Arkansas
Looking for the best chillin in Arkansas? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Arkansas. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Chillin Spots in and near Arkansas
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Hagarville, Arkansas
Pam's Grotto Trail
4.00.92 mi / 384 ft gainGetting to this trailhead is the most difficult part. The small parking area/campground is located about a half mile east of the Haw Creek Falls Campground. You will see a pull off on the east side of the road where you can park your car. Once you are ready to hit the trail you will cross the ro...Read more -
Mena, Arkansas
Drive the Talimena Scenic Byway
4.3The Talimena Scenic Byway is one of the highlights of the Ouachita National Forest. Running 54 miles along the crest of the Rich and Winding Stair Mountains, the drive is surprisingly easy and never boring. The whole drive is worth taking, but the Arkansas portion arguably has the most scenic por...Read more -
Hot Springs, Arkansas
Hike Hot Springs Mountain then Soak at Buckstaff Bathhouse
3.85 miStart your day at the Buckstaff Bathhouse. I would recommend doing the hike first and the traditional bath experience after, but depending on the day and time of year, the bathhouse may be closed in the afternoon. You can check their hours here. After you buy a ticket and store your belongings, ...Read more -
Witts Springs, Arkansas
Richland Falls and Twin Falls of Richland Creek
4.04.8 mi / 472 ft gainThe hike to Richland Falls and Twin Falls of Richland creek begins at the Richland Creek Campground. From the entrance of the campground take the road to the right heading to the day use area. The trailhead is found at the end of the day use area. The trail immediately begins with a crossing of...Read more -
Harrison, Arkansas
Indian Creek to The Eye Of The Needle
5.04.27 mi / 705 ft gainStarting at approx. 900' in elevation, this 5 mile out and back hike ascends 700' in elevation to 1,400 at the highest point- The Eye of The Needle. The trail head is located next to the Buffalo River sign at Kyles Landing on the West side of the campground. You will follow the trail less than ...Read more -
Dardanelle, Arkansas
Hike the Rim Trail at Mount Nebo SP
3.03.57 mi / 226 ft gainThe official trailhead for the Rim Trail can be found on the north side of Country Rd 92, but it seems to be much easier to start the hike right behind the visitors center. There is more parking spaces and you can purchase any last minute items you may have forgotten before you start. To find the...Read more -
Heber Springs, Arkansas
Paddle the Little Red River
The Little Red starts at the base of Greers Ferry Dam. This river is crystal clear and is stocked with trout. Water temperature stays at around 46° F, so there is always a dense fog over the water creating a beautiful gloss over the area. Over time pieces of mountain have made their way down in a...Read more -
North Little Rock, Arkansas
Explore the Old Mill At T.R. Pugh Memorial ParK
5.0Street parking is located just outside the main park gates. Park hours our sunrise to sunset.The Old Mill was built in 1933 as a historic replica of mills used in the in the 1880's. Some of the features in the mill are actual historic relics dating back over 150 years. The park grounds are beauti...Read more -
Morrilton, Arkansas
Camp at Petit Jean SP
Located between Ft. Smith and Little Rock, just south of Interstate 40, you will find the state treasure that is Petit Jean State Park. Its central location makes it very easy for any one to visit. The main hub of the State Park is the beautiful Mather Lodge, which has a rooms to rent, a restaura...Read more -
Jasper, Arkansas
Hike to Steel Creek Overlook
2.8 miThis hike begins at the popular Steel Creek Campground area along the Buffalo National River just outside of Ponca, Arkansas. You can park anywhere in the grass just to the left where the pavement turns into gravel at the bottom of the hillside. To reach the trailhead simply walk back up the ro...Read more -
Harrison, Arkansas
Hike to Paige Falls and Broadwater Hollow Falls
5.00.5 mi / 100 ft gainAlthough there is no official trailhead, Paige and Broadwater Hollow Falls can be accessed off of NC 2660 in Compton, Arkansas. Once on NC 2660, head straight down this rugged gravel road for approximately 2 miles. Soon you’ll reach a sharp bend to the left with a small parking area just before...Read more -
Witts Springs, Arkansas
Hike Pedestal Rocks Loop
4.52.2 mi / 200 ft gainShortly after the trailhead, you’ll come to a three-way intersection. Head straight on Pedestal Rocks Trail to make a counterclockwise loop. Follow through the woods until you reach the bluff line. Check out the ledges along the way and you’ll begin to see the pedestal rock formations. There ar...Read more -
Dardanelle Township, Arkansas
Camp at Mount Nebo SP
4.0Mount Nebo State Park is just 12 miles southwest of Russellville, AR, home of Arkansas Tech University. With its proximity to the university and other large cities, it makes visiting Mount Nebo an easy trip. The last few miles on Country Road 155 takes you through switch backs up the mountain, an...Read more -
Mena, Arkansas
Hike to Little Missouri Falls
4.00.25 miThis beautiful waterfall in the Ouachita National Forest is only a short distance along Little Missouri Trail. There is a picnic area by the parking lot, as well. Add on the nearby Crooked Creek Falls to your day for another photo-worthy stop.Read more -
Bella Vista, Arkansas
Tanyard Creek Nature Trail
4.52 mi / 217 ft gainTanyard Creek Nature Trail is tucked away in the Bella Vista, Arkansas area. The trail may be a small loop of 2.2 miles, but offers everything you crave from any scenic hike. Also, the land is on private property, but open to the public. You'll start off in semi urban neighborhood with a large ...Read more -
Jasper, Arkansas
Buffalo River Trail: Ponca to Steel Creek
4.35 mi / 1079 ft gainStart this adventure by crossing the Ponca Low Water Bridge over the beautiful Buffalo National River and proceed up the path till you reach the trail sign on the other side. You have the option of going either right or left at this point, follow the sign to the left and you will see a gate (sim...Read more