Hogan Mountain Walk-In Turkey Hunting Area

Hogan Mountain Walk-In Turkey Hunting Area is located directly southwest of Dry Creek Wilderness. It provides 7,800 acres of quality hunting for the turkey hunter in Scott and Logan counties. Pursuant to 36 C.F.R. 261.50(a) and (b), the following forest roads are closed year-round:

• 285 from mile point 0.2 to end

• 286 from mile point 2.1 to end

• 635 from mile point 0.2 to end

• 875 from mile point 1.7 to end

All roads are used during timber sales and other administrative activities. The Ouachita National Forest prohibits off-road vehicle use in the area and also has implemented penalties for violations of the regulations. Violation of the prohibitions is punishable by a fine of not more than $500 or imprisonment for not more than 6 months, or both. Pursuant to 36 C.F.R. 261.50(e), persons with a permit from the U.S. Forest Service specifically authorizing an otherwise prohibited act are exempt from the order, along with federal, state or local law enforcement, and firefighting or rescue officers acting in an official capacity. For additional information, contact the Poteau Cold Springs Office at (479) 637-4174.