Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Yellville, Arkansas

This is a beautiful scenic drive from Snowball, Arkansas to Tylers Bend Campground at the Buffalo National River. The trail follows along the roads Searcy County 13, Gateway Road, and Peter Cave Road. The beautiful…
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Starting off near Flat Arkansas, you make your way North towards Mt. Hersey and then follow the main gravel road down to Woolum. Please keep in mind of the water crossings and make sure to…
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This route begins as a well maintained graded county gravel road winding through dense hardwood forest and rolling Ozark hills. The road is generally wide enough for two vehicles to pass comfortably, with long sightlines,…
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This trail is located on the eastern side of the Ozark National Forrest. This trail shares the side of the Ozark National Forrest and one side with the Leatherwood Wilderness Management area. Use caution, as…
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This trail consists mostly of well-maintained gravel but includes winding, muddy sections and off-camber stretches caused by storm damage. The route features several very steep ascents and descents, especially near the beginning, where it drops…
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This route branches off Highway 341 and quickly narrows into a one vehicle wide trail winding through dense forest and thick pines. The trail surface constantly changes, giving the route a little bit of everything.…
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This trail offers a rewarding experience for those seeking both adventure and some of the best dispersed camping in this part of the Ozarks. It begins as a wide, smooth, and well-maintained road, but once…
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This narrow trail features a grassy center and winds gently through a beautiful forest landscape. While mostly smooth, it does have some bumpy sections that require attention. Numerous offshoots and smaller trails invite further exploration,…
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Racetrack Ridge (F.S. 167) is located in the Mark Twain National Forest. Located just a ways south of the Glade Top area. Primarily a rocky route with several water crossings, some mud holes, ledges, and…
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This trail offers both scenic beauty and a sense of historical significance as it climbs to the top of the mountain, where expansive views of the valley below reward the effort. Once an important route…
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This route begins with direct access off Highway 341 and quickly transitions into a lightly maintained forest trail winding through dense pine and hardwood forest. Along the route, drivers will pass through open grassy meadows…
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This is a beautiful Scenic backcountry driving through the Ozark National Forest. This is a great connection road for the area and it has stunning views. The trail starts off of Highway 123 by "Dick…
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This route winds through a dense forest of tall pine and hardwood trees on a mostly maintained gravel road. The trail is generally smooth and easy to navigate, though it remains only one vehicle wide…
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This route begins on a well-maintained gravel road near a local cemetery before transitioning into a narrower and less maintained forest service road deeper into the woods. The trail winds through dense pine and hardwood…
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Washington Bald Forest Service Road (FSR) 148A is an offshoot trail from Bald Tower - FSR148. This trail will run you along a small rock shelf to an opening where you will have scenic views…
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Bald Tower - Forest Service Road (FSR) 148 is an out and back trail that leads you to an open area where you can see 2 radio towers. Due to the lack of travel in…
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Roadkill Cafe FS 504 (or Lower West Fork) is a natural forestry road branching off the Glade Top National Scenic Byway within Mark Twain National Forest, Ava Unit. It is a mild example of a…
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This route travels through a dense forest filled with tall hardwoods and pines, creating a quiet and enclosed feel for most of the drive. The trail itself is narrow with a gravel base and only…
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This route is a continuation of Rosemary Knob and becomes noticeably narrower as the route pushes deeper into the forest. Thick overgrowth lines both sides of the route, with grass and vegetation growing heavily between…
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This out-and-back route travels through a mix of dense Ozark timber and open grassy clearings, giving the trail a secluded and remote feel. Much of the route is only one vehicle wide, so extra caution…
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This route is a very well-maintained gravel road that winds through the rolling countryside and dense woods of the Ozarks. The road surface is smooth and wide enough for two vehicles to pass comfortably in…
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This route is a narrow one-vehicle-wide trail that winds through a mix of wooded forest sections and open grassy meadows. Passing another vehicle could be difficult in several areas due to the tight tree cover…
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This unmaintained trail offers a challenging and enjoyable drive, with steep climbs and descents marked by deep ruts from past storm damage. Several off-camber sections and visible fire damage add to the rugged character of…
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Forest Service Road (FSR) 147A is an out and back trail that shoots off of Glade Top South - FS 147. You will be taken through the woods to a larger clearing so that you…
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Glade Top South FS 147 is the southern 9-mile section of the maintained gravel forestry road from Longrun, Missouri, to the Pinnacle Mountain intersection. This is part of the official Glade Top National Scenic Byway…
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This out-and-back trail is narrow and only wide enough for a single vehicle in most areas, making passing difficult if another group is encountered. The route winds through a quiet forest filled with tall hardwoods,…
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Pet Hollow FS 507A is a natural terrain forest service road within the Mark Twain National Forest Ava Unit, branching off the FS 507, as a part of the greater Glade Top National Forest Scenic…
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This long and winding trail travels through scenic forests and passes by private lands, including several well-kept homesteads situated near the midpoint. Although the route consists primarily of maintained gravel, drivers should expect some rougher…
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Fairview Church Forest Service Road (FSR) 170 is a short 1-mile-long trail that ends just before you reach private property. The trail has been blocked with large trees in the area to prevent people from…
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West Fork East FS 509 is a natural terrain forestry road branching off the Glade Top National Scenic Byway within the Mark Twain National Forest Ava Unit. The trail traverses through scattered treelines and glade…
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