Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Bastrop, Louisiana

Pavement, gravel, and dirt make up this section of the trail. This section goes out on a little island with beautiful homes and into the wilderness with a lot of dirt roads. Leaving Louisiana, this trail heads north into Arkansas. The dirt begins again, and some areas can be narrow and rough. This t...
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This is a mix of Pavement, dirt, and gravel. It contains a dead end and a route to Bastrop where a bite to eat and restock on supplies can be made. Some sections can be muddy and have water crossings. Some areas are very rough with deep ruts. This section can be very dusty.
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Gravel roads that can be muddy after or during rains. There is some pavement. This is a short loop from Haus SP to HWY 82. There is a railroad track along some of this trail. This trail ends at Beekman Sawmill on HWY 82. Beekman Sawmill Company is a registered business formed in Louisiana, and accor...
Learn more about The Arkansas Overland Route - TrailHawk Loop - Section 22

The Arkansas Overland Route - TrailHawk Loop - Section 23 is a scenic gravel route perfect for overlanders and dual-sport riders looking to explore the remote bottomlands near the Louisiana-Arkansas border. Stretching approximately 8.5 miles, this segment connects Louisiana State Route 142 near Beek...
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This is a mix of Pavement, dirt, and gravel. Some areas can be nasty when wet. Some areas can become flooded. Some areas have ruts. This trail ends at Felsenthal National Wildlife Refuge Lock and Dam Access. There are restrooms and camping in this area. There is Access to the Ouachita River.
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The Arkansas Overland Route - TrailHawk Loop - Section 20 is an easy, scenic 5.6-mile trek ideal for beginners and overland travelers looking to access the water at the Pine Island Boat Ramp and Recreation Area. Traversing a nearly flat landscape with minimal elevation change between 72 and 92 feet,...
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This trail contains pavement, dirt, and gravel. It leaves the Felsenthal National Wildlife Refuge Lock and Dam access area and ends at Moro State Park. This is the final section of the TrailHawk Loop. This section can have messy areas when wet. Watch for wildlife and logging trucks in some areas. Th...
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The Arkansas Overland Route - TrailHawk Loop - Section 21 - Haus SP is a scenic, beginner-friendly overland route perfect for families and novice offroaders seeking a relaxed drive through the Arkansas-Louisiana borderlands. Spanning approximately 35.5 miles, this point-to-point trail connects the t...
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This is a mix of gravel and pavement. The gravel can be messy when wet. This goes to Crosset Harbor RV Park. There is camping, a boat ramp, and restrooms. This section ends at the Ouachita River on the edge of this park. Great views and play equipment for the kiddos to take a break before beginning ...
Learn more about The Arkansas Overland Route - TrailHawk Loop - Section 19

Gravel and dirt roads that can be dusty when dry. Some pavement is in this section. These roads can be muddy and slick with possible ruts when wet. Some areas can be flooded. This section forms the hawk's wing when looking at this loop on the map. This takes you to Georgia Pacific Park. There is fis...
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Gravel roads that can be muddy and slick when wet. Roads can become flooded and not passable during and after rains. This goes to a lake and camping area. There is a section known to hold water -depths can vary. Travel with caution in the flooded areas. Watch for wildlife as you travel the route.
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These maintained dirt and gravel parish roads will take you through pine thickets, swamps, and a forestry runway. Take your time enjoying the historic Olive Grove Cemetery before traveling Fox Trot Road. Halfway through the adventure, you'll find a forestry dirt runway. You'll see the Eros water tow...
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The Arkansas Overland Route - TrailHawk Loop - Section 16 is an easy, scenic 7.2-mile corridor perfect for beginner offroaders and overlanders looking for a relaxed journey to a secluded lakeside retreat. Transitioning between gravel and pavement, this well-maintained corridor winds through a densel...
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This trail is very fun to cruise down, soak in the beautiful views, and spot wildlife. Both sides are flooded with pine trees and shrubbery. The area is also very wildlife-abundant, so be cautious when driving and be respectful of wildlife. This road has several turn-offs that are private property. ...
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Jackson Parish Line Trail runs near the Jackson Parish/Lincoln Parish line. This trail is gravel and dirt roads with very shallow ruts. This trail has beautiful views of rolling hills and also the dense forest. It is a great wildlife-spotting trail. Towards the end of the trail, there are a few wood...
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Gravel and dirt roads that can be muddy and slick with possible ruts when wet. This is Section 15 of the Arkansas Overland Route. This section makes up the Hawks' beak when looking at this loop on the map. There are some nice straight sections on this trail. Watch for wildlife. This road goes to the...
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These are gravel roads that are dusty when dry and can be nasty when wet. They seem well maintained, and there is awesome scenery. Watch for farm equipment on the roads and cattle. This is the first section of The TrailHawk Loop, Section 14 of The Arkansas Overland Route. This section starts the hea...
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This route starts on Jake Anding Road and turns left onto Olive Grove Road. This trail contains mud holes and the red dirt roads are very slick when wet. This trail has beautiful views but has private property on both sides of the road so don't go off on any of the side trails. This trail is very fu...
Learn more about Jake Anding Trail

