VILES BRANCH TRAIL
38
38
38
B2
3F
2.3 mi.
W
IN
ON
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Tra
Recrea
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152
(hiking
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AthensBigfork
Trail
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2
13
106
O ua
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53800
Chinquapin
Mountain
To 234 &
Lake Sylvia
13
2
To
Hwy. 7
Parking
Recreation Area
Viles Branch Trail
Other Trails
Unpaved Road
83 State Highway
43 County Road
179 Forest Road
Bard Springs
Recreation Area
502
WILDCAT MOUNTAIN TRAIL
38
25
Shady Lake
Recreation Area
246
84
3.8 mi.
N
38
25
179
5.4 mi.
SC
ENI
Parking
Wildcat Mountain Trail
Ouachita Trail
Unpaved Road
Rough Road
Water
Forest Road
132
C
D R I VE
Wildcat
Mountain
179
To
Hwy. 9
1.5 mi.
0.4 mi.
Bobcat Point
Little Missouri
Hiking Trail
N
1.2 mi.
1.9 mi.
179
Little Missouri Falls
1.3 mi.
0.9 mi.
8
0.8 mi.
1.1 mi.
106
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179
the
73
2106
Y35
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Gate
line
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80
715
Langley,
3 mi.
1.0 mi.
0.6 mi.
To
28970
r
N
369
M
of
43
0.7 mi.
Fo
rk
5P
43
Y3
No
Albert Pike
Recreation Area
1.1 mi.
9
73
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Miles Branch Trail (Multi-Use)
Beaver Pond Mountain
0
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Wildcat Mountain Trail (Multi-Use)
1 mile
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This trail offers views of the Winding Stairs area of the Little Missouri River, which has been designated a Scenic
River by the Natural Heritage Commission. Winding Stairs is known for its unique geological formations and
outstanding water features.
The trail’s most popular segment is the one from Winding Stairs to Shady Lake. A four-mile section connecting
the Little Missouri Trail and the Athens-Big Fork Trail is popular with hikers.
• SITE AMENITIES: Albert Pike Recreation Area offers swimming and fishing; Little Missouri Falls offers picnicking,
fishing and a trail to a waterfall overlook.
• CAMPING: Camping is available at Albert Pike Recreation Area. (For human use only. Horses not allowed).
• LODGING: Available in Mena and at Queen Wilhelmina State Park
• SPECIAL NOTE: Be alert for oncoming traffic on Forest Roads 38 and 106. Use caution when crossing river and
streams during high water. Treat water from springs, river and streams before drinking.
These trails feature a varied combination of high mountain vistas and lush stream valleys. The system of trails
leads the visitor through an array of areas, including scenic Gap Creek and Board Camp Creek. They continue
through forests of large pine and oak trees before passing the unique two-foot oak and an abandoned mine shaft.
The trails form an interconnected system to accommodate riders who want to vary the length of their trail trips.
• SITE AMENITIES: Restrooms and a warm-up trail have been developed at the westernmost trailhead.
• CAMPING: Camping available in designated areas only. Please make every effort to practice “Leave No Trace”
camping techniques.
There are a number of developed campgrounds nearby including Albert Pike, Bard Springs, and Shady Lake
WOLF PEN GAP TRAILS
NO9A
To Nunley, 4 mi.
Wildcat Mountain Trail (E-4)
01
0
Bo a
01B
rd
01
Ca mp
High Point
To
Mena,
9 mi.
Cree
k
01
277
01
N11A
02
01A
02A
03
07
02
375
610
07
Ga
02
p
Bear
Mountain
03A
07B
Bo
03
03B
Ga
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02
25
02
Bear
Mountain
02
Cre
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02
31
02
243
243
07
02A
03A
03
03B
07A
To Heath Valley Rd.,
1.5 mi.
d
Cam
p
C
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k
06
06
Wolf Pen
Gap
610
Creek
Rattlesnake
Mountain
03
r
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Eagle Mountain; Nichols Mountain
• LOCATION: There are three developed trailheads. From Mena, take Hwy. 8 East to Hwy. 375, then southeast to
trailhead on the left. To reach second trailhead, continue southeast on Hwy. 375 for approximately 3 miles to
trailhead on the left. Third trailhead can be reached by continuing southeast on Hwy. 375 until pavement ends and
road becomes gravel Forest Road 25. Continue southeast on Forest Road 25 until reaching intersection with Gravel
Forest Road 38. Turn north on Forest Road 38 and continue until reaching the trailhead on the left at the intersection
of Forest Roads 38 and 95.
