National Forests
Ouachita National Forest
Established in 1907, the South’s oldest and one of the largest (1.6 million acres) national forest. Recreation areas such as Albert Pike, Shady Lake and Charlton offer campsites, fishing areas, picnic sites and hiking trails. Also available is swimming, hunting, fishing, mountain bike trails, all-terrain vehicle trails, equestrian trails.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Address
- 100 Reserve Street
- Phone
- (501) 321-5202
- Website
- www.fs.fed.us/oonf/ouachita.htm
- Map
- Get Directions →
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