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Ozark – St. Francis National Forests Overview Although two separate National Forests located in northwest Arkansas, the Ozark and St. Francis are managed together. The Ozark National Forest covers more than one million acres, mostly in northwest Arkansas. The St. … Continued
Ouachita National Forest Overview The Ouachita National Forest covers 1.8 million acres in central Arkansas and southeastern Oklahoma, including most of the scenic Ouachita Mountain Range. Ouachita is the French spelling of the Indian word ‘Washita’, which means “good hunting grounds”. … Continued
Hot Springs National Park Overview The 2nd smallest national park by area, Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas is not the hiker’s dream with only 26 miles of hiking trails. Tree-covered mountains, natural hot springs, and a historic downtown still … Continued