• LENGTH: 41 miles; TIME: Varies; DIFFICULTY: Easy - Most Difficult (Please refer to map).
• DESCRIPTION: This area was designated for All-Terrain Vehicle use in 1991. The trails consist of a combination of
old logging roads and recently constructed trails which offer a wide range of challenges for riders of differing skill
levels. The trails are tailored to all-terrain vehicles, motorized trail bikes and off-road bicycles.
The trails are marked with vertical fiberglass posts and reflective stickers.
1 mile
N
495
Wolf Pen Gap Trails (F-2)
(479) 394-2382 (North of Mena on U.S. 71 North)
Easy
More Difficult
Most Difficult
Parking
Scenic Vista
Wolf Pen Gap Trail
Trail Section Closed
Unpaved Road
Paved Road
179 Forest Road
07 ATV Trail Numbers
Area shown on both
map segments
01
FOR INFORMATION: District Ranger, Winona Ranger District, 1039 Hwy. 10 North, Perryville, AR 72126;
PHONE: (501) 889-5176 (45 miles west of Little Rock, 50 miles north of Hot Springs).
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAP: Paron
• LOCATION: Take Highway 9 to Forest Road 132, west 4 miles to Forest Road 179, south 300 feet, or Highway 9 to
Weyerhaeuser Road 28970, west to Forest Road Y35P, or Highway 7 to Forest Road 132, east 25 miles to Forest Road
179, south 300 feet.
• LENGTH: 9.6 miles; 2 loops; TIME: 3-8 hours; DIFFICULTY: Varies by section of trail. Easiest - Most Difficult.
• DESCRIPTION: Wildcat Mountain Trail challenges even the most experienced rider. Traveling a series of old
abandoned logging roads dating back to the 1930s, the trail offers a wide variety of conditions. Riders will enjoy the
excitement of steep, rocky terrain and sweeping, grassy stretches opening up panoramic views of the Ouachita
Mountains. A short rock scramble to Bobcat Point will reveal a spectacular view of Wildcat Mountain. Sections of
the trail wind back and forth across narrow rocky creeks. Experience nature’s reclaiming powers as you pick your
way through young pine trees that have sprouted in the old roadbed. Plan a day here and you will not be disappointed. The trail is open year round, but is exceptionally pleasant during fall and spring.
Travel time is 3 to 8 hours across unsurfaced trail of various grades. Trail markings include orange rectangles.
• SITE AMENITIES: There is a small parking area at the trailhead on Forest Road 179.
• CAMPING: Open camping is allowed in the National Forest. Please make every effort to practice “Leave No Trace”
camping techniques. Camp, picnic, hike, swim and fish at Lake Sylvia Recreation Area. Lake Winona also has
fishing, hiking and picnic areas (no camping).
• LODGING: Lodging is available in Little Rock and Hot Springs.
• SPECIAL NOTE: These trails are usually closed during modern gun deer season which generally run through the
end of November. Please contact the trail manager for dates and current regulations. A new trail map will be
available soon. Check with the ranger district.
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02
N18D
Hawk’s
Overlook
05
03C
06A
1464
To 375 &
31 Intersection
06
Three Oak Gap
Two-Foot
Oak
05
02
N
95
38
25
25
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Wolf Pen Gap Trails (Multi-Use)
38
To Shady Lake, 8 mi.
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Recreation Areas and Queen Wilhelmina State Park. Little Missouri Falls Day Use Area is also nearby.
• LODGING: Lodging facilities are available in the nearby communities of Mena and Glenwood.
• SPECIAL NOTE: These trails are usually closed during modern gun deer season which generally run through the
end of November. Please contact the trail manager for dates and current regulations.
