Trail Overview
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 access is not guaranteed. The trail passes through areas where logging operations are in full swing, with large machinery actively processing and swinging freshly cut trees, creating potentially hazardous conditions that demand caution. Fortunately, the logging crews encountered were friendly and paused their work to allow safe passage. However, locked gates are common in this area, and travelers should be prepared to turn around or backtrack if access is blocked.
History
The Ouachita National Forest, stretches across western Arkansas and southeastern Oklahoma and is the oldest national forest in the southern United States and spans over 1.8 million acres. Known for the unique east-to-west orientation of the Ouachita Mountains, the forest features diverse terrain, dense woodlands, and sweeping vistas.