Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Board Camp, Arkansas
Wolf Pen Gap 313
This trail takes off from the all-vehicle Polk Road 619 West Gap 277 and is an ATV and SXS trail only. The start of this trail is a great place for a snack. The trail… Learn more about Wolf Pen Gap 313
Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Polk Road 619 West Gap 277
This route is dirt and gravel and open to all vehicle traffic. There are some ruts and washouts that break up the easy, dirt road. There are a few small places to pull off with… Learn more about Polk Road 619 West Gap 277
Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Nunley Road
Wolf Pen Gap was the first trail system built specifically for four-wheelers in the audited States. Now, it is used by both ATVs and SXS. It is located in the Ouachita National Forest. The routes… Learn more about Nunley Road
Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Wolf Pen Gap 3 East
This trail is a shortcut off of Wolf Pen Gap 313 and connects back to the all-vehicle Nunley Road. It is a sharp, steep turn at the start of this trail and extra caution is… Learn more about Wolf Pen Gap 3 East
Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Forest Road - N09A
This route turns off Nunley Road and leads to a small parking area where ATVs and SXS only can ride the Ouachita Wolf Pen Gap trail system. It travels through a rural area. Wildlife, as… Learn more about Forest Road - N09A
Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Two Mile Road
Maintained gravel road in the Ouachita National Forest. There is a cool creek crossing and side spur on this trail. This road can be muddy while raining. When dry, this road is very dusty. Loose… Learn more about Two Mile Road
Total Miles
8.6
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
West Trailhead
This route is for ATVs and SXS only. It starts at the parking area and climbs gently through the trees before getting a bit more challenging. The trail levels out and proceeds through a deciduous… Learn more about West Trailhead
Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Shady Lake to Crooked Creek Falls
This Route starts at Shady Lake Campground and goes past several dispersed campsites. It passes Bard Spring, Albert Pike, Little Missouri Falls and ends at Crooked Creek Falls. You can disperse camp at Crooked Creek… Learn more about Shady Lake to Crooked Creek Falls
Total Miles
22.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Round to Henson School Road
This road is a maintained gravel road that can be muddy when wet and dusty when dry. Loose rock and gravel are present. There are great views of creeks and wildlife. The Ouachita Mountain views… Learn more about Round to Henson School Road
Total Miles
6.5
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Polk Road 34 to Camping
Maintained gravel road that can be muddy when wet and dusty when dry. Some creek crossing when in wet weather. Dispersed camping and creeks are in this area of the Ouachita National Forest. Two-wheel drive… Learn more about Polk Road 34 to Camping
Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Polk 410 Stream & Camp
Maintained gravel road with loose gravel. This road can be muddy when wet and dusty when dry. Two cars wide and some water crossings can be present during rain. Dispersed camping, awesome views of wildlife,… Learn more about Polk 410 Stream & Camp
Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
West Boundary
This is a maintained gravel forest road. There can be mud when wet. This road is very dusty when dry. You access this road from HWY 246. Expect beautiful views and wildlife to be seen… Learn more about West Boundary
Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Buffalo Leaves the Forrest
This gravel forest road starts at a fork at Buffalo Road and ends at Highway 71. The views in this part of the Ouachita National Forest are awesome. There are dispersed campsites along this trail.… Learn more about Buffalo Leaves the Forrest
Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Dispersed on Boles
This gravel forest road passes several dispersed campsites. Some dispersed campsites are large with room for several vehicles. The gravel road is well-driven and can have rough spots along the way. If the road is… Learn more about Dispersed on Boles
Total Miles
5
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Fox Pen West
This track starts on the west side of the Ouachita National Forest off Highway 71. It will take you east into the forest and to a pond and dispersed campsite. This section of forest is… Learn more about Fox Pen West
Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Champ Road to Nella Road
This trial leaves an awesome dispersed campsite and ends at Nella Road. Several dispersed campsites are along this trail. This gravel forest road can be messy when wet but is well-driven. Water crossing and rough… Learn more about Champ Road to Nella Road
Total Miles
7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Dutch Mountain
This track continues east into the Ouachita National Forest from Highway 71. It will take you further east into the forest. This section of forest is not traveled as much as some of the more… Learn more about Dutch Mountain
Total Miles
7.5
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Gillham Dam And Cossatot Reefs Campground
Gillham Road is a gravel road that, in some places, can become a rough ride. This adventure leads to Gillham Dam and Cossatot Reefs Campground. There are also a couple of other campgrounds further down… Learn more about Gillham Dam And Cossatot Reefs Campground
Total Miles
6.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Cut Across to Gillham Road
This is a loose gravel and dirt road leading to Gillham Road, Gillham Lake and Cossatot Reefs Campground. Be aware of hunting and logging trucks. Cell signal is not reliable in these areas. Good tires… Learn more about Cut Across to Gillham Road
Total Miles
6.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Seasonal Camp
This section of forest is not traveled as much as some of the more popular sections. Undergrowth is heavy in places and vehicle scratches are possible. This track will go to a seasonal area to… Learn more about Seasonal Camp
Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Cumberland Road
This track continues from the west side of the Ouachita National Forest off Highway 71. It will take you east further into the forest. This section of forest is not traveled as much as some… Learn more about Cumberland Road
Total Miles
6.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Striking Snake Route
Loose Gravel roads with a few small stream crossings. Concrete bridges cover most of the streams that will be crossed. During heavy rain some areas could be blocked. There are some nice inclines and beautiful… Learn more about Striking Snake Route
Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Million Dollar Highway
This track goes through the Muddy Creek WMA. Made up of thick and loose gravel this road can be slick. Dispersed camping can be found in this area. Watch for wildlife to cross the road.… Learn more about Million Dollar Highway
Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Road 263 to HWY342
This road is loose gravel and very dusty when dry. Some parts are very bumpy. Be aware of logging trucks running these roads. There are some nice inclines and curves in this area. Be mindful… Learn more about Road 263 to HWY342
Total Miles
6.5
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Jones Camp
This trail starts at Champ Road and ends on a narrow single-track dead end. There is an awesome dispersed campsite at the point you turn right on the single track. Champ Road is a gravel… Learn more about Jones Camp
Total Miles
3.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
K-Trail
This is the current legal version of the well known K-Trail. This short stretch along the Kiamichi Mountain ridgeline is an enjoyable 5 hour drive. There are small rock gardens and plenty of red dirt… Learn more about K-Trail
Total Miles
30.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Bridge Stops Here
This section of forest is not traveled as much as some of the more popular sections. Undergrowth is heavy in places and vehicle scratches are possible. This track has awesome views and a hilltop dispersed… Learn more about Bridge Stops Here
Total Miles
8.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Wi / Fa
Walker Mountain
This trail starts off of Morgan Springs Road and ends on top of Walker Mountain in the Ouachita National Forest. This forest road is gravel and climbs in elevation. When you turn back east the… Learn more about Walker Mountain
Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Crystal Park
This is a maintained gravel road that can have some mud when wet and possible water crossings depending on the weather. This trail takes you along beautiful views, creeks, and possible wildlife sightings. This trail… Learn more about Crystal Park
Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Haw Creek
This trail starts off Walker Mountain Road and ends at Champ Road. There are areas for dispersed camping in this area. Beautiful views and wildlife can be seen. Some sections of this gravel forest road… Learn more about Haw Creek