(One mile east of Mt. Ida on U.S. 270); PHONE: (870) 867-2101. Oden Visitor Information and Ranger
Station; P.O. Box 332, Oden, AR 71949 (One mile west of Oden on Hwy. 88 North); PHONE: (870) 326-4322
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Story; Oden; Mt. Ida; Reed Mountain
• LOCATION: The Womble Trail has four trailhead parking areas: Round Top Trail on Forest Road D75A; Highway
27, south of the bridge crossing Lake Ouachita; North Fork Lake; and the Highway 298 trail intersection.
The trail is also accessible from three float camps along the south shore of the Ouachita River: Rocky Shoals;
Fulton Branch; and River Bluff, and from adjacent forest roads. These float camps offer fire rings, picnic tables and
vault toilets at no charge.
• LENGTH: 37.8 miles; TIME: 2-4 days; DIFFICULTY: More difficult
• DESCRIPTION: The Womble Trail stretches over more than 37 miles, reaching from North Fork Lake to the Ouachita
National Recreation Trail. It is considered one of the best single-track trails in the area, with short segments
providing breathtaking views along the bluffs of the Ouachita River.
Travel time one way requires from two to four days. The trail is unsurfaced and marked with white triangles.
• SITE AMENITIES: Fire rings, picnic tables and vault toilets at the float camps
• CAMPING: Rocky Shoals, Fulton Branch and River Bluff Float Camps
• SPECIAL NOTE: Carry plenty of water and treat water from springs, streams and lake before drinking. To avoid
injury, use extreme caution in the areas where the trail approaches bluffs along the river. The Ouachita National
Recreation Trail, Round Top Trail and the trail north of Forest Road D75A are closed to mountain bikes (hiking only).
Womble Trail (E-3)
FOR INFORMATION: Womble Visitor Information and Ranger Station, 1523 U.S. 270 East, Mt. Ida, AR 71957
WOMBLE TRAIL
68
To Mena
88
Ri
1.3 mi.
Parking
Ranger Station
Recreation Area
Womble Trail
Ouachita Trail
Unpaved Road
Paved Road
270 U.S. Highway
88 State Highway
63 County Road
Oden
Ranger
Station
W74
ver
North
Fork
Lake
Ouachita
N.
Fo
92
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S
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17
37
270
Pencil Bluff
172
2.7 mi.
Ou
903
Oden
379
3.4 mi.
785
270
Service Road
887 Forest
achit a
922
88
5.0 mi.
Ri ver
Rocky Shoals
37
73
Sims
298
1.9 mi.
66
379
88
Sout
Fulton
Branch
270
2.2 mi.
h
37
rk
27
Fo
To
Glenwood
Dragover
63
Mt. Ida
Ou ac
4.0 mi.
River
Bluff
138
hi
Womble
Ranger
Station
61
59
Gibbs
59
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37
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5.3 mi.
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88
887
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27
4.2 mi.
231
D75A
4.4 mi.
To
Hot
Springs
Washita
27
608
Story
Lake Ouachita
Lake Ouachita
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Eight Womble Trail (Multi-Use)
To Danville
Womble Trail
N
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Bulletin boards with trail registration boxes are located at many trail access points. For monitoring purposes,
please sign the registration form only at the point of access.
The Yellow Trail provides easy riding terrain along 11.9 miles of existing forest roads and old logging roads. This
is marked with yellow sign posts and yellow circles on trees. Mt. Magazine Camp offers group camping and dayuse parking. No fee is charged for this area.
The Orange Trail covers 22.4 miles of easy to more difficult terrain. This trail is marked with orange sign posts
and orange diamonds attached to trees. For beginners, the 8.6 mile loop covering easier terrain is recommended.
Group camping and day-use parking are provided at two undeveloped camp locations, Sorghum Hollow Camp and
Huckleberry Mountain Camp.
• SITE AMENITIES: Sorghum Hollow Camp has 15 developed camp sites, a pond for watering horses, a vault toilet,
and day-use parking (no electric hookups). Day-use parking and primitive camping is also available at two undeveloped camp locations, Old Walnut Tree Camp and Huckleberry Camp.
