Find Arkansas hiking trails, ATV trails, mountain biking trails and more in Arkansas state parks! Search by difficulty level, trail type and location to find the best trail for your excursion. From Arkansas mountain biking trails to Arkansas ATV trails and beyond, scenic beauty and wildlife abound on all trails in Arkansas state parks. Additional information and advice about can be obtained from each park.
Search by difficulty level to find trails that offer just the right amount of challenge.
- Easy trails tend to be flat and well marked and are generally shorter than other trails.
- Moderate trails have more elevation change and may have a more rugged trail path with roots and rocks to cross.
- Strenuous trails tend to be longer, may have extreme elevation changes, may include stream crossing and may follow along bluff lines.
Arkansas Hiking Trails
The Arkansas State Parks offer a wide variety of Arkansas hiking experiences. Cane Creek State Park offers the hike-in campsites and shelters on the Cane Creek Lake Trail. For day hikes, the Waterfowl Way Trail at Millwood State Park offers a level path with the possibility of seeing lots of wildlife including beavers at an active beaver lodge and an alligator "hole". For one state park that offers two types of hikes, try Pinnacle Mountain State Park. The East Summit Trail goes up the east side of Pinnacle and is rated strenuous and offers adventurous hikers a wild day! The Kingfisher Trail winds through the floodplain of the Little Maumelle River and is a hard-surfaced, barrier-free trail with unique plants, wildflowers, birds and wildlife.
Arkansas Mountain Biking Trails
Arkansas mountain biking trails are available at nine Arkansas State Parks including White Oak Lake State Park, Mount Nebo State Park and Bull Shoals-White River State Park.
Arkansas Horseback Riding Trails
Arkansas horseback riding trails are available at Devil's Den State Park, Mount Magazine State Park,Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, and Village Creek State Park.
Arkansas Kayaking Trails
The Cane Creek Kayak Trail at Cane Creek State Park allows paddlers the opportunity to float through a "sea" of lily pads and get up close to a beaver lodge.
Things to remember before heading down a trail in an Arkansas state park:
STAY ON MARKED TRAILS - Leaving established trails often creates new and confusing trails. This can also destroy rare and delicate wildflowers, and cause detrimental erosion.
WATCH YOUR STEP - Some trails take you to the brink of bluffs. To avoid accidents, be cautious of loose or wet rocks. Be aware of rough terrain. Wear hiking boots, carry walking sticks, and drink plenty of water.
DO NO HARM - Cutting switchbacks, picking flowers, throwing rocks, and littering are a few ways people destroy the very environment they came to enjoy. All plants and animals are protected within the park.
AVOID UNWANTED ENCOUNTERS - Poison ivy is a common plant along many trails. Snakes will be seen from time to time. To avoid encounters with either, remain on designated trails.
BE SAFE - Mountain Bikers and other cyclists should always wear a helmet in the park and on trails. Kayakers and canoeists should have adequate floatation devices.
Always let someone know where you are going and when you expect to return. Take plenty of water with you. Trail maps are often available from the park office or visitor center.
To ensure you enjoy your state park experience, be aware of the natural world. There are some areas that are potentially hazardous to all visitors. Since it is impractical to post signs at all danger points, use caution when approaching such areas as cliffs, caves, heavily wooded areas, swamps, streams, and lakes. Adults are responsible for children in their care. If unsure about possible hazards, check at the visitor center.
