Recreation
The 1.2-million acre Ozark-St. Francis National Forests offer endless opportunities for adventure. As one of America's most scenic and picturesque areas, the Ozark-St. Francis provides a lot of the "natural" in the Natural State of Arkansas.
A variety of developed and dispersed recreation opportunities await you on the forests. Hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, floating, kayaking, boating, camping, picnicking, swimming, hunting, fishing, four-wheeler riding and taking pictures are just some of the activities people enjoy while visiting the forests. Each of the recreation areas, trails, wilderness areas or wild and scenic rivers provides unique opportunities to observe nature and enjoy your favorite outdoor activities from cavern tours to hunting black bear and white-tail deer. The Ozark-St. Francis National Forests have something for everyone and are on the way to almost everywhere in Arkansas!
NEW! Recreation.gov "Scan & Pay" now available at certain recreation areas
Visitors are now able to find several recreation sites online at Recreation.gov and through the Recreation.gov mobile app where they will be able to purchase day-use passes. It is important to download the app or purchase online in advance, since cellular reception on the Forest may be unreliable. After the app is installed, visitors will be able to make payments regardless of reception. The Recreation.gov mobile app is available to the public for free download on iOS and Android devices: https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app.
*Fee Tubes will still be on-site for cash and check payments.
Upper Buffalo Wilderness Area
Whitaker Point (Hawksbill Crag) Trailhead
White Rock Mountain Recreation Area
Wolf Pen Recreation Area
Zing Trailhead
