Ouachita National Recreation Trail

223 miles across the Ouachita Mountains from Oklahoma to Arkansas. Rocky ridgeline with panoramic views.

Route overview

Region
Arkansas, United States
Distance
100 miles
Elevation gain
12,000 feet
Difficulty
Challenging
Recommended duration
8 days
Route type
Point-to-Point

No permit requirement is currently listed; confirm current rules before departure.

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