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Jack Creek Recreation Area
Jack Creek Recreation Area is located in a picturesque setting alongside towering rock bluffs and flowing waters. The area was constructed in the 1930’s by the Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) and displays several unique, historic facilities. There is a short trail that climbs a couple of hundred feet to a recently restored rock overlook vista that offers a panoramic view of whispering pine trees and colorful fall vegetation. Jack Creek offers day use and a primitive campground at no cost. Also from Jack Creek Recreation Area is a trailhead for the Hole-In-The-Ground Mountain Hiking Trail and Sugar Creek Hiking Trail. Hole-In-The-Ground Trail is not a loop trail and extends approximately four miles in length. The Sugar Creek Hiking Trail extends approximately three miles connecting Jack Creek to Knopper’s Ford Recreation Area.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | No reservations available. Sites available on a first-come/first-based only. No charge. No water/electric available. Restroom open. |
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| Operational Hours: | Open seasonally, March through mid-October. |
| Area Amenities: | Picnic tables,Toilets |
| Fees: | No fees (current recreation fees and schedule) |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Best Season: | Spring-Fall |
| Busiest Season: | Spring |
| Closest Towns: | Booneville, Arkansas. |
| Water: | Not for Drinking |
| Restroom: | Vault |
| Operated By: | Poteau-Cold Springs Ranger District (479) 637-4174 |
General Information
Directions: Take Arkansas Hwy. 23 south from Booneville, AR for 2 miles; turn left (east) on Arkansas Hwy. 116 for 1 mile; then south at sign on paved County Road for 4 miles; then 1 mile south on Forest Service Road 19; turn left (east) on Forest Service Road 141 for 1 mile.Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | None |
| No. of Accessible sites | 5 |
| Sleeping Shelter | None |
River and Stream Fishing
Day Hiking
Picnicking
Swimming
Amenities
| Picnic tables: | |
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| Toilets: | Vault |