Outdoor Science and Learning
There are visitor centers and visitor programs available at this forest. Please see the locations below for more information.
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Dahl Memorial Trailhead
Site Open
Provides access to Upper Buffalo WildernessDriving Directions: From Fallsville, take AR Hwy 21 east for 1.25 miles to FS Rd 1463. Turn north on FS Rd 1463. Go 2 miles to FS Rd 92285A. Turn right and…
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…
Fairview Trailhead
Site Open
This area is situated on Arkansas 7 which is noted as one of the 10 most scenic highways in the United States. Gorgeous fall colors can be seen in October and November. Dogwood and Redbud blossoms…
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…
Haw Creek Falls
Site Open
Surrounded by a beautiful mature hardwood forest, Haw Creek Falls Point of Interest is located on a small mountain stream with picturesque falls, rocks, and a bluff. The Big Piney Wild and Scenic…
Horsehead Lake Recreation Area
Site Open
Horsehead Lake offers several amenities. It is managed cooperatively by the US Forest Service and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and provides a developed camping area, restroom facilities with…
Huckleberry Mountain
Established in 1989, the Huckleberry Mountain Horse Trail provides 37.3 miles of trail for multiple uses. Originally designed for horseback riding, the trail now provides recreation opportunities for…
Hurricane Creek Wilderness
Site Open
There are 15,307 acres with the Ozark Highlands Trail and Hurricane Creek Wild and Scenic River running through the middle of the area.
Lake Wedington Recreation Area
Mountain bike trails and boat ramp open.Lake Wedington is a 102-acre lake located 13 miles west of Fayetteville, AR on State Hwy 16. The area contains 6 historic cabins, a pavilion, volleyball…
Leatherwood Wilderness
Site Open
The Leatherwood Wilderness contains 16,838 acres are located on the Sylamore Ranger District. It lies approx 15 miles south of Mountain Home and 20 miles northwest of Mountain View, AR. It is…