The Best Backpacking in Dardanelle

I did two loop trails (Rim Trail and Bench Trail). Mileage reflects combination of both trails plus the distance hiking between the two near sunset point. Cost to camp in a hike-in site is ~$13/night. You can't reserve a hike-in spot in advance, but they are very under utilized.  I'm pretty sure ...

Lake Sylvia to Crystal Prong Creek via Quachita Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Perryville, Arkansas.

Hunt's Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Jessieville, Arkansas.

After you drive across the one-lane bridge and take the dirt road immediately after it, follow that dirt road until it begins to bend to the left. Park your vehicle in the turnoff on the right, and be sure to lock it and take (or hide) any valuables in it. Even though it’s relatively remote, rand...

Kings Bluff and Pedestal Rocks is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Pelsor, Arkansas.

From the Richland Creek campground, Twin Falls is an approximate 3 mile hike followed by another mile (give or take) to the "Castles". Directly above a small camping area on top of Twin Falls there begins a more primitive trail up the center on the ridge that will take you straight to the enormou...

Sandstone Castles via Twin Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Witts Springs, Arkansas.

Twin Falls via Sandstone Castle Trailhead is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Pelsor, Arkansas.

This hike starts at the Sam's Throne Campground parking area. Once you walk to the end of the campground there is a fence with three different entrances that all lead to different trails. Take the middle trial for the shortest and easiest hike to the bluffs. This hike is very easy and only tak...

Ouachita National Recreation Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a lake located near Roland, Arkansas.

Redding/Spy Rock Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Ozark, Arkansas.

Hot Springs Sunset Trail Full Circle is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas.

After arriving at the Whitaker Point/Hawksbill Crag trailhead, start going down the path for about 1/8th of a mile. You’ll cross a small stream, and here is where you’ll turn off the trail. Using Whitaker Creek as your guide, follow it like a handrail as it descends down into the confluence with ...