• CAMPING: Listed in description
• SPECIAL NOTE: Horse riders are required to remove all hay and manure from designated day-use parking areas
and camp sites. High water levels make for dangerous crossings along Shoal Creek. The crossings are easily
HUCKLEBERRY MOUNTAIN HORSE TRAILS
To Midway
Huckleberry Mountain Horse Trails (D-3)
Sorghum Hollow
1614
Huckleberry
Camp
Bluff Hole
O
RT
C
U
T
1604
Huckleberry Mountain
To Hwy. 309,
2 mi.
N
1613
To Paris,
14 mi.
ine
Powerl
Mt. Magazine
(east end)
0
0.5 mile
1 mile
1690
Paris, 14 mi.
Spring Lake, 2 mi.
o
a
l
309
h
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Scranton; New Blaine; Chickalah Mountain West
• LOCATION: Yellow Trails/Apple Loop: accessed from several locations with the most used being Mt. Magazine
Camp located just off Scenic Byway 309 on Forest Road 1638. From this camp, the trail heads east down to and across
Scenic Byway 309.
Orange Trail/Huckleberry Mountain Loop: accessed from Sorghum Hollow Camp on Forest Road 1614. From
Highway 22,just east of Midway, follow gravel Forest Road 1614 (Sorghum Hollow Road) 4.7 miles. Turn right on
Forest Road 1604, 0.2 miles past Shoal Creek low-water bridge.This camp provides developed camp sites and day
use parking. Pond for horse watering and central vault toilet. A fee is charged for this area. Huckleberry Mountain
Camp is located at the end of Forest Road 1613. From Highway 22, turn south of Paris on Highway 309. Continue
approximately 11 miles to Forest Road 1601. Turn left and travel 8 miles to Forest Road 1613. Turn left and continue
3.5 miles to the camp location. This is a primitive camp site with a pond for watering horses. No fee is charged for
this area.
• LENGTH: 35 miles; TIME: 10-20 hours; DIFFICULTY: Easy - More Difficult
• DESCRIPTION: The trail consists of two main loops which offer 35 miles of the most scenic horseback riding, hiking,
and mountain bicycle riding opportunities in the Ozark National Forest. Deep winding valleys framed by rugged
mountain bluffs give way to clear mountain streams.
The 22.4 mile Orange Trail contains an 9.5 mile loop for those seeking a shorter trail. The Yellow Trail provides
an 11.9 mile continuous loop. Each trail crosses several gravel roads, allowing you to plan trips from one-half mile
to 35 miles. Portions of the trail are located along old logging roads and open forest roads.
The trail system meanders through numerous creeks and alongside several ponds, which provide water for
horses. Pond locations not adjacent to the trail are designated by signs and blue horseshoes on trees.
377
1201
1614
Sorghum
Hollow Camp
SH
The Ozark National Forest offers the trail user a great variety of Multi-use trails scattered all over the forest.
With new trails being developed to accommodate the increase in interest in non-traditional trail use, the
forest is making efforts to expand it’s recreational opportunities. WEBSITE: www. fs.fed.us/oonf/ozark
Primitive Camping
Water Hole
Creek
Powerline
Orange Trail
Orange Trail (more difficult)
White Trail
White Trail (more difficult)
Paved Road
Unpaved Road
State Highway
Forest Service Road
Creek
OZARK/ST. FRANCIS NATIONAL FORESTS
REGION: Ozark Mountains (Ozark National Forest)
FOR INFORMATION: District Ranger, Magazine Ranger District, P.O. Box 511, 3001 East Walnut, Paris, AR
72855; PHONE: (479) 963-3076
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S
Mountain View Area, Ozark National Forest
Mt. Magazine
Camp
Orange Trail (complete)
Trail distance: 28.6 miles
Orange Trail (shorter loop)
1607
309
White Trail
To Havana
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Huckleberry Mountain Horse Trails (Multi-Use)
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negotiable at normal water levels. Stay posted on weather forecasts so you will know what to expect when crossing
creeks. Exercise caution when riding on open forest roads. Organized rides of 75 or more participants will require
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a special use permit. From April to May a portion of the Orange Trail is closed for turkey hunting and nesting/
hatching season. Contact the district office for specific dates and location.
