Recreation area

Sugar Creek Hiking

Ouachita National Forest · Arkansas — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

The trail, connecting Knoppers Ford Recreation Area to Jack Creek Recreation area, covers challenging terrain offering excellent views of the Sugar, Middle and Jack Creek drainages and surrounding countryside. A short day hike on this trail allows visitors to view abundant wildlife, interesting geologic formations and pine/hardwood forests.

Getting there

From State Highway 23 take State Highway 116 east to County Road 19. Turn south for 8 miles to Knoppers Ford Recreation Area and park at the trailhead. The trail can also be accessed from Jack Creek Recreation Area by traveling east on Hole in the Ground Mountain Trail for 0.2 miles.

Activities

  • HIKING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.