Hiking - Lake Ouachita State Park
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Caddo Bend Trail
Length: 4 miles
Time: 3 hours
Difficulty: Strenuous
Brochure: Available at visitor center
Description: Nature lovers, photographers, and geologists will enjoy walking on the slopes near Lake Ouachita's Caddo Bend Trail. Wildflowers, large boulder gardens, an abundance of quartz, scenic views, and an observation deck overlooking the lake at the end of the point are some of the main attractions. The trail begins near the park amphitheater and circles the entire peninsula back to its beginning.
Location: 3 miles west of Hot Springs on U.S. 270, then 12 miles north on Hwy. 227
Dogwood Trail
Length: .5 mile
Time: 30 min.
Difficulty: Easy
Description: Perfect for a casual walk through the Ouachita National Forest, this trail highlights unique wildlife found throughout the region by interpretive signs.
Location: From Hot Springs, travel 3 miles west on U.S. 270, then 12 miles north on Hwy. 227 to the park
For Information:
Park Superintendent,
5451 Mountain Pine Road,
Mountain Pine,
AR
71956
, (501) 767-9366
lakeouachita@arkansas.com
- Contact Information
- 5451 Mountain Pine Road
Mountain Pine, AR 71956
- Email: lakeouachita@arkansas.com)
- To reach the park office or make campsite reservations call 501-767-9366
- ArkansasStateParks.com
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