Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Cove, Arkansas

Maintained gravel road with loose gravel. This road can be muddy when wet and dusty when dry. Two cars wide and some water crossings can be present during rain. Dispersed camping, awesome views of wildlife,…
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This is a maintained gravel forest road. There can be mud when wet. This road is very dusty when dry. You access this road from HWY 246. Expect beautiful views and wildlife to be seen…
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This road is a maintained gravel road that can be muddy when wet and dusty when dry. Loose rock and gravel are present. There are great views of creeks and wildlife. The Ouachita Mountain views…
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This is the current legal version of the well-known K-Trail. This short stretch along the Kiamichi Mountain ridgeline is an enjoyable 5-hour drive. Small rock gardens and plenty of red dirt make up this mildly…
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Maintained gravel road that can be muddy when wet and dusty when dry. Some creek crossing when in wet weather. Dispersed camping and creeks are in this area of the Ouachita National Forest. Two-wheel drive…
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This is a basic road with a wonderfully scenic view of the back side of the Broken Bow Lake area, This runs by a wildlife area and is the access road to lots of national…
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This trail is dirt Forest Service roads that run through the interior of the Quachita National Forest. While traveling this route, you will make several creek crossings and follow alongside Brushy Creek for a portion…
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Maintained gravel road in the Ouachita National Forest. There is a cool creek crossing and side spur on this trail. This road can be muddy while raining. When dry, this road is very dusty. Loose…
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This trail follows a long stretch of well-maintained gravel road that ascends and then descends a forested mountain. The route offers a scenic and winding drive through dense woodland, with one or two river crossings…
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This scenic trail winds narrowly through the forest, offering a peaceful drive along a route that is generally in good condition. Numerous side trails and private roads branch off from the main path, so drivers…
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This trail presents a moderate to challenging drive and is best suited for capable, high-clearance vehicles. It winds tightly through dense forest, often narrowing to the point where pinstriping is a concern. Sections of the…
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This trail follows a well-maintained gravel logging road that winds through active timber-cutting areas. The route is dusty, particularly in dry conditions, and drivers should remain alert for fast-moving logging trucks that may appear without…
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This trail offers a scenic and enjoyable drive through forested terrain, following a relatively wide and generally well-maintained path. The road winds gently with a few switchbacks, and a mix of ascents and descents that…
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This trail serves as an active logging road that climbs into a region marked by recent tree cutting and burn activity. It is frequently used by logging vehicles, so drivers should proceed with caution and…
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This trail isn't maintained, but locals use it often to get between Wickes and Vandervoort, so it stays pretty passable. It's a bit rough in spots, and we had to clear a fallen tree when…
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This trail begins high in the mountainous forest and descends into lush, green farmland, eventually leading to Route 4, which connects to the towns of Wickes and Vandervoort. It serves as an active logging route…
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This route takes you by several campground areas along the Cossatot River. You have access to camping, swimming, nature viewing, hiking, kayaking, fishing, gravel roads with awesome views, and more. There are elevation changes along…
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This trail is the access road to Bufrum and Mill Creeks on the Mena District of the Ouachita National Forest. The road is primarily a wide, maintained Forest Service Road with two slab crossings. The…
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This trail is a functional, well-maintained gravel road used primarily for logging operations. As it serves as an active haul route, drivers should remain vigilant for fast-moving logging trucks and be prepared to yield. The…
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This scenic off-road route follows a farm road known for several substantial ascents and descents that may pose difficulties for heavier or under-powered vehicles. As it winds past smallholdings and ranches, it either begins or…
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This trail is an active logging road characterized by rocky terrain, heavy dust, and off-camber sections caused by water damage. It is possible to complete a circular route if all logging gates are open, but…
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This route(M95) is a shorter spur route off of the main "Bent Chicken house" road (FS417). Unlike the main route, this road is more closed in by brush, though it remains easily passable in most…
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This off-road route starts as a mostly well-maintained gravel path that steadily climbs into the mountains. As it continues, it narrows, and several smaller, more challenging trails branch away. Evidence of severe storm erosion remains…
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This serene trail offers a relaxing drive through dense forest, characterized primarily by flat terrain and a generally maintained surface. Travelers will encounter several gentle stream crossings, and while there is visible evidence of water…
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Forest Road 20670 is a well-maintained logging road that offers a scenic drive through remote forested terrain. The route passes through a U.S. Forest Service gate, which may be seasonally closed during the winter months--always…
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This scenic off-road route meanders past smallholdings and ranches, offering a mostly well-maintained gravel surface that occasionally becomes bumpy. Gentle rises and dips lead travelers from forested stretches into rolling green hills dotted with contented…
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This trail borders private hunting leases to the south and National Forest land to the north. The current map shows that it's closed until 10/3, but a ranger confirmed that this road is open year-round.…
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Prepare for an exciting journey along a mostly gravel road that leads to a hidden gem. The adventure culminates in a thrilling ride along a tight, winding trail, and at the end of this trail,…
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Although this trail is marked as private on Google Maps, only portions of it appear to be on private land, and it seems to provide a shortcut back to the main gravel logging roads. The…
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This trail is narrow, rugged, and appears to be infrequently traveled. Departing from the 24500 trail, it begins with a rocky descent followed by a river crossing, then climbs steadily toward a cleared logging area.…
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