Caddo Gap, Arkansas

Located in Ouachita National Forest, Eagle Rock Loop is Arkansas' longest loop, perfect for a 3-4 day backpack. There are multiple places to begin this trip, as there are 4 trailheads along the route; (1) Albert Pike Recreation Area, (2) Little Missouri Falls on Forest Road 25, (3) 4 miles west o...

This beautiful waterfall in the Ouachita National Forest is only a short distance along Little Missouri Trail. There is a picnic area by the parking lot, as well. Add on the nearby Crooked Creek Falls to your day for another photo-worthy stop.

Located within the Lake Ouachita State Park, the Caddo Bend Trail is an wonderful 2-3 hour hike. Although promenently covered by shade the entire 4 miles, the Ouachita Lake area can be very hot in the summer and the trail should be done in the morning or late afternoon. Either way, I nice dip in ...

Caddo Bend Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Mountain Pine, Arkansas.

Start your day at the Buckstaff Bathhouse. I would recommend doing the hike first and the traditional bath experience after, but depending on the day and time of year, the bathhouse may be closed in the afternoon. You can check their hours here. After you buy a ticket and store your belongings, ...

Lake Catherine State Park offers fully-equipped cabins, over 60 tent and RV campsites, and a small marina selling everything you need for a perfect day on the lake. The beautiful tree covered campground offers a swimming beach, picnic sites, playgrounds and hiking trails. The park also offers int...

The 3 trailheads to get to the Falls Branch waterfall can all be accessed within Lake Catherine SP. Follow the main road to the very end of the park, passing the amphitheater just before you reach the trail's parking lot. The three trails you can take to reach the Falls are Falls Branch Trail, Ho...

Forked Mountain Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Perryville, Arkansas.

This is a one mile loop trail with the trailhead right outside the lodge at Queen Wilhelmina State Park in the Ouachita National Forest.  It is an easy walk with many places to stop and a mostly, level path. If you begin on the north side of the lodge by the sign, you will end up taking a steep, ...