Little Blakely Trail

Area Status: Open

Along these trails, visitors will see spectacular views of beautiful Lake Ouachita, stately old-growth pines and hardwoods, and unique rock formations. The hardwoods become especially beautiful during the autumn color change. In the spring, the wildflowers display an array of brilliant colors.

At a Glance

Operational Hours:	Open year round.
Rentals & Guides:	Click here for more information and a map.
Area Amenities:	Parking
Fees:	No fee.
Usage:	Light
Best Season:	Fall and Spring
Busiest Season:	Spring
Restrictions:	This trail system is closed to motorized vehicles.
Closest Towns:	Jessieville, Arkansas.
Restroom:	None
Operated By:	Jessieville-Winona-Fourche Ranger District (501) 984-5313

General Information

Directions:

Take Highway 270 west of Hot Springs and turn north on Highway 227 to Lake Ouachita State Park. Take Forest Service Road 30200 north to the trailhead.

Activities

Mountain Biking

Allow 4 to 10 hours per loop if you are hiking. The trail is unsurfaced and marked with white triangles.

Fees:	No fee.
Difficulty Level:	More Difficult

Day Hiking

Allow 4 to 10 hours per loop if you are hiking. The trail is unsurfaced and marked with white triangles.

Fees:	No fee.
Difficulty Level:	More Difficult

Backpacking

Allow 4 to 10 hours per loop if you are hiking. The trail is unsurfaced and marked with white triangles. The trail is a total of 17.6 miles total (all loops combined).