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Ouachita National Recreation Trail
This is the longest trail in the Ouachita National Forest spanning 192 miles across its entire length. In the west, the trail begins at Talimena State Park on Highway 271 near Talihina, Oklahoma. The eastern boundary is south of Perryville, Arkansas on Highway 9. An additional 32 miles of trail, located on private and other public lands, extends to Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 15 miles west of Little Rock, Arkansas. Elevations range from 600 to 2,600 feet as the trail passes through forested mountains, across sweeping valleys and near clear-running streams. Spur trails connect to various recreation areas and points of interest. Numerous road crossings and access points provide opportunities for point to point hikes of various distances.
Ouachita National Recreation Trail - General Map
Ouachita National Recreation Trail - Detailed Map
The Ouachita National Recreation Trail is maintained by a non-profit group, Friends of the Ouachita Trail (FoOT). For updates on trail conditions as well as information on this group, check out their website.
Highlights of the Ouachita National Recreation Trail available here
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Open year round. |
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| Area Amenities: | Tent camping, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water, Parking |
| Fees: | No fee. |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Best Season: | Spring-Fall |
| Busiest Season: | Spring |
| Water: | Drinking Water |
| Restroom: | Restrooms Available |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
Activities
Mountain Biking
Unsurfaced. Water is scarce on many portions of the trail especially during dry periods. Treat all water before drinking.
| Fees: | No fee. |
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Day Hiking
Unsurfaced. Water is scarce on many portions of the trail especially during dry periods. Treat all water before drinking.
| Fees: | No fee. |
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Backpacking
Unsurfaced. Water is scarce on many portions of the trail especially during dry periods. Treat all water before drinking.
| Fees: | No fee. |
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Location
