Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Queen City, Texas

This is a maintained gravel road in Mercer Bayou Wildlife Area. Mercer Bayou is a gut located just 18.4 miles from Texarkana, in Miller County, in the state of Arkansas, United States, near Jonesville, AR. Sightings of the Boggy Creek Monster have been reported in this area. The road is normally in ...
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This route starts off of Hwy 67 just west of Texarkana and goes to the low water bridge that crosses part of Wright Patman Lake. There are plenty of areas to fish. Bring a kayak because there is water access on each side of the bridge and plenty of parking. The low water bridge does close when heav...
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This easy scenic drive is ideal for beginners, families, and outdoor enthusiasts looking for convenient access to primitive camping and a boat launch on the Sulphur River. Starting at the intersection of Highway 67 and Highway 8 near Maud, Texas, this 4.4-mile route crosses railroad tracks and follo...
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This 30-mile route follows along the Northside of the Red River. This East to West route is almost completely gravel roads. The roads are maintained but can be nasty after or during rains. Although you may not see a lot of the river, you will see lots of pasture land with livestock, creeks with brid...
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This is a rural dirt road that winds through open cattle fields, featuring minor washes along the route. The road surface is a mix of gravel and red dirt, with narrow passing lanes in certain areas that require caution when meeting oncoming traffic. It is generally passable in dry conditions but can...
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Old Stagecoach road is made up of a mix of rock, sand, and dirt. When wet you get a red clay that can be slick as ice. There are some rocks in the road about 8 inches in diameter. Some narrow washouts across the road are 8-plus inches deep. Logging trucks have been traveling sections of the road an...
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This 13,626-acre area is composed of 5,866 acres of state-owned land and 7,760 acres leased from International Paper and Potlatch timber companies.The primary objective of this management area is to provide high-quality wildlife habitat and public hunting opportunities. Bois d' Arc Lake provides ex...
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This 13,626-acre area is composed of 5,866 acres of state-owned land and 7,760 acres leased from International Paper and Potlatch timber companies.The primary objective of this management area is to provide high-quality wildlife habitat and public hunting opportunities. Bois d'Arc Lake provides exc...
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Tower Ends at Private Fishing Club is a 10.1-mile point-to-point gravel route near the Red River in southwest Arkansas. Suitable for beginners and high-clearance vehicles, this double-track road winds through flat agricultural fields and wooded lowlands. The route climbs gently from 231 feet to 403 ...
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This loose gravel road ends at the Little River. There is a boat ramp and dispersed camping on the riverside. Not far out of the small town of Fulton, Arkansas, this road provides beautiful views of the river, pasture, and plenty of livestock. This used to be a ferry site for Allen's Ferry. The Red...
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This 13,626-acre area is composed of 5,866 acres of state-owned land and 7,760 acres leased from International Paper and Potlatch timber companies.The primary objective of this management area is to provide high-quality wildlife habitat and public hunting opportunities. Bois d' Arc Lake provides ex...
Learn more about Dr. Lester Sitzes III Bois D'Arc WMA

