Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
There are many places to fish in the forest.
Lake and Pond Fishing
Lake and Pond fishing is available in the forest.
River and Stream Fishing
River fishing is available in the forest.
Hunting
Hunting is permitted anywhere on the Ozark-St. Francis National Forests except within developed recreation sites, areas closed by the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission or otherwise posted areas. All state hunting and fishing regulations, fees, and seasons apply on national forest land. For more information contact the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission.
Recreational and Target Shooting
Target shooting is allowed in the forest check out some helpful information here.
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Barkshed Recreation Area
Site Open
Barkshed is a primitive camp near a clear mountain stream. It was the old "Barkshed Forest Camp" and was the show-off place for visitors to the forest. The picnic pavilion at the top of the hill was…
Bayou Bluff
Site Open
Located near the Illinois Bayou, the area exhibits picturesque bluffs and breathtaking scenery. Effective October 2021, Bayou Bluff became a Point of Interest. The fees are suspended for camping and…
Bear Creek Lake Recreation Area
Site Open
The 625-acre Bear Creek Lake Recreation Area has 30 miles of shore line and offers the following recreational opportunities: camping, picnicking, swimming, canoeing, fishing and hiking. Sitting atop…
Big Piney Ranger District
The Big Piney Ranger District is the largest district on the Ozark-St Francis National Forest, encompassing approximately 496,000 acres. The district boundaries include parts of Van Buren, Conway,…
Blanchard Springs Day-Use Area
Site Temporarily Closed
Blanchard Springs Day-Use Area is part of the Blanchard Springs Recreation Area. The area has picturesque rock bluffs, beautiful crystal clear streams and hiking available in the wooded hillsides.Â
Blanchard Springs Recreation Area
Site Open
The Blanchard Springs Recreation Area offers a rich outdoor experience. Stroll on the paved trail to where Blanchard Springs gushes as a waterfall from the hillside. Swim in the clear waters of the…
Brock Creek Lake Recreation Area
Site Open
Brock Creek Recreation Area is located near the 35-acre Brock Creek Lake. Primitive campground: pack-it-in, pack-it-out trash. No trash services. No water available. No reservations. Sites available…
Cove Lake Recreation Area
Site Open
A 160-acre mountain lake near Magazine Mountain - the highest point in Arkansas with an elevation of 2,753 feet provides a great summer get-away for many. Concession services include boat rentals,…
East Fork Wilderness
Site Open
The East Fork Wilderness takes its name from the East Fork of the Illinois Bayou, which bisects the wilderness from the northeast to southwest. The Area encompasses 10,777 acres along the southern…
Gunner Pool Recreation Area
Site Open
The Gunner Pool Recreation Area offers a campground stretching along the scenic North Sylamore Creek. Campsites are shady and private, but have no electrical or water hook-ups. This recreation area…