This trail is very fun to cruise down, soak in the beautiful views, and spot wildlife. Both sides are flooded with pine trees and shrubbery. The area is also very wildlife-abundant, so be cautious when driving and be respectful of wildlife. This road has several turn-offs that are private property. ...
Learn more about Winnfield Road

This trail is very fun to cruise down, soak in the beautiful views, and spot wildlife. Both sides are flooded with pine trees and shrubbery. The area is also very wildlife-abundant, so be cautious when driving and be respectful of wildlife. This road has several turn-offs that are private property. ...
Learn more about Ramsey Hill Road

This trail is very fun to cruise down, soak in the beautiful views, and spot wildlife. Both sides are flooded with pine trees and shrubbery. The area is also very wildlife-abundant, so be cautious when driving and be respectful of wildlife. This road has several turn-offs that are private property. ...
Learn more about Vernon Eros Road

Jackson Parish Line Trail runs near the Jackson Parish/Lincoln Parish line. This trail is gravel and dirt roads with very shallow ruts. This trail has beautiful views of rolling hills and also the dense forest. It is a great wildlife-spotting trail. Towards the end of the trail, there are a few wood...
Learn more about Jackson Parish Line Trail

This route starts on Jake Anding Road and turns left onto Olive Grove Road. This trail contains mud holes and the red dirt roads are very slick when wet. This trail has beautiful views but has private property on both sides of the road so don't go off on any of the side trails. This trail is very fu...
Learn more about Jake Anding Trail

This trail is very fun to cruise down, soak in the beautiful views, and spot wildlife. Both sides are flooded with pine trees and shrubbery. The area is also very wildlife-abundant, so be cautious when driving and be respectful of wildlife. This road has several turn-offs that are private property. ...
Learn more about Winnfield Road

This trail is very fun to cruise down, soak in the beautiful views, and spot wildlife. Both sides are flooded with pine trees and shrubbery. The area is also very wildlife-abundant, so be cautious when driving and be respectful of wildlife. This road has several turn-offs that are private property. ...
Learn more about Vernon Eros Road

Jackson Parish Line Trail runs near the Jackson Parish/Lincoln Parish line. This trail is gravel and dirt roads with very shallow ruts. This trail has beautiful views of rolling hills and also the dense forest. It is a great wildlife-spotting trail. Towards the end of the trail, there are a few wood...
Learn more about Jackson Parish Line Trail

This route starts on Jake Anding Road and turns left onto Olive Grove Road. This trail contains mud holes and the red dirt roads are very slick when wet. This trail has beautiful views but has private property on both sides of the road so don't go off on any of the side trails. This trail is very fu...
Learn more about Jake Anding Trail

This trail is very fun to cruise down, soak in the beautiful views, and spot wildlife. Both sides are flooded with pine trees and shrubbery. The area is also very wildlife-abundant, so be cautious when driving and be respectful of wildlife. This road has several turn-offs that are private property. ...
Learn more about Winnfield Road