This 13,626-acre area is composed of 5,866 acres of state-owned land and 7,760 acres leased from International Paper and Potlatch timber companies.The primary objective of this management area is to provide high-quality wildlife habitat and public hunting opportunities. Bois d' Arc Lake provides ex...
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This trail has a bit of asphalt, dirt, and gravel. It goes to a cemetery and dead-ends at an oil structure. This trail is north of Ivan Lake and northwest of Williams Lake. You will also see an old deserted house on the right-hand side of the road.
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This track takes you to Finger Point Landing on Bois d'Arc Lake in Arkansas. This 13,626-acre area is composed of 5,866 acres of state-owned land and 7,760 acres leased from International Paper and Potlatch timber companies. The primary objective of this management area is to provide high-quality wi...
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Nacatoch Ravines Natural Area protects a continuum of plant communities that occur along the transition from the upland blackland prairies to the low bottomlands along the Little River. It contains one of the largest, and most intact, examples of mesic (moderately moist), dry-mesic, and dry upland f...
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Gravel road through farmland. One end is at Highway 355 and the other is at Nacatoch Ravines where you can continue to Columbus. There are no gates. This will join up with a trail that continues to Columbus. Expect muddy roads if wet. This trail can be dusty when dry.
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This dirt road can be muddy and rutted when wet. The South end is at a intersection ,that heading west, goes to Nacatoch Ravines Natural Area . The North end is at HWY 73 Intersection. Just across HWY 73 a road will go to Rick Evans Grandview Prairie. There is a old cemetery along this trail called ...
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This gravel road passes through the Ivan Lake area. There are a few primitive camping spots (permit required), a beautiful fishing lake, and restrooms. This trail exits the park area and heads Northwest towards Arkansas. This is in the Bayou Bodcau WMA, and all WMA rules apply. There is plenty of wi...
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The Pond Creek East Side Route is an easy, scenic gravel drive through the Pond Creek National Wildlife Refuge that is perfect for any skill level looking to explore the banks of the Cossatot River. Beginning just off Highway 59, this route follows River Road westward through a dense canopy of botto...
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The Arkansas Overland Route - Section 1 - Falcon Bottoms Back Roads is designed for overland beginners and scenic travelers looking for an easy, low-dust gateway into southern Arkansas's expansive backcountry. Starting off Highway 82 east of Texarkana, this 18-mile point-to-point track heads north a...
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This is a rural dirt road that winds through open cattle fields, featuring minor washes along the route. The road surface is a mix of gravel and red dirt, with narrow passing lanes in certain areas that require caution when meeting oncoming traffic. It is generally passable in dry conditions but can...
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We Show ** Park Rating: 2/5 ** Technical Rating: 2/10 ** Detailed Notes ** Very tight, short trail designed for short wheelbase rigs. Not recommended for full-size rigs due to sharp turns and narrow lines. Multiple dirt bike crossings. A fun small obstacle at the end that requires a lift but has a b...
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Linda Gail ** Park Rating: 2/5 ** Technical Rating: 3/10 ** Detailed Notes ** Scenic and beginner-friendly trail with multiple rocky creek crossings. Off-camber sections and small rocky obstacles present learning opportunities without big risks. Bypasses exist for all challenging areas. Watch for di...
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Sunday Cruise Bypass ** Park Rating: 2/5 ** Technical Rating: 3/10 ** Detailed Notes ** Loose rocks, dirt, and clay; tight canyon-style walls and a water crossing. Steep inclines and declines, but no major ledges. Becomes more slick and tricky after rain. One-directional design makes it straightforw...
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This is a rural dirt road that winds through open cattle fields, featuring minor washes along the route. The road surface is a mix of gravel and red dirt, with narrow passing lanes in certain areas that require caution when meeting oncoming traffic. It is generally passable in dry conditions but can...
Learn more about Tuckers Corner CR4306

We Show ** Park Rating: 2/5 ** Technical Rating: 2/10 ** Detailed Notes ** Very tight, short trail designed for short wheelbase rigs. Not recommended for full-size rigs due to sharp turns and narrow lines. Multiple dirt bike crossings. A fun small obstacle at the end that requires a lift but has a b...
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Linda Gail ** Park Rating: 2/5 ** Technical Rating: 3/10 ** Detailed Notes ** Scenic and beginner-friendly trail with multiple rocky creek crossings. Off-camber sections and small rocky obstacles present learning opportunities without big risks. Bypasses exist for all challenging areas. Watch for di...
Learn more about Linda Gail

Sunday Cruise Bypass ** Park Rating: 2/5 ** Technical Rating: 3/10 ** Detailed Notes ** Loose rocks, dirt, and clay; tight canyon-style walls and a water crossing. Steep inclines and declines, but no major ledges. Becomes more slick and tricky after rain. One-directional design makes it straightforw...
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