Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Vandervoort, Arkansas

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 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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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 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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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 trail isn't maintained, but locals use it often to get between Wickes and Vandervoort, so it stays pretty passable. It's a bit rough in spots, and we had to clear a fallen tree when…
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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 trail begins high in the mountainous forest and descends into lush, green farmland, eventually leading to Route 4, which connects to the towns of Wickes and Vandervoort. It serves as an active logging route…
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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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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 is a basic road with a wonderfully scenic view of the back side of the Broken Bow Lake area, This runs by a wildlife area and is the access road to lots of national…
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This trail follows a long stretch of well-maintained gravel road that ascends and then descends a forested mountain. The route offers a scenic and winding drive through dense woodland, with one or two river crossings…
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This trail serves as an active logging road that climbs into a region marked by recent tree cutting and burn activity. It is frequently used by logging vehicles, so drivers should proceed with caution and…
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Forest Road 20670 is a well-maintained logging road that offers a scenic drive through remote forested terrain. The route passes through a U.S. Forest Service gate, which may be seasonally closed during the winter months--always…
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This trail follows a well-maintained gravel logging road that winds through active timber-cutting areas. The route is dusty, particularly in dry conditions, and drivers should remain alert for fast-moving logging trucks that may appear without…
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Gravel roads that are in the Howard County WMA. These gravel roads are well maintained but can be muddy when wet. This trail ends at a circle turn around. Gates can be closed at times.…
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This trail presents a moderate to challenging drive and is best suited for capable, high-clearance vehicles. It winds tightly through dense forest, often narrowing to the point where pinstriping is a concern. Sections of the…
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This scenic trail winds narrowly through the forest, offering a peaceful drive along a route that is generally in good condition. Numerous side trails and private roads branch off from the main path, so drivers…
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This trail is an active logging road characterized by rocky terrain, heavy dust, and off-camber sections caused by water damage. It is possible to complete a circular route if all logging gates are open, but…
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Gillham Road is a gravel road that, in some places, can become a rough ride. This adventure leads to Gillham Dam and Cossatot Reefs Campground. There are also a couple of other campgrounds further down…
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This narrow dual-track trail is unmaintained and features a rocky surface, but it remains easy and enjoyable to drive with a capable vehicle. It winds through forested terrain where dry firewood is abundant, though fire…
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This trail offers a scenic and enjoyable drive through forested terrain, following a relatively wide and generally well-maintained path. The road winds gently with a few switchbacks, and a mix of ascents and descents that…
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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 trail is a functional, well-maintained gravel road used primarily for logging operations. As it serves as an active haul route, drivers should remain vigilant for fast-moving logging trucks and be prepared to yield. The…
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This is a relatively narrow but well-maintained trail that appears to be lightly traveled, gradually ascending into a logging zone and areas of cleared forest. While the initial stretch passes through recently cut sections, the…
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This trail is narrow, rugged, and appears to be infrequently traveled. Departing from the 24500 trail, it begins with a rocky descent followed by a river crossing, then climbs steadily toward a cleared logging area.…
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This trail follows a wide gravel road that is rocky in sections but generally easy to navigate. It ascends into a cleared area of forest that feels stark and exposed, but the landscape becomes more…
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This trail is a relatively narrow, unmaintained dual track with a rocky surface, but it is easy and enjoyable to drive as it winds through dense forest. At the end of the trail, there is…
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Although this trail is marked as private on Google Maps, only portions of it appear to be on private land, and it seems to provide a shortcut back to the main gravel logging roads. The…
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This well-maintained gravel trail branches off from a paved road and winds its way into a mixed-use area that serves as both a wildlife reserve and a logging zone. The drive is pleasant, passing through…
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