Mill Creek ATV Trail (B-1)
MILL CREEK ATV TRAIL
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: St. Paul; Cass
• LOCATION: From Fayetteville take Highway 16 east to Combs. Turn south on Madison County Road 4275 (Forest
Service (FS) Road 1007) for 4 miles; turn left on Franklin County Mill Creek (FS Road 1509) 1/2 mile to the trailhead.
IL
L
CR
Allard Mountain
EE
K
To Combs
FOR INFORMATION: Boston Mountain Ranger District, P.O. Box 76, 1803 North 18th St., Ozark, AR 72949;
PHONE: (479) 667-2191; TTY: (479) 667-1931
M
MOCCASIN GAP HORSE TRAIL
02
MADIS ON
COUN TY
Bu
79
rre
ll M
ou
nt
ain
FRAN KLIN
COUN TY
0.7
Store
Fuel
Showers
Horse Camp
Pond
Waterfall
High Mountain Loop
Black Oak Ridge Loop
Stave Mill Falls Loop
Gap Hollow Loop
Unpaved Road
Paved Highway
Water
Trail Mileage
1.8
3.1
0.6
0.3
3.3
0.7
Mitchell Point
Cre e k
Moccasin
0.6
2.4
0.3
To Russellville,
23 mi.
7.4
High Mountain Loop
Moccasin Hollow
N
0.5
1.7
0.1
1509
3.5
0.6
0.5
Black Oak Ridge
Loop
Stave Mill Falls Loop
R A GTOWN R OA D
1.2
0.7
0
15
Trailhead
Creek
Main Trail (26.2 miles)
Burrell Mountain Loop
Shortcuts
Warm-up Loop
1201 Forest Service Road
79 County Road
Gravel Road
Dirt Road
Privately-owned Land
6
N
To
Cass
0
1/2
1 mile
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Mill Creek ATV Trail (Multi-Use)
0.6
0.5
0.3
Mack’s Pines
0.8
3.5
0.3
2.0
0.8
0.2
7
0.6
0.8
1.3
Mileage within a loop indicates the
distance of the perimeter of that
loop. Mileage along the trail indicates
the distance between junctions. All
mileages are approximate.
0.8
1.3
2.8
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Moccasin Gap Horse Trail (Multi-Use)
Moccasin Gap
Gap
Hollow
Loop
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From Ozark take Highway 23 north to Cass. Take FS Road 1520 west 8 miles to Mill Creek Road (FS) Road 1509,
then north 4 miles to the trailhead.
• LENGTH: 27 miles of main trail marked in blue; 15 miles of interior loops and shortcut trails; TIME: 5-10 hours;
DIFFICULTY: Varies; Easy - Most Difficult.
• DESCRIPTION: This trail takes the rider through remote areas of the Ozark National Forest and features spectacular
mountainous terrain, scenic views, lush upland hardwood forests, unique rock outcroppings, and clear mountain
streams. Main trail and inside loops are connected to accommodate riders who want to vary the length of their trips.
• SITE AMENITIES: Vault toilet at the trailhead on FS Road 1509. The graveled trailhead parking area contains a
loading ramp and information board.
• CAMPING: Campsites are available at the nearby White Rock Mountain Recreation Area. Cabins, a lodge, and a
picnic area are also located at White Rock. For information call 501-369-4128. Campgrounds are also at the Shores
Lake Recreation Area, along with an 82-acre lake, swimming, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. A campground, as well
as a store and canoe rental, are also available on the nearby Mulberry Wild and Scenic River. Information on the
Mulberry is available at 501-667-2191.
• SPECIAL NOTE: Also open to horses and mountain bikes. Beware of stream crossings after heavy rains. Watch
for other ATVs, horses, and mountain bikes. Private property borders the trail in various places. Please respect the
owners by not trespassing. Remember to bring drinking water—it is not furnished at the trailhead. Please pack
up and bring out all of your litter.
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available at Mack’s Pines, located east of Highway 7.
