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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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Green Heron Trail

The Ouachitas
For the bird watcher, this trail offers some of the best viewing opportunities in the park. The wildlife viewing station along the trail offers an excellent vantage point for spotting eagles and waterfowl. The trail begins at the Visitor Center.

Greenfield Trail

River Valley
The area now occupied by the Greenfield Picnic Area and the visitor center was a family farm before the Great Depression. The Greenfield Trail starts in the picnic area, crosses the highway and the headwaters of Big Shoal Creek, and meets the...

Greers Ferry Loop to Pinnacle Mountain

Central
A pleasant run through gorgeous pastoral scenery in the Ouachita foothills.

Growl and Lasso-Bear Creek Growl

The Ozarks
Double the beautiful scenery and sweeping curves, double the fun

Growl and Lasso-Leslie Lasso

The Ozarks
On the map, “Leslie Lasso” looks just like a cowboy’s twirling lasso.

Hamburg Haul

The Timberlands
Wind through vast southern forests on lazy, sweeping curves.

Harper's Loop

The Ozarks
A classic Little Rock group ride is Harper's Loop, an easy out-and-back that breezes by some of the state's finest farmland.

Harris Creek Trail

The Ouachitas
The Harris Creek Trail is located off of Hwy. 278, approximately 9 miles east of Wickes, AR. This trail features easy to moderately difficult walking that passes through six different habitats that range from a dry open shale pit to a mature...

Harrison to Eureka Springs Back Roads Run

The Ouachitas
Some of the best riding in the Ozarks with drop-dead gorgeous landscapes

Hayes Creek Run

River Valley
** An Arkansas State Parks Monument Trail** This two-plus-mile descent starts at the Chickalah, Ox Pull, HCR hub. The turns are steep and you'll gain speed as you roll around them. There are some unavoidable rock gardens to conquer and several...

Heritage and Habitat Trail

The Ozarks
The stories along this ADA accessible trail are of land use and natures ability to regenerate itself. Along this trail you will see how this land looked during the construction of the dam and now, how it is ecologically succeeding into the forest it...

Hidden Diversity Multi-Use Trail

The Ozarks
The north center section of this trail is only one-half mile south of the Pigeon Roost Trail. The same plant and animal species can be seen on both trails. The theme for this park is not one large mountain, lake, river, forest, historical event or...

Historic Townsite Trail

The Ozarks
Travel back in time to visit the site of the Arkansas Territory's first post office, courthouse and federal land office. Twelve wayside exhibits tell about the history and culture of historic Davidsonville.

Historic Van Winkle Trail

The Ozarks
The trail head parking lot, with restrooms, is located approximately 10 miles east of Rogers, AR, U.S. Hwy. 12. Walkers and Hikers can access historic area via tunnel under Hwy. 12. Interpretive sign panels describe the historic home and mill sites...

Horseshoe Mountain Trail (National Recreation Trail)

The Ouachitas
The trail passes through pine/hardwood forests and novaculite glades along the ridgetop of Horseshoe Mountain. Hikers can enjoy wildflowers, interesting rock formations and scenic vistas.