Ouachita National Forest

Trail Highlights: The Trees of the Forest Trail is barrier-free and provides interpretive signs to guide visitors. The trail also offers Braille signs for the vision impaired. The signs feature trees common to the Lake Sylvia area. This trail offers a beautiful educational experience to anyone wanting to enjoy a short day hike.

Along the Wildlife Trail: You will find interpretive signs that identify the area's wildlife species. This trail loops through part of the Chinquapin Mountain Walk-In Turkey Area. It also connects with the Ouachita National Recreation Area.

The Sylvia Spur Trail connects the Lake Sylvia Recreation Area to the Ouachita National Recreation Trail.

Surrounding Areas: Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Winona Scenic Drive, Ouachita National Recreation Trail

Length: Varies

Travel Time One-Way: 30 minutes to 1.5 hours

Surface Type: Surfaced and unsurfaced

Difficulty Level: Easiest to more difficult

Recommended Seasons: Spring, Fall, and Winter

Water: Lake Sylvia Recreation Area

Access: State Highway 9 and 10, State Highway 324, Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Ouachita National Recreation Trail

Trail Marking: Interpretive Signs