Sylamore Horse Trail (B-5; B-6)
FOR INFORMATION: U.S. Forest Service, District Ranger, Sylamore Ranger District, P.O. Box 1279, Mountain
View, AR 72560; PHONE: (870) 269-3228
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Boswell; Fifty-Six; Calico Rock; Norfork; Norfork Dam South; Big Flat; Onia; Buffalo City
SYLAMORE HORSE TRAIL (Hidden Spring—Sandy Flat Section)
1112
1101
Moccasin Gap Horse Trail (C-4)
FOR INFORMATION: District Ranger, Bayou Ranger District, 1200 SR 27, Hector, AR 72843; PHONE: (479)
284-3150
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAPS: Simpson; Treat
• LOCATION: There is easy access from Highway 7 to the horse camp at Moccasin Gap on an improved gravel road.
• LENGTH: 28 miles; outside perimeter 20 miles; TIME: Varies; DIFFICULTY: Varies by section of trail. Easiest - Most
Difficult (Please refer to map).
• DESCRIPTION: Moccasin Gap Horse Trail consists of four major loops with many inner loops. The trail that is on
existing Forest Service roads is currently open to horses, motorized vehicles and mountain bicycles, so watch out
for other users. Some newly constructed parts of the trail are suitable only for horses.
1. Stave Mill Falls Loop begins at the horse camp and meanders along Moccasin Creek past several beautiful
waterfalls. It is very scenic when the water is high. This is a good ride for even inexperienced riders. Stave Mill Falls
connects directly to Gap Hollow Loop and to Black Oak Ridge Loop.
2. Black Oak Ridge Loop is one large loop connecting with Stave Mill Falls Loop and High Mountain Loop. Much
of this loop is new trail that travels along the ridge above Moccasin Hollow and provides a beautiful view, especially
when the leaves have fallen. Approximately half of this trail is for horse use only. There is easy access to Mack’s
Pines from the south end of this trail if you need to pick up supplies. (Use caution when crossing Highway 7.)
3. High Mountain Loop is actually a series of loops which can be ridden in many combinations. It is the farthest
from camp and the longest. The outermost loop of High Mountain trail, north of its intersection with Gap Hollow
trail, crosses Moccasin Creck twice and then follows it for some distance. The scenery is spectacular and includes
waterfalls and overlooks. However, the trail in this section is rocky and very steep for about two miles and is not
recommended for novice riders and/or horses. Much of the remainder of High Mountain Loop is on old logging roads
and is easily negotiated by all riders.
4. Gap Hollow Loop leaves from the horse camp. It is a combination of timber roads and new trail. The northern
trail was constructed for the use of horses only. It offers some secluded, rustic riding. Gap Hollow Loop is a more
challenging trail than Stave Mill Falls, yet is easy enough for any rider to enjoy. It is the closest access to High
Mountain Loop from the horse camp.
Trails are marked in both directions with color-coded horseshoe-shaped marks on the trees. Connector trails are
marked in the color towards which you are riding. For example, the trail connecting Gap Hollow Loop and High
Mountain Loop is marked blue if you are headed east and yellow if you are traveling west. In addition to marking
on the trees, many junctions are marked with brown posts indicating the direction of the trail with colored arrows.
• SITE AMENITIES: There are several graveled parking spurs at the camp available on a “first-come” basis. Each spur
is provided with a tether post and a fire ring for cooking. There are toilets, trash receptacles and a well to provide
drinking water for horses. (The water has not been tested for human consumption.) Groceries, gas and showers are
1102
1113
Area also shown on
McGowan—East map
1119
1140
1138
N
1119
5
1139
McGowan Loop
1119
Hidden Spring Loop
Sandy Flat Loop
White River Loop
To Calico Rock
To
Mountain
View
5
TOTAL: 89.3 miles
NOTE: Mileage is calculated
starting at trailhead and
following signs back to
trailhead.
65
377
1201
Trailhead
Water Hole
McGowan Loop
Hidden Spring Loop
Sandy Flat Loop
White River Loop
Trail on Paved Road
Unpaved Road
Paved Highway
U.S. Highway
State Highway
Forest Service Road
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Sylamore Horse Trail; Hidden Spring—Sandy Flat Section (Multi-Use)
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• LOCATION: The Sylamore Horse Trail is located in the Ozark National Forest, just north of Mountain View.
