Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Glenwood, Arkansas

This gravel road leaves a dispersed campsite. This trail passes several dispersed campsites, including Collier Springs, Crystal Scenic Trail, and Twin Creek Crystal Mine. With huge boulders, many rocks, creeks, and diverse terrain, there is a lot to see on this trail. The Collier Springs Picnic Area...
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This is a nice forest road that if headed east, will end at Highway 270. This trail ends at a very nice Group sized, dispersed campsite. East Fork Twin Creek runs alongside this road. There are a few dispersed campsites along this road. Beautiful views are in this area. There are a few side spurs th...
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This is a maintained gravel road that can have some mud when wet and possible water crossings depending on the weather. This trail takes you along beautiful views, creeks, and possible wildlife sightings. This trail passes Crystal Recreation Area. Not to be confused with Crystal Springs State Park t...
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Rock Creek to Pine Ridge is a well graded gravel road two vehicles wide leading to the Rock Creek Camping area along Lake Greeson. This well-maintained road follows along Pine Ridge with incredible views of the Quachita Mountains to the north. This section of road can be driven in a low clearance 2w...
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The road surface consists of maintained gravel and hard-packed dirt with no significant obstacles under normal conditions. While generally in good condition, the route is primarily a single-lane road for much of its length. Passing opportunities exist in wider sections, but drivers should be prepare...
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This maintained Gravel road goes up to Hickory Nut Vista Lookout. As you travel to the vista you will pass Hickory Nut Campground on the left side of the road. This is a dispersed campground with a pit toilet, picnic tables, and a fire ring. Awesome views of Lake Ouachita can be seen. This road does...
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This spur route branches off of Hamilton Creek and quickly transitions into a more remote forest setting. Unlike the surrounding gravel roads, this trail is primarily dirt-based with scattered gravel and natural forest debris, giving it a more primitive feel. The route winds through a mixture of har...
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Hamilton Creek is a short out-and-back forest route branching off Gaston Road. The route travels through a dense pine forest with narrow corridors, young timber growth, and thick brush that creates a secluded backcountry feel. While there are no major obstacles or technical challenges, the trail off...
Learn more about Hamilton Creek

This road leaves Hickory Nut Road at the west end and the east end stops at Crystal Springs Resort entrance. Across the main road is a public boat ramp with restrooms and great views of Lake Ouachita. There are nice dispersed campsites along this road. Awesome creek-side camping and group-sized disp...
Learn more about Pipe Spring

This forest road offers a more rugged experience than the surrounding trail network. While still relatively easy to navigate, the route receives less maintenance and has a noticeably more overgrown character. Grass and other vegetation grow between the tire tracks, and brush frequently encroaches on...
Learn more about Mullins Loop

Lake Greeson WMA is a leased land WMA, meaning hunters, trappers, and campers 16 years of age or older must purchase a Lake Greeson WMA leased lands permit (LLG) along with a free annual General Use Permit (WMP). Permits are available online https://www.agfc.com/wma/lake-greeson-wma/ , by clicking "...
Learn more about Buck Valley

Lake Greeson WMA is a leased land WMA, meaning hunters, trappers and campers 16 years of age or older must purchase a Lake Greeson WMA leased lands permit (LLG) along with a free annual General Use Permit (WMP). Permits are available online https://www.agfc.com/wma/lake-greeson-wma/ , by clicking "B...
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The trail begins as a gravel-covered clay road with several dips and rises. As you progress, the trail becomes very rocky with several loose rocks and some washed out sections on the left side of the trail, right side if you're descending the trail. There are lots of sharp rocks and a slightly tight...
Learn more about Hickory Nut Trail

This scenic gravel route travels through a mix of mature hardwood forest, pines, and open clearings filled with seasonal wildflowers. The road is generally well maintained and suitable for most stock vehicles, offering a relaxing drive through the terrain of the Ouachita Mountains. One of the highli...
Learn more about West Springs Branch

