Is Ozark-St. Francis National Forests OHV Trails open year-round?

Season: Year-round (mud closures after heavy rain). Always verify current trail status with the managing agency before traveling.

What vehicles are allowed?

Allowed vehicle types: UTV, Side-by-side, ATV, Dirt bike. Always confirm street-legal and OHV-registration requirements for your state.

USFS · US Forest ServiceIntermediate (3/5)

Russellville, AR

Length

75 mi

Season

Year-round (mud closures after heavy rain)

Day-use fee

Free

Permit

Not required

Trail difficulty

Intermediate · 3/5

Rated on PickRV's editorial 1 (novice) to 5 (extreme) scale.

Vehicle types allowed

UTVSide-by-sideATVDirt bike

Permit and access

Ozark-St. Francis NFs; MVUM compliance, day-use parking free at most trailheads.

Known hazards

Wolf Pen Gap is the marquee trail system in the district. Always check forest-level closure announcements before driving in.

— PickRV editorial team

Trail conditions, permit rates, and seasonal closures change. Always verify the current state of this trail with the managing agency before you ride.

https://www.fs.usda.gov/osfnf

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Questions about Ozark-St. Francis National Forests OHV Trails

Is Ozark-St. Francis National Forests OHV Trails open year-round?: Season: Year-round (mud closures after heavy rain). Always verify current trail status with the managing agency before traveling.
Do I need a permit to ride Ozark-St. Francis National Forests OHV Trails?: No specific OHV permit is required, though Ozark-St. Francis NFs; MVUM compliance, day-use parking free at most trailheads. Standard rules of the managing agency still apply.
What vehicles are allowed?: Allowed vehicle types: UTV, Side-by-side, ATV, Dirt bike. Always confirm street-legal and OHV-registration requirements for your state.

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