Jack Creek Recreation Area

Jack Creek Recreation Area is located in a picturesque setting alongside towering rock bluffs and flowing waters and offers a primitive campground. The area was constructed in the 1930’s by the Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) and displays several unique, historic facilities. No water/electric available.

General Information

There is a short trail that climbs a couple of hundred feet to a recently restored rock overlook vista that offers a panoramic view of whispering pine trees and colorful fall vegetation. Also from Jack Creek Recreation Area is a trailhead for the Hole-In-The-Ground Mountain Hiking Trail and Sugar Creek Hiking Trail. Hole-In-The-Ground Trail is not a loop trail and extends approximately four miles in length. The Sugar Creek Hiking Trail extends approximately three miles connecting Jack Creek to Knopper’s Ford Recreation Area.

Open seasonally.

No fee

Address: 1541 AR-248 Waldron, AR 72958
Phone: (479) 637-4174
Hours: Visitor center open Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 35.0339235

Longitude: -93.8485018

Directions

Take Arkansas Hwy. 23 south from Booneville, AR for 2 miles; turn left (east) on Arkansas Hwy. 116 for 1 mile; then south at sign on paved County Road for 4 miles; then 1 mile south on Forest Service Road 19; turn left (east) on Forest Service Road 141 for 1 mile.