Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Mena, Arkansas

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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Wolf Pen Gap was the first trail system built specifically for four-wheelers in the audited states. Now, it is used by both ATVs and SXSs. It is located in the Ouachita National Forest. The routes…
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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 route turns off Nunley Road and leads to a small parking area where ATVs and SXS only can ride the Ouachita Wolf Pen Gap trail system. It travels through a rural area. Wildlife, as…
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This route is for ATVs and SXS only. It starts at the parking area and climbs gently through the trees before getting a bit more challenging. The trail levels out and proceeds through a deciduous…
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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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This route is dirt and gravel and open to all vehicle traffic. There are some ruts and washouts that break up the easy, dirt road. There are a few small places to pull off with…
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This trail is a shortcut off of Wolf Pen Gap 313 and connects back to the all-vehicle Nunley Road. It is a sharp, steep turn at the start of this trail and extra caution is…
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This trail takes off from the all-vehicle Polk Road 619 West Gap 277 and is an ATV and SXS trail only. The start of this trail is a great place for a snack. The trail…
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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 trail descends from a paved access road 59 and passes several rural homesteads before continuing as a well-maintained but bumpy gravel route. It features frequent ascents and descents and sees frequent traffic due to…
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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 scenic trail follows a maintained gravel road that winds through dense forest, offering a peaceful drive despite the many potholes left behind by seasonal rains and frequent use by local landowners. The road is…
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This trail offers a scenic and winding drive along a gravel road that cuts through forested terrain. Drivers will encounter a few submerged water crossings and small bridges along the way, adding to the sense…
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This is a fun little trail that leads to big scenery at the top of Eagle Mountain in the Quachita National Forest. The trail consists of rocks and loose gravel and climbs about 800 feet…
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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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Nella Winfield 12 is the gateway to some really cool off-road trails. With several technical water crossings, narrow roads, and 4WD only areas, I had a lot of fun tracking through this area. It's washed…
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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 trail is a smooth and well-maintained gravel road that offers a pleasant and easy drive through scenic forested terrain. It appears to receive little traffic, making for a quiet and enjoyable experience. Unlike many…
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This trail leads into a much greater trail system area with lots to explore. We found it in reverse coming from Standing Rock. There are campsites available along the trail, but fewer here than in…
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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 trail follows a rugged and rocky path alongside a river, offering a scenic but bumpy drive with wet sections that may require careful navigation. The route includes a bridge crossing over the river, where…
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This trail is a relatively wide gravel route that can be rough in sections due to potholes and exposed rocks, the result of frequent rainfall and regular use by local landowners. It crosses several shallow…
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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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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 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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This trial leaves an awesome dispersed campsite and ends at Nella Road. Several dispersed campsites are along this trail. This gravel forest road can be messy when wet but is well-driven. Water crossing and rough…
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Posey Hollow 76 is a road that parallels the Ouachita National Recreation Trail. The road is an easy gravel windy road that climbs to an elevation of around 1900 feet. I even found one of…
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This trail is divided into two contrasting sections. The first half is a smooth and well-maintained gravel road with numerous side tracks that may lead to dispersed campsites, making for an easy and enjoyable drive.…
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This gravel forest road passes several dispersed campsites. Some dispersed campsites are large with room for several vehicles. The gravel road is well-driven and can have rough spots along the way. If the road is…
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