Athens Big Fork Trail
Rather than running east to west along creek beds like other trails on the Caddo-Womble Ranger District, this trail runs north to south across the mountains. Crossing eight mountains, the trail is considered extremely strenuous. Trail features include spectacular views of the Ouachita Mountains from such high points as Eagle Rock Vista, Brushheap Mountain and Hurricane Knob. A geologic outcropping, located 150 feet south of the highest point on Brushy Mountain adds to the hiker's experience.
At a Glance
Operational Hours: | Open year round. |
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Fees: | No fees. |
Usage: | Light-Medium |
Best Season: | April-May; September-November |
Busiest Season: | October-November |
Closest Towns: | Glenwood, Arkansas. |
Operated By: | Caddo-Womble Ranger District 870-867-2101 |
General Information
Directions:
• Southern trailhead: Take Highway 246 west from Athens to Forest Road 38. Turn right on Forest Road 38 for 9/10 mile. Turn right on Weyerhaeuser Road 53800 for 7/10 mile, then left on Forest Road B23F and follow it 9/10 mile to the trailhead sign. • Northern trailhead: Take Highway 8 from Big Fork to Forest Road 38 and turn south. Travel for 1.5 miles to Forest Road B15. The trailhead is at the end of the road. • Interior trailheads: Located on Forest Roads 25 and 106.
Activities
Mountain Biking
The trail is unsurfaced. The trail is marked with white rectangles.
Status: | Open |
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Difficulty Level: | Most Difficult |
Day Hiking
The trail is unsurfaced. The trail is marked with white rectangles.
Status: | Open |
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Difficulty Level: | Most Difficult |
Backpacking
The trail is unsurfaced. The trail is marked with white rectangles.
Status: | Open |
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Difficulty Level: | Most Difficult |