Length1.1 miElevation gain29 ftRoute typeLoop

Enjoy this 1.1-mile loop trail near Yellville, Arkansas. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 20 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

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A 1-mile loop. Enjoy the sights and sounds along this self-interpretive watchable wildlife trail. It begins at the parking lot on the west side of Kelly’s Slab. Head downstream through a riparian-buffer restoration area and wind along the edge of an open field. Features of this trail include views of Crooked Creek, woodland streams, a wildlife garden that showcases native plants, and steps leading down to the bank of the creek. Accessibility: There do not appear to be any designated accessible spaces in the unpaved parking lot off of Conservation Lane at the start of the trail. There is at least 1 designated accessible space in the paved lot marked with a waypoint. The trail surface is packed gravel or wooden boardwalk (with railings), and typically at least 4 feet wide. The estimated grade is mostly gentle (5% or less) except for a steep (8-12%) uphill and downhill section from about 0.4 through 0.6 miles when going clockwise. Wheelchair/mobility equipment or stroller users may need assistance in the steeper sections or to avoid them for safety. All-terrain tires or motorized equipment may be needed for the unpaved surface type.

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Daniel Shinkle

February 24, 2024•Hiking

Pretty wheelchair accessible trail. We had to double back because one section isn't accessible

Harold Pruitt

June 25, 2023•Hiking

Nice little shady trail. It was 96 degrees today, but the trail was shady. It's an informative stroll through the woods. Jellybean said it had nice water access for a dog.

Nancy Sutterfield

March 5, 2023•Hiking

Flat and easy for people who have difficulties hiking.

Trussie Rampley

May 14, 2022•Hiking

very well kept gravel walking trail. can easily take a stroller on it. easy to get to and starts right at the parking area

Conditions: Flooded, Muddy, Great!

Outcast Of Society

March 24, 2022•Hiking

Nice family and pet friendly maintained flat gravel trail with informative signs , views of Crooked Creek and wildlife , there even an area for turtle watching and birds watching .

Erica Mathis

February 13, 2022•Walking

A well groomed, well marked, easy to follow walking trail perfect for families with young children or those who need a gentle path. Park open from dawn to dusk daily. Leashed dogs welcome, and obviously this is a popular place to walk dogs…as evidenced by the presence of lots of dog waste. PLEASE clean up after your pets!

Conditions: Great!

Lindsey Hood

December 31, 2021•Walking

A great trail for families with young children!

James Edmonson

April 27, 2021•Running

A short but nice nature trail. I combine this one with the Creek Bluff Trail and make good 3.75 mile trail run.

Conditions: Great!

Mike Murphy

July 14, 2020•Hiking

Very nice shaded trail, especially during Arkansas summers. Very light traffic and well maintained crushed rock surface. Jumped a doe. Probably tame for serious hikers but great accessibility and good for folks rehabbing limbs and getting back in shape.

philip Robillard

September 7, 2019•Walking

I'll be 73 shortly, have a hip replacement, heart problems and lung problems but I really enjoy getting out doors. I find this trail easy to handle and a great way to stay active. There are lots of interesting things to see along the trail including an occasional deer, pawpaws (I never saw one before), birds, bugs and a whole lot more. I walk it a few times a week. I highly recommend it and hope to see you there.

Doug Neidholdt

February 3, 2019•Hiking

Mostly a crushed rock line trail. Has info signs, nothing special. Limited hours open.

Kenneth Higgins

June 10, 2018

Flat crushed rock surface. Perfect for rehab workouts. Several wooden bridges. Just a nice shaded walk along the wooded edge.

Jessica Rex

November 10, 2017

Nice and easy trail. Lots of wildlife.

John Simmons

September 20, 2017

Awesome and scenic, wildlife can be found along the trail, it's not a hard trail and has informative signs for the kids along the way. Great for photography and clearing the mind.

James Mandrell

August 27, 2017•Hiking

First to review

nice gravel trail very easy

Brad Troutt

April 21, 2024•Hiking

Jasen Jacobsen

February 10, 2024•Hiking