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Arkansas
Craighead Forest Main Loop
3.1 mi
Distance
145 ft
Gain
1h 10m
Time
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Craighead Forest Main Loop
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 3.1 mi
- Elevation gain
- 145 ft
- Elevation loss
- 286 ft
- Highest point
- 415 ft
- Lowest point
- 325 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- City Land
About this trail
The Craighead Forest Main Loop is an accessible 3-mile circuit through the woodlands of northeastern Arkansas, offering a pleasant walk through mixed forest terrain. This easy loop is ideal for families and casual hikers looking for a straightforward outdoor experience without significant elevation challenges. The trail provides a peaceful immersion in the natural forest environment typical of the Arkansas Ozark foothills region.
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