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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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Devil's Den Self-Guided Trail (National Recreation Trail)

The Ozarks
The Devil's Den Trail has it all, gravity flow springs, peculiar erosional remnants of sandstone strata, wet weather waterfalls, and lush Ozark plant and animal life. This rocky trail is a perfect example of the rugged Boston Mountain terrain.

Devil's Racetrack Trail

The Ozarks
This trail travels almost the length of the park from the southernmost area to eventually link up with the Historic Fossil Flats Trail . The trail follows bluff lines taking riders and hikers under and behind waterfalls, through beautiful rock...

Diamond Run/Side Trip To Washington State Park

The Ouachitas
An entertaining journey through history and the diamond lakes region

Dogwood Lane Trail

The Delta
Dogwood Lane Trail is approximately ½ mile-long trail with a 1/8 mile spur that leads to the visitor center. Lake Frierson State Park has more dogwoods than any other state park its size and burst into a wild array of dogwood blossoms in the spring.

Dogwood Nature Trail

The Ozarks
The Dogwood Nature Trail is named for the many flowering dogwood trees that make it especially colorful in the springtime. This trail winds through the forested hillside and across several benches and ridges, and by some springs and seepages which...

Dogwood Trail

The Ouachitas
Perfect for a casual walk through the Ouachita National Forest, this trail highlights unique wildlife found throughout the region by interpretive signs.

Dollar-A-Day

The Ozarks
Loops off Fossil Flats and meets back up at the northern Lee Creek crossing. This singletrack experience connects with Fossil Flats and opens up options for a western side ride.

Dynamite

Central
Drops and jumps, flow, tight rocky sections, and big views, this trail has it all. You won't believe this is so close to downtown Little Rock. Accessible from the Jackfork Trail.

Earthquake Ridge

The Ouachitas
One of the older trails in the state, Earthquake Ridge offers riders easy rolling hills, steep climbs and rocky terrain.

East Quarry Trail

Central
This trail is a 1/2 mile spur from the midpoint of the Rocky Valley Trail. It leads to the eastern portion of the park and climbs a steep hillside to another quarry area which offers a rock-lined overlook with dramatic vistas of Pinnacle Mountain and...

East Summit Trail

Central
The trailhead is in the southeast corner of the East Summit Parking Lot on Pinnacle Valley Road. Walk about 10 yards down the trail to the junction, take the right fork and follow the RED and WHITE blazes. This is the more rugged 3/4-mile ascent to...

El Dorado to Magnolia

The Ouachitas
This 77 miles loop takes you from the city of El Dorado to Magnolia and back again.

Enders Fault

The Ozarks
This piece of heaven was built specifically for mountain biking with two distinct sections.

Enders Fault Mountain Bike Trail

Central
The trailhead is at the gravel parking lot on Historic Springfield Road past the park campground. The entrance starts on the east side of the parking lot next to the bike fix-it station. Ride the trail into the woods past the hiking trail (no bikes...

Eureka Springs Art & Heritage Tour

The Timberlands
A tight loop with Historic towns, fantastic scenery, and world-class art