Ozark Highlands Trail
Ozark-St. Francis National Forest, Franklin County, AR
Point-to-point trail in Ozark-St. Francis National Forest, Franklin County, AR. Hiking.
- Distance
- 54.1 mi (87.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 8,232 ft (2,509 m)
- Est. Time
- 21 hr 35 min
- High point
- 2,346 ft (715 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Waterfall 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
- Spring: Shepherd Spring 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from start
- Peak: Richason Mountain 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from start
- Campsite 16.6 mi (26.8 km) from start
- Campsite 17.7 mi (28.5 km) from start
- Campsite 18.3 mi (29.4 km) from start
- Waterfall: Spirit Creek Falls 22.7 mi (36.6 km) from start
- Waterfall: Train Trestle Falls 25 mi (40.2 km) from start
- Attraction: Rock House 33.7 mi (54.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 36.1 mi (58.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 39.8 mi (64.1 km) from start
- Peak: Morgan Mountain 40.8 mi (65.7 km) from start
- Waterfall 43.7 mi (70.3 km) from start
- Waterfall 44.2 mi (71.1 km) from start
- Waterfall 45.1 mi (72.6 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 54.1 mi (87.1 km) long. Most people take about 21 hr 35 min. It climbs 8,232 ft (2,509 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,346 ft (715 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?
Parking at the start. 7 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Ozark Highlands Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped. 1 springs (treat before drinking).
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.
Trails near Ozark Highlands Trail
- Warren Hollow Trail Ozark-St. Francis National Forest · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Proposed Boston Mountain Trail (Phase I) Ozark-St. Francis National Forest · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.2 km)
- Proposed Boston Mountain Trail Ozark-St. Francis National Forest · Hard · 6.1 mi (9.8 km)
- Shepard Springs Loop Trail Ozark-St. Francis National Forest · Moderate · 3.7 mi (6 km)
- Moonshiners Cave Trail Ozark-St. Francis National Forest · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
- Butterfield Hiking Trail Ozark-St. Francis National Forest · Easy · 1.3 mi (2 km)
- Lee Trail Ozark-St. Francis National Forest · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Devil's Den Trail Ozark-St. Francis National Forest · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
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