2. Deer to Mountainburg
DEER TO MOUNTAINBURG – 130 MILES
Advanced riders can tackle the first ALT Harder, reconnecting with the main route along the majestic Big Piney Creek. This next stretch is a highlight and features ruts, rocks, creek crossings, and the potential for mud, along with great dispersed camping options.
Blissful gravel roads lead to County Road 26, a splendid primitive road with yet another crossing of the Big Piney Creek. Take a spin up to Devil’s Knob for incredible views before a short stretch of nice pavement.
Then, you can detour into Oark for gas and food if needed, and take the optional harder section if you’re up for a big challenge while the main route continues on forest roads past the Spoke Plant Hollow overlook.
Fly Gap Road meanders through the dense woods, giving way to open valley vistas as you make your way west, connecting to tighter forest roads, past Lake Fort Smith and into the town of Mountainburg.
This quaint town has food and gas, and lodging can be found off-route in nearby Alma.
2. Deer to Mountainburg
DEER TO MOUNTAINBURG – 130 MILES
Advanced riders can tackle the first ALT Harder, reconnecting with the main route along the majestic Big Piney Creek. This next stretch is a highlight and features ruts, rocks, creek crossings, and the potential for mud, along with great dispersed camping options.
Blissful gravel roads lead to County Road 26, a splendid primitive road with yet another crossing of the Big Piney Creek. Take a spin up to Devil’s Knob for incredible views before a short stretch of nice pavement.
Then, you can detour into Oark for gas and food if needed, and take the optional harder section if you’re up for a big challenge while the main route continues on forest roads past the Spoke Plant Hollow overlook.
Fly Gap Road meanders through the dense woods, giving way to open valley vistas as you make your way west, connecting to tighter forest roads, past Lake Fort Smith and into the town of Mountainburg.
This quaint town has food and gas, and lodging can be found off-route in nearby Alma.
Alma - Food Gas Lodging
455 Highway 71 N Alma, AR, 72921, USA
Big Piney Creek Crossing
Ozark National Forest
Car Wash Falls
2831 County Road 5881 Hagarville, AR, 72839, USA
Chester - Food & Lodging
Combs - Food & Gas
Combs Store and Cafe
Deer - Food & Gas (CLOSED SUNDAY)
17951 Hwy16 Deer, AR, 72628, USA
Devil's Den State Park
Devil's Den State Park W Devils Den Rd West Fork, Arkansas, 72774, United States 479-761-3325
Devils Knob Overlook 2238'
Ozark National Forest
Hanging Rock
Hanging Rock A dramatic rock outcrop perched above the surrounding forest, providing a striking vantage point and a popular stop for photos and short hikes.
Haw Creek Falls CG
Haw Creek Jo110
Historic Cabin
Historic Mountain Crest Academy
Historic Mountain Crest Academy A historic rural school building dating back to the early 20th century, reflecting the heritage of education and community life in the Ozark Mountains.
Lake Fort Smith Overlook
Lake Fort Smith State Park & CG
Lake Fort Smith State Park Becky Wright Ln Mountainburg, Arkansas, 72946, United States
Mill Creek OHV Area
536 Madison 4275 Rd Elkins, AR, 72727, USA
Mulberry Mtn - Food Lodging Camping
Mulberry Mountain Loop and Unpaved Road
Oark - Food Gas Cabins (CAFE CLOSED TUESDAY)
Oark General Store 10360 Cr-5440 Oark, Arkansas,
Ray's Grocery - Food & Gas (CLOSED SUNDAY)
30 Nc 7520 Deer, AR, 72628, USA
Slickrock Water Crossing
663 Fs-1540 Pettigrew, AR, 72752, USA
Spoke Plant Hollow Overlook
Spoke Plant Hollow Overlook A lesser-known overlook featuring quiet, panoramic views into a rugged hollow, showcasing the remote beauty and layered terrain of the Ozarks.
St Paul - Food & Gas
473 5th St St Paul, AR, 72760, USA
Winslow - Food & Gas
Mikeys One Stop 984 N Highway 71 Winslow, Arkansa
OZX2 - Deer to Mountainburg
OZX2 ALT Gas - Oark
OZX2 ALT Harder - Owl Hollow
OZX2 ALT Harder - Slickrock Gulch
OZX2 ALT Harder - Wild Hog
OZX2 EXT - Devils Knob Overlook
OZX2 Temp Bypass - Closure
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