Ozark Highlands Trail
Ozark-St. Francis National Forest, Johnson County, AR
Point-to-point trail in Ozark-St. Francis National Forest, Johnson County, AR. Hiking.
- Distance
- 132.2 mi (212.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 18,773 ft (5,722 m)
- Est. Time
- 52 hr 5 min
- High point
- 2,352 ft (717 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall: Stack Rock Falls 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from start
- Attraction: Rock Garden 33.6 mi (54.1 km) from start
- Waterfall: Haw Creek Falls 48.1 mi (77.4 km) from start
- Waterfall: Hobo Falls East 54 mi (86.9 km) from start
- Waterfall: Hobo Falls West 54 mi (86.9 km) from start
- Waterfall: Bear Skull Falls 57.5 mi (92.5 km) from start
- Waterfall: Lichen Falls 79 mi (127.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Little Mulberry Overlook 87.2 mi (140.3 km) from start
- Waterfall 98.9 mi (159.2 km) from start
- Waterfall 99.9 mi (160.8 km) from start
- Peak: Morgan Mountain 102.7 mi (165.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 103.6 mi (166.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 107.4 mi (172.9 km) from start
- Attraction: Rock House 110 mi (177 km) from start
- Peak: Whiting Mountain 110.7 mi (178.1 km) from start
- Waterfall: Train Trestle Falls 118.5 mi (190.8 km) from start
- Waterfall: Spirit Creek Falls 121 mi (194.8 km) from start
- Campsite 125.2 mi (201.5 km) from start
- Campsite 126.2 mi (203.1 km) from start
- Peak: Richason Mountain 130.7 mi (210.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Ozark Highlands Trail
How long is Ozark Highlands Trail?
Ozark Highlands Trail is 132.2 mi (212.7 km) long. Most people take about 52 hr 5 min. It climbs 18,773 ft (5,722 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,352 ft (717 m).
How hard is Ozark Highlands Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Ozark Highlands Trail?
16 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Ozark Highlands Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Ozark Highlands Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Ozark Highlands Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Ozark Highlands Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Ozark Highlands Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Point Peter Primitive Trail Buffalo National River · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
- Point Peter Midslope Trail Buffalo National River · Moderate · 6.4 mi (10.4 km)
- Point Peter Equestrian Trail Buffalo National River · Moderate · 6.4 mi (10.2 km)
- Point Peter Primitive Trail Buffalo National River · Moderate · 4.9 mi (7.8 km)
- Woolum BRT Connection Trail Buffalo National River · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
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