• LENGTH: 89.3 miles; TIME: 20-30 hours; DIFFICULTY: Easy - Most Difficult.
• DESCRIPTION: The Sylamore Horse Trail consists of four loops totaling 89.3 miles of the most diverse and scenic
horseback riding opportunities anywhere in the Ozarks. The mountainous bluffs tower over deep hollows carved
by the fresh, clear mountain creeks.
MCGOWAN & HIDDEN SPRING SECTIONS: All loops are marked with letters on Carsonite posts. They start and
finish at the trailhead where parking, hitch rails and a wheelchair-accessible horse ramp are provided. At the
trailhead is a bulletin board with a map of all the loops, trail and camping information, rules and other useful
SYLAMORE HORSE TRAIL (McGowan—Eastern Section)
McGowan Loop
Hidden Spring Loop
Sandy Flat Loop
White River Loop
TOTAL: 89.3 miles
NOTE: Mileage is calculated starting at trailhead
and following signs back
to trailhead.
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information. From this point the four loops—all diverse in terrain and scenery—will take you across streams, ridges,
and along the White River. Portions of the trail are located on old logging roads; others are cut along wild mountain
streams. All of the trail loops, except the Sandy Flat section (Loop B) traverse private property.
The trail system offers several sources for watering horses; these include ponds, streams and mountain springs.
All watering holes are designated with mileage distance from the main trail on Carsonite posts.
The McGowan Loop covers a total of 29.9 miles. Its trail markings read “Sylamore Horse Trail Loop D.” On a horse
in average condition, this section is a one to two day trip. Loop D follows old roads and passes along McGowan Ridge,
from which the trail gets its name. It gives the rider a distant view of the state of Missouri, some 25 miles to the north.
Scenic vistas characterize this loop.
The Hidden Spring Loop covers a total of 10.1 miles. Marked “Sylamore Horse Trail Loop A,” it is the shortest
loop, offering easy terrain, except for four miles of moderate terrain. Hidden Spring is named for one of many springs
located along the trail. One watering hole offers a hitching post where the rider can take a short walk up a small
SYLAMORE HORSE TRAIL (McGowan—Western Section)
Trailhead
Water Hole
McGowan Loop
Hidden Spring Loop
Trail on Paved Road
Unpaved Road
Paved Highway
65 U.S. Highway
377 State Highway
91024A
1108
1100
Area shown on both
McGowan map segments
1108
1100
N
To
Ark. 14
McGowan Loop
1101
Hidden Spring Loop
1112
Sandy Flat Loop
Barkshed
Campground
& Picnic
Area
White River Loop
Area shown on both
McGowan map segments
TOTAL: 89.3 miles
1108
starting at trailhead and following signs back to trailhead.
Trailhead
Water Hole
McGowan Loop
Trail on Paved Road
Unpaved Road
Paved Highway
65 U.S. Highway
377 State Highway
1101
1101
N
1112
1113
1102
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Sylamore Horse Trail; McGowan—Eastern Section (Multi-Use)
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Sylamore Horse Trail; McGowan—Weastern Section (Multi-Use)
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Sylamore Horse Trail; Sandy Flat—White River Section (Multi-Use)
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creek to a beautiful waterfall.
SANDY FLAT & WHITE RIVER SECTIONS: The Sandy Flat Loop covers 13.9 miles. Marked “Sylamore Horse Trail
Loop B,” this section has the easiest terrain and is recommended for beginners. Traveling old roads, it takes the rider
up and down hollows around the Sylamore Experimental Forest. Following good dirt roads, this loop affords access
to the beauty of Ozark hollows and forested settings. Sandy Flat Loop is named for one of the roads it follows.
The White River Loop covers 35.4 miles. It is marked “Sylamore Horse Trail Loop C.” The longest section of the
trail, it can be a two day ride if not taken on a conditioned horse. The White River section crosses creeks and ridges
with scenic vistas and climbs forested spring hollows. It circles a large pond, passes lush, green pastures and
SYLAMORE HORSE TRAIL (Sandy Flat—White River Section)
1119
Index Marker for Map (NO PRINT): Bear Creek Cycle Trail (Multi-Use)
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parallels the White River, from which this loop takes its name.
