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Hike and Bike Your Way Through Arkansas Trails

From mountain ridges to river bends, find your perfect path through The Natural State. Explore hundreds of miles of trails made for hiking and biking across scenic Arkansas.

Arkansas’ state parks are home to some of the most beautiful and diverse trails in the country. From the scenic vistas of the Ozark Mountains to the banks of the Mississippi River, you’ll find paths for every pace and passion. Explore scenic day hikes, rugged mountain biking routes, peaceful water trails for paddling and accessible paths designed for all visitors.

Plan your adventure by park, region or difficulty to find an experience tailored to your preferences. Trails vary from easy walks to challenging backcountry routes, with maps, mileage and hiking times available for each. Arkansas’ world-class Monument Trails at Hobbs, Pinnacle Mountain, Mount Nebo and Devil’s Den state parks showcase innovative design and breathtaking terrain, offering unforgettable experiences for bikers and hikers alike. Whether you’re exploring for an hour or a weekend, every trail leads to something extraordinary.

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North Rim Trail

River Valley
Starting just west of the visitor center, this trail follows the north rim of the mountain to Cameron Bluff Overlook Drive. It leads through hardwood forests, scrub oaks, and cedar glades across several tumbling creeks. Windswept bluffs overlook a...

Oakridge Mountain Bike Trail

The Ozarks
Constructed by the Bull Shoals-Lakeview Rotary Club, this multi-use trail offers both hikers and mountain bikers access to remote areas of the park. The trail traverses the oak-hickory upland forest for a unique walking or riding experience. Along...

Old Road Trail

The Ozarks
This trail is named after Highway 170, the original road that the CCC built. This trail follows old Hwy. 170 as it makes its way around the park. The Yellow Rock Trail intersects this trail and gives riders a chance to hitch their horse and see the...

Orville

The Ozarks
An advanced downhill line offering the best of modern trail building. Rock gardens flow into natural drops and raw lines mixed with built, flow turns. B lines available. One-way, bike-only, challenging technical downhill.

Ouachita National Hiking Trail (National Recreation Trail)

The Ouachitas
The OT is an east-west corridor which extends from Pinnacle Mountain State Park near Little Rock to Talimena State Park near Talihina, Oklahoma. This mountain trail offers the hiker a wide range of opportunities from scenic vistas, upland hardwood...

Ox Pull Trail

River Valley
** An Arkansas State Parks Monument Trail** This climb starts as the base of Mt Nebo. You'll work your way up to the Bench, the highest road developed in the early 1800s. It is a strenuous climb from about 650ft to 1450ft. Put it in an easy gear and...

Ozark Highlands Trail - Western Terminus (National Recreation Trail)

The Ozarks
The western terminus of the Ozark Highlands Trail begins behind the visitor center at Lake Fort Smith State Park. The park manages the first three miles in the park with the Ozark Highlands Trail Association managing the rest of the trail system...

Ozark National Forest Ride (Dual-Sport)

The Ozarks
Scenery abounds along this rugged ride through the majestic Ozarks.

Ozark Plateau Trail

The Ozarks
This easy trail begins at the Visitor Center, on the east side. Parking is on the west side of the building. It is wheelchair accessible and meets ADA requirements. The trail has two different loops; an inner concrete surfaced quarter mile section...

Petit Jean Mountain

The Ouachitas
Petit Jean Mountain is a must for the iconic state park at the top.

Petit Jean Mountain Climb

Capital
Take a trip around the heart of the Ouachita Mountains on this picturesque route.

Pigeon Roost Trail

The Ozarks
The trailhead parking lot is located on the north side of State 12, about 7/10 mile east of War Eagle Road (Benton County 98). There is a restroom that can be seen at the trail head. Park vehicles straight ahead off the highway, to the left of the...

Poison Springs Nature Trail

The Timberlands
A walk on this gentle trail offers you the opportunity to reflect on the interconnectedness of nature and history. This 1/3-mile trail leads to the spring for which the Battle of Poison Spring was named. You will notice a significant amount of sand...

Prospector Trail

The Ouachitas
This easily traversed graveled trail offers visitors a first-hand view of the park's unique geological features. Rock outcroppings along the west side of the trail are uncommon for this geographical area. An entry fee to the diamond search area is...

Reservoir Trail

The Ouachitas
This trail begins south of the lodge at the stairs, and continues 1/3 of a mile down the hill to a stone reservoir. The reservoir was part of the water system for the 1898 hotel. Just up the hill from the reservoir is an excellent spring that was...