Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Friendship, Arkansas

B22 Waterfall is a 1-Diamond, two-way trail located in the B-section of Hot Springs Off-Road Park—an area designed with beginners in mind. At 0.2 miles long, this easy, scenic route is perfect for starting the day slow and soaking in the beauty of nature. The trail winds through tall wooded creek be...
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This is the easy shortcut between the eastern side of the park and the main park entrance. It is a fairly easy trail but has a few washouts and off-camber sections. If you completed Rubicon Ridge D1, one of four Jeep Badge of Honor trails, this provides a quick and easy way to return to the park ent...
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Arkansas-3 is a mostly flat, gravel road that serves as a main connector across the B-section of Hot Springs Off-Road Park. Covering 0.3 miles, it links Arkansas-2 to B28 Powerline, while also providing access to scenic spots like B22 Waterfall and C4 Power Wagon. The trail passes through a mix of n...
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B16 is a 1-Diamond, gravel trail located in the B-section of Hot Springs Off-Road Park, known for its scenic and beginner-friendly terrain. This 0.2-mile, heavily wooded route winds gently through the forest with a gradual 73-foot elevation gain, making it a comfortable trail for newcomers and natur...
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This is the early exit of the Badge of Honor trail F19-Snake. This early exit is a steep climb up onto highway two which you can then go onto highway five by turning left or back down to the main office by turning right from the exit. It is an extremely small passthrough.
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This is an easy trail that links B28, which is a higher rating, but B28 is also a two-way, so you can also head to AR Highway 2. It has some off-camber sections that can be used to test your suspension. Gravel rocks with small inclines but can easily be done in 4WD.
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B7 Beginner’s Chance is a short, one-way trail rated as an easy 2-Diamond. It connects B1 Bulletproof Loop to B4, offering a quick and scenic transition between trails on the lower 800-Side of the Park. The route is heavily wooded and shaded, creating a peaceful forest atmosphere. It's a quiet stre...
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Once you are done with either the Ravine or Gorge this trail will be the way to get back to the Lake Winder trail which you can use to access other trails. The trail is fairly easy with loose rock and a slow decline. Just don't be too heavy on the brakes and let the engine do the work.
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Easy trail that starts your adventure at HSOP. Loose rocks and one small incline. It's a short trail but links a larger network of trails and is a great test for your rig when you first enter the park, since it's next to the office. This is considered a beginner's trail.
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H2 is a peaceful, scenic trail tucked away on the "400-Side" of Hot Springs Off-Road Park. It runs alongside Mill Creek Road for a stretch, dipping in and out of the water, and winds past several small waterfalls that are especially striking after a good rain. The trail includes one mild climb and f...
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H1 is a scenic, mostly shaded trail rated as a 2 to 3-Diamond by the Park, depending on direction and vehicle setup. It features a small rock ledge obstacle and serves as a two-way trail, offering flexibility for various routes across the 400-Side of the Park. Along the way, drivers will pass a nat...
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This is the primary north-south trail leading out of the park entrance area and along the western side of the park. The trail is plenty wide enough for two vehicles and is fairly flat and smooth. The bulk of the park trails branch off to the right side. Fun Run trail - G3, Jeep Badge of Honor Trail,...
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H43 Jim's Overlook is a 2-Diamond overlook trail located on the 400-Side of Hot Springs Off-Road Park. It's accessible via K6 Jaag'd Edge, H42, and Quartz Canyon, making it a popular destination for drivers exploring the upper trails of the Park. The overlook offers one of the most expansive panoram...
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H30 is a park-rated 2-Diamond, two-way trail that winds through a heavily shaded section of forest on the 400-Side of the Park. The trail connects to both H1 and H28, making it a useful access route for exploring the surrounding trail system and overlooks. The area is filled with lush vegetation, in...
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E12 Prothane Point is an easy trail through the woods that takes you to a scenic overlook. It provides a nice scenic exit from D1 Rubicon Ridge. It is a great place to stop for lunch and enjoy the view. The park rating for this trail is 1 diamond. A Park Day-Use Trail Pass is required to access thi...
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H4 is a short trail located on the 400-side of the park. This trail can be taken from H7 or H1. This trail is fairly easy with some washed-out/rutted-out middle section. If coming from H1 and going down to H7, you will find the rutted-out section on the driver's side. This could get worse over time....
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H28 Nate’s Journey is a 2-Diamond, two-way connector trail on the 400-Side of Hot Springs Off-Road Park. Though short—just 0.1 miles—this trail plays an important role in connecting H5 to H1, H30, and H31, helping drivers link several key routes across the upper part of the Park. The trail is heavil...
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This is pretty much a connector trail on the other side of Mill Creek. You run directly into it and it has many level off-shoots for the adventurer. You can run it to the top and hang right to run L4 (4 diamond) or turn left and follow it to the end to run J18 (Quartz Canyon).
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E20 Road to Prothane is an easy trail through the woods, primarily used by those finishing D1 Rubicon Ridge as a direct route to the overlook at Prothane Point. It is mostly dirt with a few small rocks. The park rating for this trail is 2 diamonds. A Park Day-Use Trail Pass is required to access th...
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F18 is a straight shot from F17 Lash's Loop up to F15 Tex Winder. It is a mild trail that is mostly dirt with a relatively steep grade that may be slick when wet. The park rating for this trail is 3 diamonds. A Park Day-Use Trail Pass is required to access this system of trails. Cell service is spo...
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B22 Waterfall is a 1-Diamond, two-way trail located in the B-section of Hot Springs Off-Road Park—an area designed with beginners in mind. At 0.2 miles long, this easy, scenic route is perfect for starting the day slow and soaking in the beauty of nature. The trail winds through tall wooded creek be...
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This is the easy shortcut between the eastern side of the park and the main park entrance. It is a fairly easy trail but has a few washouts and off-camber sections. If you completed Rubicon Ridge D1, one of four Jeep Badge of Honor trails, this provides a quick and easy way to return to the park ent...
Learn more about AR 2 - Main Park Road

