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Trail Highlights: This trail winds along a portion of the Little Missouri River, a designated wild and scenic river.

Cascading waterfalls, stately hardwoods, old-growth pine stands, wildlife, and seasonal leaf colors are just a few of the natural delights awaiting hikers. One of the most scenic areas, the “Winding Stairs” area, offers breathtaking views of the forest, river, and large novaculite rock outcrops.

This trail is fairly level with a few steep inclines. It crosses the Little Missouri River eight times and Crooked, Brier, Long, and Blaylock creeks once. Hikers should be careful when crossing streams. Rocks in streams can be slick and high water is dangerous after rain storms.

Surrounding Areas:

• Camp, picnic, and swim at Albert Pike Recreation Area.

• Enjoy the solitude and the hunting opportunities of the Caney Creek Wilderness Area.

• For more trail adventure try Athens-Big Fork or Eagle Rock Loop Hiking Trails.

For More Information:

Caddo Visitor Information and Ranger Station 912 Smokey Bear Lane Glenwood, AR 71943 870-356-4186 (1/2 mile north of Highway 70-B) off Mountain View Road.)

Length: 16 miles, one-way.

Directions: The trail may be accessed at the Little Missouri Falls Recreation Area and Albert Pike Recreation Area.

Developed trailheads are located at Forest Service Roads 25 or 106.

Trail Information: Unsurfaced, with a few steep changes in grade.

Difficulty Level: More difficult.

Recommended season: Autumn through spring.

Safety: Treat all stream water before drinking.

Restrictions: This trail is restricted to foot traffic and mountain bikes.

Horses, pack animals, and vehicles are prohibited.

Horses are welcome on the Viles Branch

Equestrian Trail.

Trail markings: White rectangles

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NATIONAL FORESTS

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Little Missouri Trail Ouachita National Forest Hiking Biking

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FALLS

Little Missouri River

Crooked Creek

Blaylock Creek

Raven Branch

Winding Stairs

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Highway 8 four miles miles

C addo G ap 18 m iles

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Viles Branch Trail

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Brier Creek Mountain

Leader Mountain

Blaylock Mountain

Brush Heap Mountain

Little Raven Mountain

Paul Mountain

Pryor Mountain

3.5 m iles

2.1 m ile s 106

6.3 miles

4.1 miles

Sherman Mountain

Paved Road

Unpaved Road

Rough Road

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