Ouachita National Forest

Trails (Visit the Maps Page for up to date information on trails)

Explore Our Beautiful Trails
Over 700 miles of trails await you on the Ouachita National Forest. The trails system includes trails and related facilities for hiking, mountain biking, all-terrain vehicles (ATV's), and equestrian. Hiking and interpretive trails range in lengths of less than 1 mile up to the 192-mile Ouachita National Recreation Trail, which traverses the entire forest from west to east. These trails vary in level of difficulty. The most challenging include rough terrain, steep grades and numerous water crossings like the Eagle Rock Loop on the Caddo District. The easiest are paved interpretive trails such as the Friendship Trail, a fully accessible (facilities which are accessible to disabled visitors) trail at the Jessieville Visitor Information Center.

One of the most popular trails for mountain biking is the Womble Trail, a 31-mile single-track trail that many people feel is the best of its kind in this area of the nation. Wolf Pen Gap is a popular trail for ATV riders because it provides a range of difficulty levels from the easiest to the most difficult. Many miles of equestrian trails are available for the enjoyment of horseback riders as well, from the simple trail with no facilities to the highly developed campground for horse users at Cedar Lake. Some trails are available for a variety of use (horses, mountain bikes and ATV's), while others are single use. Check with the local Forest Service office for information before your trip.

Other Useful OHV Links:
Forest Service OHV
National Off Highway Vehicle Conservation Council
United Four-Wheel Drive Associations
Ride 4 Keeps