Wolf Pen Gap
Featuring high mountain vistas, the trail leads the rider through an array of areas, including scenic Gap Creek and Board Camp Creek. The trail continues through a forest of large pines and hardwoods before passing the unique 2-footed oak tree and an abandoned mine shaft. The trail loops are connected to accommodate riders who want to vary the length of their trips. Helmet use is recommended!
Reservations
General Information
WOLF PEN GAP TRAIL COMPLEX
ORDER NO. OA-MENA-02-2024
THE FOLLOWING PROHIBITED ACTS ARE SET FORTH IN 36 CFR 261.54, 261.55, AND 261.58:
261.54(e) and 261.55(a). Operating an off road vehicle in area after sundown or before sunrise.
261.54(e) and 261.55(a). Operating any motorized vehicle when seasonally closed; closed for maintenance; or closed for short-term resource protection due to wet conditions (wet weather management plan).
261.54(f). Operating any motorized vehicle carelessly, recklessly or without regard for the rights and safety of other persons or in a manner or at a speed that would endanger or be likely to endanger any person or property.
261.54(a) and 261.55(b) Using a tracked vehicle.
261.58(e) Camping in other than designated campsites.
These prohibitions are in addition to the general prohibitions at 36 CFR part 261, Subpart A.
Designated routes are typically seasonally open from the first Friday of March each year, through Oct. 31. Two holiday periods will open the trail system to OHV use: from three days prior to Thanksgiving through two days after Thanksgiving, and from Dec. 22 through Jan. 2.
All Opening dates are dependent on weather conditions at the time. The trail system can close when heavy rain occurs or is predicted. Please contact Mena-Oden Ranger District at 479-394-2382 for additional information.
No permit needed.
ORDER NO. OA-MENA-02-2024
THE FOLLOWING PROHIBITED ACTS ARE SET FORTH IN 36 CFR 261.54, 261.55, AND 261.58:
261.54(e) and 261.55(a). Operating an off road vehicle in area after sundown or before sunrise.
261.54(e) and 261.55(a). Operating any motorized vehicle when seasonally closed; closed for maintenance; or closed for short-term resource protection due to wet conditions (wet weather management plan).
261.54(f). Operating any motorized vehicle carelessly, recklessly or without regard for the rights and safety of other persons or in a manner or at a speed that would endanger or be likely to endanger any person or property.
261.54(a) and 261.55(b) Using a tracked vehicle.
261.58(e) Camping in other than designated campsites.
These prohibitions are
No fee.
Address: 1603 Hwy 71 N Mena, AR 71953
Phone: (479) 394-2382
Hours: Visitor center open Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 34.452467
Longitude: -94.027031
Directions
West Trailhead: From Mena, take State Highway 8 east for 1 mile to Arkansas 375, then south 8 miles to the trailhead near County Road 277.
South Trailhead: Farther south on Arkansas 375 on the left.
East Trailhead: From Mena take Hwy. 8 east about 20 miles (about 1 mile east of Big Fork), turn right on Polk County Rd. 83 (Forest Road 38), travel 5 miles to the East Trailhead.
North Trailhead: From Mena, take Hwy. 8 east of 10 miles to Polk County Rd. 61, travel 3.5 miles, turn right at the sign, go 1/2 mile to the North Trailhead.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
