Van Buren, Arkansas

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Top Hiking Spots in and near Van Buren

  • Van Buren, Arkansas

    Crack in the Rock Trail

    5.0
    1.36 mi / 154 ft gain
    Crack in the Rock Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Van Buren, Arkansas.
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  • Alma, Arkansas

    Lake Alma Hiking Trail

    5.0
    3.66 mi / 295 ft gain
    Lake Alma Hiking Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Alma, Arkansas.
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  • Winslow, Arkansas

    Devil's Den Trail

    5.0
    1.26 mi / 315 ft gain
    The Devil's Den Trail, in Devil's Den State Park, is a haven of vivid green along Lee Creek. This is the perfect hike for families, photographers, and those new to the Ozarks. The trail is a modest 1 1/2 miles with little elevation gain. In that compact span it weaves past gravity fed seeps, dri...
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  • West Fork, Arkansas

    Yellow Rock Trail

    4.0
    3.25 mi / 531 ft gain
    Yellow Rock Trail offers an easy loop hike with stunning views of the Ozark Mountains. The trail is located just south of Fayetteville, AR in Devil’s Den State Park. From the entrance, follow the main road past the visitors center. You’ll pass a small lake and recreational area on the left. T...
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  • Mulberry, Arkansas

    Backpack along Hurricane Creek

    6 mi
    After arriving at the trailhead near the Shores Lake Campground (there is a $3 parking fee, so bring cash), head along the path and go west at the T-junction. Continue going west/northwest and you’ll cross over a forest road. Stay on the trail as it gradually descends, then veer off-trail to the ...
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  • Winslow, Arkansas

    White Rock Rim Trail

    5.0
    2.08 mi / 335 ft gain
    The trail around the Rim of White Rock Mountain is one of the best trails for vantage points.  Nestled in the beautiful Boston Mountains in north central area of Arkansas.  The White Rock Rim trail is an easy 2 mile loop trail that is moderately hiked year round.  Start at the parking area and he...
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  • Muskogee, Oklahoma

    Ankle Express Trail to the Swinging Bridge

    3.0
    4.96 mi / 390 ft gain
    With beautiful lakeside views and a swinging bridge as a destination, the Ankle Express hiking trail in Greenleaf State Park provides a decent amount of uphill hiking and scenery. The Ankle Express trail head is located just across the Deer Run campground at Greenleaf State Park. There is parkin...
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  • Muskogee, Oklahoma

    Greenleaf Trail Loop (Lower Segment)

    5.0
    4.96 mi / 377 ft gain
    Greenleaf Trail Loop (Lower Segment) is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Braggs, Oklahoma.
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  • Hodgen, Oklahoma

    Backpack the Horsethief Springs Trail

    12.7 mi / 1100 ft gain
    Park your car in the east parking lot at Cedar Lake and you will find the trailhead on the southeast side of the lot. You will immediately head south on the Horse Thief Springs Trail. There are several cutoffs and side trails along this route, but follow the white blazes on the trees and you will...
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