Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Oark, AR

There are 5 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Oark. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Oark.

Whitaker Point Trail

Kingston, AR

Whitaker Point Trail Whitaker Point Trail is pet-friendly. High above the Buffalo River lies one of Arkansas’ greatest natural sights, Hawksbill Crag. To reach this picture “pawfect” spot, you’ll need to hike along the pet-friendly Whitaker Point Trail, a popular 3 mile out-and-back trail. The payoff is a magnificent slice of sandstone that juts out high above the trees and offers incredible views of the Ozark National Forest for miles around. See Details

Ozark-St. Francis National Forests

Russellville, AR

Ozark-St. Francis National Forests The Ozark-St. Francis National Forests consists of two parks, both of which are pet-friendly and offer an assortment of outdoor activities, including hiking, camping, swimming, fishing and scenic drives. The Ozark National Forest is a 1.2 million-acre forest located in the Ozark Mountains of western Arkansas. The St. Francis National Forest is just over 22,000 acres in eastern Arkansas, making it one of the smallest national forests in the country. Dogs should remain on leashes while in the campground areas. See Details

Ozark Highlands Trail - Arbaugh Trailhead

Pettigrew, AR

Ozark Highlands Trail - Arbaugh Trailhead Bring Fido with you on the Ozark Highlands Trail (OHT), one of the premier long-distance hiking trails in the United States! Located in Pettigrew, AR, this dog-friendly trail is well-known for its hiking opportunities in all seasons and weather! The OHT offers 270 miles of hiking and backpacking across the region's most rugged and scenic terrain. See Details

Ozark Highlands Trail - Lick Branch Trailhead

Pettigrew, AR

Ozark Highlands Trail - Lick Branch Trailhead The Ozark Highlands Trail - Lick Branch Trailhead in Pettigrew, AR is a trailhead for one of the premier, pet-friendly long-distance hiking trails in the United States. Located in the middle-South, it is well-known for its winter hiking opportunities when many other trails are impassable. Fall through Spring are the peak seasons for this trail. Featured in National Geographic Magazine, The Guardian and Backpacker Magazine, the OHT offers 270 miles of hiking and backpacking across the most rugged and scenic terrain in the region. See Details

Redding Spy Rock Loop Trail

Ozark, AR

Redding Spy Rock Loop Trail Redding Spy Rock Loop Trail is pet-friendly. The 8.8-mile Redding Spy Rock Loop Trail is part of the Ozark Highlands Trail and includes several waterfalls and a view from the top of the surrounding Ozark Mountains. Leashed dogs are welcome. See Details