Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Paris, Arkansas

This trail is smooth and easy for the most part and mainly follows a dirt road. Conditions were dry during the summer, but they may change during the rainy season. The route includes a few shallow creek crossings, a decent-sized pond, deer sightings, and several nice campsites.
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This long, winding trail ascends into the mountains, eventually reaching elevations where the forest transitions almost entirely to shortleaf pine. The road is primarily gravel and generally well maintained, though it narrows in places and becomes rocky and bumpy, with several stream crossings--some...
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Bramlett is a rugged two-track trail that starts bumpy, briefly smooths out, and then deteriorates into a rocky, winding path featuring several mud pits and a steep, off-camber section when approached from the north. Drivers will also encounter large off-camber humps, scattered rocks, and a few stre...
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This is a pretty short, basic, run-of-the-mill dirt road that leads to some very nice scenic areas. The road is smooth for the most part, with no ruts or mud holes, making it more of a Sunday drive down a backroad. There are plenty of deer along this road, so use caution, and a bunch of rabbits may ...
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The Spring Lake trail begins at the paved Mount Magazine scenic route, descending from the hilltop, where established state park camping facilities are available. Alternatively, one compact vehicle may camp at the Greenfield State Park picnic area after obtaining permission and paying reduced campin...
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At only 1 miles long, the trail offers scenic views at the top, small rocky ledges, small ruts, and (its namesake) 52 rain humps put in to control erosion. Whether ran top to bottom or the other way, the trail is a fun one. When wet, the trail can be very tricky. There is a spot of two of clay that ...
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This trail begins with a steady climb into the mountains, crossing several cattle guards and a shallow stream that may be submerged depending on recent rainfall. Early on, the route passes through stretches of private land, but access becomes more open as elevation increases. The trail winds through...
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This trail is a well-maintained but rocky and winding gravel road that leads into the Mount Magazine Wildlife Management Area. It begins between stretches of private land, clearly marked by trees painted with purple rectangles in accordance with the Purple Paint Law, and eventually transitions into ...
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Rich Mountain Road is a wide, maintained trail that winds through a forested landscape and passes by a few rural homesteads. Along the way, travelers will encounter several offshoot trails designated for horse riding and ATV use. There are a few dispersed camping opportunities available, some featur...
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This is a very easy trail that closely resembles a dirt road. The trail is mainly used to access trailers 1627B and 1612B. There are zero trail obstacles, zero mud, zero ruts, and zero rocks. The trail is covered in gravel and is very smooth. The trail can be run with any vehicle type.
Learn more about Bear Hollow - Trail 1627

Shoal Creek Road is an easy, well-maintained gravel route that follows Shoal Creek and provides access to dispersed camping and nearby trail systems. It’s a great entry-level drive with scenic creek crossings and access to more adventurous trails at the far end. Maintained gravel road getting to Sho...
Learn more about Shoal Creek - FS 1604

The Valentine Ridge trail starts at a clearly marked yellow sign indicating the entrance to an ATV and horse trail area. Initially, drivers encounter a fairly steep descent with rocky terrain that gradually transitions into a smoother surface as you approach the ATV and horse trail intersection. Con...
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This is a north/south trail accessible by OHVs (ATV, UTV, MX) and horseback ONLY. There are width restriction gates on both ends, limiting vehicles to approximately 72" max width. The trail has several shallow mud holes with firm bottoms. There is a 370-foot elevation difference between the ends of ...
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Copper Spring is a well-maintained trail that shows signs of recent logging activity, with a generally smooth driving surface interspersed with rocky and bumpy sections. Travelers will encounter several ascents and descents along the route, including a few creek crossings, as the trail winds through...
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Very short trail out to the popular Buzzard's Rock overlook. The trail is accessible by OHV (ATV, UTV, MX) only and not legal for any other vehicle type. The trail goes past a very large campsite and pond called Huckleberry Pond. The trail can be very slimy and muddy during wet weather. There is a r...
Learn more about Buzzard's Rock (Huckleberry Pond) - Trail 96022B

Eickleberry Road is a maintained gravel road alternating between wide and narrow sections, featuring several relatively steep ascents and descents. Numerous smaller trails branch off the main route, and a few dispersed campsites with fire rings can be found along the way. The trail climbs to the top...
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Barber Ridge Trail begins as a narrow, winding route that traverses a scenic forest, bordered by private properties. The initial stretch is rugged, characterized by bumpy terrain, loose rocks, and tight turns. As the trail progresses, it opens up into a broader, well-maintained gravel road, providin...
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The Hickory Grove trail begins as a maintained gravel two-track, offering a pleasant drive through forested landscapes past private property and rural homesteads. The latter half transitions into a dusty, uneven, and winding route that, while not particularly challenging, requires careful navigation...
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This trail is a short but punchy hill climb that offers a solid challenge with loose rock, shelves, and steep grades in a classic Ozark hardwood forest setting. The route features a steady climb with multiple technical sections, including rock shelves and ledges that require careful tire placement, ...
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Spring Lake Northern Access Road is a wide, well-maintained route that winds through scenic farmland, offering a peaceful and open drive. However, the trail surface is severely corrugated, particularly on the ascents and descents, making cautious driving essential to avoid vehicle damage. While the ...
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This trail is smooth and easy for the most part and mainly follows a dirt road. Conditions were dry during the summer, but they may change during the rainy season. The route includes a few shallow creek crossings, a decent-sized pond, deer sightings, and several nice campsites.
Learn more about Reville

This long, winding trail ascends into the mountains, eventually reaching elevations where the forest transitions almost entirely to shortleaf pine. The road is primarily gravel and generally well maintained, though it narrows in places and becomes rocky and bumpy, with several stream crossings--some...
Learn more about Green Bench Road

Bramlett is a rugged two-track trail that starts bumpy, briefly smooths out, and then deteriorates into a rocky, winding path featuring several mud pits and a steep, off-camber section when approached from the north. Drivers will also encounter large off-camber humps, scattered rocks, and a few stre...
Learn more about Bramlett R

This is a pretty short, basic, run-of-the-mill dirt road that leads to some very nice scenic areas. The road is smooth for the most part, with no ruts or mud holes, making it more of a Sunday drive down a backroad. There are plenty of deer along this road, so use caution, and a bunch of rabbits may ...
Learn more about Rich Mountain Byway

This trail is smooth and easy for the most part and mainly follows a dirt road. Conditions were dry during the summer, but they may change during the rainy season. The route includes a few shallow creek crossings, a decent-sized pond, deer sightings, and several nice campsites.
Learn more about Reville

This long, winding trail ascends into the mountains, eventually reaching elevations where the forest transitions almost entirely to shortleaf pine. The road is primarily gravel and generally well maintained, though it narrows in places and becomes rocky and bumpy, with several stream crossings--some...
Learn more about Green Bench Road

Bramlett is a rugged two-track trail that starts bumpy, briefly smooths out, and then deteriorates into a rocky, winding path featuring several mud pits and a steep, off-camber section when approached from the north. Drivers will also encounter large off-camber humps, scattered rocks, and a few stre...
Learn more about Bramlett R

This is a pretty short, basic, run-of-the-mill dirt road that leads to some very nice scenic areas. The road is smooth for the most part, with no ruts or mud holes, making it more of a Sunday drive down a backroad. There are plenty of deer along this road, so use caution, and a bunch of rabbits may ...
Learn more about Rich Mountain Byway