This easy scenic route winds through a peaceful forest setting on a well-maintained gravel road. Towering pines and mature hardwoods line much of the drive, creating a shaded corridor that offers a relaxing experience for travelers seeking to enjoy the area's natural beauty. The road is generally wi...
Learn more about Job Corp Road

This unmaintained forest road offers a more remote experience than many of the surrounding gravel routes while remaining accessible to most stock high-clearance vehicles. The trail follows a narrow corridor through dense pine and hardwood forest, winding through terrain with thick vegetation pressin...
Learn more about Woods Branch

This quiet forest route follows a maintained gravel road through a mix of pine and hardwood timber, offering an easy and enjoyable drive for travelers looking to explore the area without encountering technical obstacles. The road is generally one to one-and-a-half vehicles wide, with occasional wide...
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Sour Springs Road is a well graded gravel road two vehicles wide that is easy to drive even in a low clearance 2wd giving you remote access to Parker Creek campground and boat ramp. Or continue north deeper into the woods towards Rock Creek. This road passes along Arkansas Wildlife Management Area (...
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The trail is well-maintained gravel, with a few small water crossings. You will find some amazing creek-side camping along the route. The road is blocked due to a washed-out crossing, but there is a large group site at the bottom of the hill. This is a great spot to get to the trail systems, or just...
Learn more about Sugar Creek

This easy gravel route provides a peaceful drive through a mixture of pine forest, hardwood stands, and regenerating timber areas. The road is generally well maintained and winds through a quiet section of the forest, making it an excellent choice for travelers looking to enjoy the scenery without e...
Learn more about Quachita Cedar

This maintained Gravel road goes up to Hickory Nut Vista Lookout. As you travel to the vista you will pass Hickory Nut Campground on the left side of the road. This is a dispersed campground with a pit toilet, picnic tables, and a fire ring. Awesome views of Lake Ouachita can be seen. This road does...
Learn more about Hickory Nut Mountain

This spur route branches off of Hamilton Creek and quickly transitions into a more remote forest setting. Unlike the surrounding gravel roads, this trail is primarily dirt-based with scattered gravel and natural forest debris, giving it a more primitive feel. The route winds through a mixture of har...
Learn more about Harvey

Hamilton Creek is a short out-and-back forest route branching off Gaston Road. The route travels through a dense pine forest with narrow corridors, young timber growth, and thick brush that creates a secluded backcountry feel. While there are no major obstacles or technical challenges, the trail off...
Learn more about Hamilton Creek

This road leaves Hickory Nut Road at the west end and the east end stops at Crystal Springs Resort entrance. Across the main road is a public boat ramp with restrooms and great views of Lake Ouachita. There are nice dispersed campsites along this road. Awesome creek-side camping and group-sized disp...
Learn more about Pipe Spring

This maintained Gravel road goes up to Hickory Nut Vista Lookout. As you travel to the vista you will pass Hickory Nut Campground on the left side of the road. This is a dispersed campground with a pit toilet, picnic tables, and a fire ring. Awesome views of Lake Ouachita can be seen. This road does...
Learn more about Hickory Nut Mountain

This spur route branches off of Hamilton Creek and quickly transitions into a more remote forest setting. Unlike the surrounding gravel roads, this trail is primarily dirt-based with scattered gravel and natural forest debris, giving it a more primitive feel. The route winds through a mixture of har...
Learn more about Harvey

Hamilton Creek is a short out-and-back forest route branching off Gaston Road. The route travels through a dense pine forest with narrow corridors, young timber growth, and thick brush that creates a secluded backcountry feel. While there are no major obstacles or technical challenges, the trail off...
Learn more about Hamilton Creek

This road leaves Hickory Nut Road at the west end and the east end stops at Crystal Springs Resort entrance. Across the main road is a public boat ramp with restrooms and great views of Lake Ouachita. There are nice dispersed campsites along this road. Awesome creek-side camping and group-sized disp...
Learn more about Pipe Spring