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Hiking - Crater of Diamonds State Park

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Little Missouri River Trail

Length: 1.2 miles
Time: 1 hour
Difficulty: Easy

Description: The trail winds its way through the woods from the campground to the scenic Little Missouri River. The trail then loops back through the forest to the trailhead. This trail provides a relaxing one hour hike over level terrain. Half of the trail has paved barrier-free access, and is the longest wheelchair accessible trail in southwest Arkansas. The unpaved left-hand section of the trail is easily walked.

Location: Two miles southeast of Murfreesboro on Hwy. 301



Prospector Trail

Length: 1.2 miles
Time: 3/4 to 1 hour
Difficulty: Easy

Description: This easily traversed trail offers visitors a first-hand view of the park's unique geological features. The rock outcroppings along the west side of the trail are uncommon for this geographical area. An entry fee to the diamond search area is required to hike this trail.

Location: Two miles southeast of Murfreesboro on Hwy. 301



Wildlife Observation Blind Trail

Length: .2 mile
Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

Description: This short and easily traversed trail leads visitors to a wildlife observation blind. Whitetail deer, gray squirrels, armadillos, numerous bird species, and other wildlife may be observed from the blind

Location: 2 miles southeast of Murfreesboro on Hwy. 301



For Information: Park Superintendent, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR  71958 , (870) 285-3113
http://www.craterofdiamondsstatepark.com
craterofdiamonds@arkansas.com

Contact Information
209 State Park Road
Murfreesboro, AR 71958
870-285-3113
www.craterofdiamondsstatepark.com
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