Arkansas-3 is a mostly flat, gravel road that serves as a main connector across the B-section of Hot Springs Off-Road Park. Covering 0.3 miles, it links Arkansas-2 to B28 Powerline, while also providing access to scenic spots like B22 Waterfall and C4 Power Wagon. The trail passes through a mix of n...
Learn more about AR 3 - Main Park Road

B16 is a 1-Diamond, gravel trail located in the B-section of Hot Springs Off-Road Park, known for its scenic and beginner-friendly terrain. This 0.2-mile, heavily wooded route winds gently through the forest with a gradual 73-foot elevation gain, making it a comfortable trail for newcomers and natur...
Learn more about B16

B22 Waterfall is a 1-Diamond, two-way trail located in the B-section of Hot Springs Off-Road Park—an area designed with beginners in mind. At 0.2 miles long, this easy, scenic route is perfect for starting the day slow and soaking in the beauty of nature. The trail winds through tall wooded creek be...
Learn more about B22 Waterfall

This is the easy shortcut between the eastern side of the park and the main park entrance. It is a fairly easy trail but has a few washouts and off-camber sections. If you completed Rubicon Ridge D1, one of four Jeep Badge of Honor trails, this provides a quick and easy way to return to the park ent...
Learn more about AR 2 - Main Park Road

Arkansas-3 is a mostly flat, gravel road that serves as a main connector across the B-section of Hot Springs Off-Road Park. Covering 0.3 miles, it links Arkansas-2 to B28 Powerline, while also providing access to scenic spots like B22 Waterfall and C4 Power Wagon. The trail passes through a mix of n...
Learn more about AR 3 - Main Park Road

B16 is a 1-Diamond, gravel trail located in the B-section of Hot Springs Off-Road Park, known for its scenic and beginner-friendly terrain. This 0.2-mile, heavily wooded route winds gently through the forest with a gradual 73-foot elevation gain, making it a comfortable trail for newcomers and natur...
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