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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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Bear Creek Lake Nature Trail

The Delta
A one-mile loop provides close access to the unique flora and fauna of Crowleyäó»s Ridge. This kid-friendly trail winds through groves of large native trees, many which are identified. A great way to explore the forest regardless of the season.

Bear Hollow Trail

River Valley
Follows the upper rim of Bear Hollow from the Benefield Picnic Area to the northern trailhead at Ark. 309 just below the horse camp. Points of interest include WPA steps, Sunrise Rock, Inspiration Point, Bear Head Bluff, and Shoal Creek. Some of the...

Beech Ridge Trail

The Timberlands
Beginning among bottomland hardwoods, this loop trail climbs to a Loblolly pine forest. Along the trail, beech and hickory predominate. Transition of forest and ecosystem types is the theme of this scenic trail.

Ben Geren

The Ozarks
With more than 20 miles of old-style singletrack, Ben Green MTB Trail offers paths that challenge all skill levels.

Bench Trail

River Valley
Begins at the overlook shelter visible in the drive up the mountain to the park. There is a narrow shelf called a bench that encircles the entire mountain. In the early 1900s, this bench featured a road. Today the bench is a trail route through a...

Benefield Loop Trails

River Valley
Consists of two loops using the Benefield Picnic Area as a center point. History, wildflowers, additional Arkansas plant life, and scenic beauty are prominent features along these easily walked loops. In the 1880s Benjamin Benefield homesteaded 160...

Big Ben Nature Trail

The Delta
A self-guided booklet mapping the trail and this unique area of Crowley's Ridge is available at the visitor center. The trail begins near the visitor center and loops back to its beginning.

Big Bluff Trail

The Ozarks
The first part of this loop trail is a level walk over the remains of the railroad tram built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to bring in steel and lumber from Cotter to construct Bull Shoals Dam. Once the trail crosses the paved road, it goes up...

Black River Trail

The Ozarks
Take a stroll along the banks of the Black River and walk into history with a look at the Philips/Reeves Cemetery. The trailhead, found in the histories town site, runs along the high bank of the Black River through the surrounding forest. It crosses...

Blowing Springs/Back 40

The Ozarks
Blowing Springs lies in the southern part of Bella Vista.

Bluebird Trail

The Ozarks
Not a traditional trail, this collection of bluebird houses through the campground is a flurry of activity each spring and summer as the eastern bluebirds use these homes to raise their young. Hikers can walk along a grassy lawn to observe the...

Bobcat Way

Central

Boston Mountain Trail

The Ozarks
This multi-use trail offers a diverse mix of easy to difficult sections to challenge the mountain biker, while offering secluded forest experiences for the day hiker. The trail begins across the road from the park's Visitor Center and winds around...

Boyle Park

Central
Boyle Park in Little Rock was one of the original parks built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, and many of the original structures are still present today.

Brushy Creek Nature Trail

The Ouachitas
This trail begins in the parking lot of the Brushy Creek Recreational Area off of Hwy. 246, 8 miles east of Vandervoort, AR. The trail follows along a ridge top that overlooks the confluence of Brushy Creek and the Cossatot River. The trail also...