Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Clarksville, Arkansas
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Little Piney Creek - Union School
This is a fun, dirt and gravel road with 3 miles of single-vehicle trail. There are several water crossings typically 12" deep, and some shallow mud holes, but it can be much deeper and more… Learn more about Little Piney Creek - Union School
Total Miles
9.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Prison Fence Trail
An easy scenic trail with a variety of terrain types including gravel, dirt, mud holes, rock ledges and shallow water crossings. The elevation varies from around 1100' to just over 2400' as it follows along… Learn more about Prison Fence Trail
Total Miles
16.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa
Pilot Knob Mountain
This will take you to the top of Pilot Knob Mountain. It is a short road, but the beautiful view that is worth a detour if you haven't been. Elevation is 2080'. The first 200'… Learn more about Pilot Knob Mountain
Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Carwash Falls
One of the most popular places to visit is the Ozark National Forest. This route runs north and south along the Big Piney Creek and offers abundant scenery and numerous places to camp along the… Learn more about Carwash Falls
Total Miles
13.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Wi
Morgan Mountain Road
Morgan Mountain Trail runs through the Ozark National Forest near Cass, Arkansas. The road is accessible at several points along the route. This trail used to extend further, however, there was a landslide that caused… Learn more about Morgan Mountain Road
Total Miles
7.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Walnut Grove
This gravel road has beautiful views and some nice curves. Watch for wildlife as you travel through the tall trees. There are steep drop-offs on the side of the road where you will hear and… Learn more about Walnut Grove
Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Talley Mountain
This Trail is a gravel road that can be messy when wet. There can be water crossings along this trail depending on precipitation. Not far up this trail as you travel west, you will see… Learn more about Talley Mountain
Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Pond Camp Special
After starting down this gravel road trail, you will quickly find a beautiful pond. This pond has a dam you can fish from and a dirt launch for small boats. There is also a small… Learn more about Pond Camp Special
Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Baker
The gravel road can be messy when wet. This trail is on the south side of Petite Jean Mountain. Plenty of nature viewing along this trail. Watch for wildlife on the roads. Some sections can… Learn more about Baker
Total Miles
6.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Moss Curves
Starting at a fork in the road, this trail will dead end at an area you can disperse camp. This trail has plenty of curves with awesome views. Watch for wildlife as you travel this… Learn more about Moss Curves
Total Miles
8.3
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Mount Zion Cemetery
This track is all gravel that can have areas of mud and water crossings during or after rain. The south end of this track touches Highway 28. Mount Zion Cemetery is at the south end… Learn more about Mount Zion Cemetery
Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Stone Wall Falls
This trail is called Stone Wall Falls because of the beautiful natural stone wall that has a waterfall flowing over it. This area will be seen from the road on the left side if you… Learn more about Stone Wall Falls
Total Miles
7.2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Petite Jean
This gravel road can be messy when wet. Some areas can be rutted and muddy. Fog can be present in higher elevations causing zero visibility. This trail will take you past Petit Jean Mountain and… Learn more about Petite Jean
Total Miles
10.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Rock Creek
This track is a gravel road that has a few bridge crossings and nice creek views. Some water crossings can be present during rain. Mud may be present after rain and dusty while dry. Watch… Learn more about Rock Creek
Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Cedar View
This track is a nice gravel road. Great views and wildlife are in this area. Some mud when rain is present. Dusty when dry. Valleys and hillsides make this an enjoyable area. This track is… Learn more about Cedar View
Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Wildcat Hollow
Running along the north boundary of a section of Ouachita National Forest, south of Highway 28, this gravel road is maintained and contains beautiful scenery. There can be mud during and after rain with a… Learn more about Wildcat Hollow
Total Miles
7.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Devils Canyon Trail
Devils Canyon trail is short, but worth the drive. The trail is out-and-back with plenty of primitive campsites if you are looking for a beautiful place to stay. The 1.14 mile trail ends with a… Learn more about Devils Canyon Trail
Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Freedom 44
This trail is a maintained gravel road that can be muddy when wet. This trail starts at a fork in the road and passes some nice streams. There are some small concrete bridges to drive… Learn more about Freedom 44
Total Miles
8
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Hunt for Old Foundation
This trail is a nice gravel road that can be messy when wet. This trail starts at a very nice dispersed campsite and heads east. The trail ends at a fork in the road. You… Learn more about Hunt for Old Foundation
Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Muddy Creek WMA
This track is a nicely maintained gravel road that is very dusty while dry. Loose gravel can be slick. Mud can be present when wet. There are bridge crossings and possible water crossings when wet.… Learn more about Muddy Creek WMA
Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Old River Road
Old River Road is an enjoyable scenic drive through the Buffalo National River wildlife management area. It features high mountain views, many creek crossings in the wet season, historic homesteads, campgrounds, and Buffalo River access… Learn more about Old River Road
Total Miles
15.8
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Bridge Stops Here
This section of forest is not traveled as much as some of the more popular sections. Undergrowth is heavy in places and vehicle scratches are possible. This track has awesome views and a hilltop dispersed… Learn more about Bridge Stops Here
Total Miles
8.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Wi / Fa
White Oak
This trail starts at a very nice dispersed campsite and ends at another dispersed campsite. The end campsite has a rock fire ring and huge oak trees. This campsite has room for several vehicles and… Learn more about White Oak
Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
South Forche to Forked Mountain
This route leaves South Forche Campground and leads to Forked Mountain. The campground is free. The campground has set up campsites with vault toilets. There is a water outlet at the campground. Leaving the campground… Learn more about South Forche to Forked Mountain
Total Miles
6.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Million Dollar Highway
This track goes through the Muddy Creek WMA. Made up of thick and loose gravel this road can be slick. Dispersed camping can be found in this area. Watch for wildlife to cross the road.… Learn more about Million Dollar Highway
Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Muse Creek and Irons Fork
This trail picks up from North Fork to Gladstone trail. Access from HWY 7 or Hwy 298. This maintained gravel road can be slippery when wet and dusty while dry. The trail ends on Irons… Learn more about Muse Creek and Irons Fork
Total Miles
7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Cumberland Road
This track continues from the west side of the Ouachita National Forest off Highway 71. It will take you east further into the forest. This section of forest is not traveled as much as some… Learn more about Cumberland Road
Total Miles
6.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Dutch Mountain
This track continues east into the Ouachita National Forest from Highway 71. It will take you further east into the forest. This section of forest is not traveled as much as some of the more… Learn more about Dutch Mountain
Total Miles
7.5
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Hawks Peak
This trail starts off on the east side of Highway 71 a few miles north of Waldron Arkansas. Waldron Arkansas has gas stations and a grocery store for last-minute items or fill up. The trail… Learn more about Hawks Peak
Total Miles
5
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Fort Mountain to Flatside Pinnacle
South Fourche Campground is a convenient roadside picnic area and campground located on Scenic Highway 7 Byway. This campground also provides floating access to the South Fourche River. Free dispersed camping. This route takes you… Learn more about Fort Mountain to Flatside Pinnacle
Total Miles
8.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
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