Park/Rec Area: Caney Creek Wilderness Area
Region: Ouachitas
Length: 4.6 miles
Time: 1/2 day to overnight
Difficulty: Moderate
Brochure: Free downloadable topo map available
Location: Caney Creek Wilderness Area; 15 miles south of Mena on U.S. 59 and 71, then 17 miles east on Hwy. 246, then 9 miles north on Forest Road 38. Eastern trailhead: Forest Road 38, approximately 1 mile north of the Caney Creek trailhead.
Description: The Buckeye Mountain Trail is a short spur trail which connects with the Caney Creek Trail at its midpoint. It is primarily a ridgetop trail through the Caney Creek Wilderness area which offers magnificent views into the Caney Creek watershed. The Buckeye Trail, combined with the Caney Creek Trail, can provide a good day-long loop hike or a versatile overnight hike.
For Information: Mena Ranger District, 1603 U.S. 71 North, Mena, AR, 71953, (479) 394-2382
www.fs.fed.us/oonf/ouachita.htm