• SITE AMENITIES: Hitching rails are available at the trailhead. A handicapped accessible off-loading area is also
provided. A pond is located 0.2 miles from the trailhead. No drinking water or toilet facilities are available.
• CAMPING: Camping is permitted along the Sylamore Horse Trail but is subject to general forest regulations. When
camping along the trail riders are required to scatter hay and manure in the forest.
• LODGING: Available in Mountain Home, Mountain View and at the Ozark Folk Center
• SPECIAL NOTE: Most of the horse trail is located on maintained forest roads—watch for vehicles. Hiking and
mountain bicycles are permitted. Motorized vehicles are prohibited on closed logging and forest roads. Portions
of the trail cross private land; please respect landowner rights. Horse riders are required to remove all hay and
manure from designated day-use parking areas. Check wildlife management area hunting seasons and use
caution, particuarly during deer and turkey seasons. Riders should be aware that high water levels in some creeks
make for dangerous crossings.
BEAR CREEK CYCLE TRAIL
Hot Springs
41 mi.
Bea
r
1139
To Calico Rock
N
Sch
ool
Cree
Cree k
70
Kirby
k
5
70
1119
Da
i sy
Cre e
Kirby
Landing
k
Bear Creek
Pon
Daisy
State
Park
Area also shown
on Hidden Spring—
Sandy Flat section
McGowan Loop
65
377
Hidden Spring Loop
1201
LAKE GREESON
N
Roug
Pi
ne
yC
re
ek
W
starting at trailhead and
following signs back to
trailhead.
HI
TE
V
RI
ER
h
ek
27
l Creek
Rock
House
65
TOTAL: 89.3 miles
an c
Laur e
Sandy Flat Loop
White River Loop
h Br
C re
TOTAL TRAIL MILEAGE: 31 miles
Daisy State Park to
Kirby Landing: 9.0 miles
Kirby Landing to
Bear Creek: 4.3 miles
Bear Creek to
Laurel Creek: 17.7 miles
5
Trailhead
Water Hole
Sandy Flat Loop
White River Loop
Trail on Paved Road
Unpaved Road
Paved Highway
U.S. Highway
State Highway
Forest Service Road
der
27
2000'
Trail
Trail Access
Unpaved Road
Paved Highway
Water
Point of Interest
U.S. Highway
State Highway
0
2000'
4000'
Ske
Chimney
Rock
lton
Creek
Pip
eli
ne
To
Mountain
View
Daisy
Laurel
Creek
Cowhide Cove
Cowhide
Creek
84
Bear Creek Cycle Trail
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Multi-use Trails
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers operates recreation areas throughout the state mostly on large bodies
of water. Several of the trails on Corps managed land are open for multi-use. The Bear Creek Cycle Trail
listed below is just one example of the type of trails the Corps has to offer.
Bear Creek Cycle Trail (F-2; F-3)
REGION: Ouachita Mountains
FOR INFORMATION: Resource Manager, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Route 1, Highway 19 North, Murfreesboro,
AR 71958; PHONE: (870) 285-2151
• USGS QUADRANGLE MAP: Narrows Dam
• LOCATION: Trailheads are located at Daisy State Park, Kirby Landing, Bear Creek, and Laurel Creek.
• LENGTH: 31 miles; TIME: 10-20 hours; DIFFICULTY: Varies; Easy - Most Difficult.
• DESCRIPTION: The terrain consists of rocky hills with beautiful pine forests and colorful hardwood-covered creek
bottoms along the shore of Lake Greeson. Total trail length is 31 miles with four major access points: Laurel Creek,
Bear Creek, Kirby Landing and Daisy State Park. The Bear Creek Cycle Trail is open to the public all year.
• SITE AMENITIES: There are camping and restrooms at all four locations, with the addition of showers and electricity
at Kirby Landing and Daisy State Park.
• LODGING: Cabins are available near Daisy State Park. Lodging is available in Arkadelphia and Hot Springs.
• SPECIAL NOTE: Be alert for oncoming traffic. Always wear a helmet. Always stay on a marked trail. An effective
muffler is required.

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