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Ouachita National Forest Hiking -
Fourche Mountain Trail


The Fourche Mountain Trail (formerly Mill Creek Equestrian Trail) offers breathtaking views of Fourche Mountain and Buck Knob. Abandoned silver mines, beautiful streams, and several spectacular views of the Ouachita Mountains are among the trail sites. While this trail network provides horseback riding opportunities, it also offers day hiking and mountain biking.

Surrounding Areas: Mill Creek Recreation Area

Length: Varies.

Surface type: Unsurfaced and road surfaces

Difficulty Level: Easy to most difficult.

Recommended season: Spring, summer, and fall (Mill Creek Recreation Area is closed from November to April)

Water: Mill Creek Recreation Area

Access: U.S. Highway 270 to Mill Creek Recreation Area.

History: The Forest., with the assistance of the Arkansas Trail Riders Association, built this trail in 1990.

Trail marking: Yellow Rectangles with numbered junctions.



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