The Hidden World of Fire and Ash Hike

Join a park interpreter at the trailhead to hike the Dam Mountain Trail to explore how fire, often misunderstood as purely destructive, plays a vital role in shaping the Ouachita Forest. You’ll discover how fire supports biodiversity, benefits wildlife, and maintains forest health. This thought-provoking hike will challenge the way you think about flames in the natural world. This is a difficult 4.5-mile hike that will take about 3 hours to complete. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring along water and snacks.