12의 포크 카운티가지 명소 & 주요 장소

This spur trail junction leads to one of the best panoramic views on the Eagle Rock Loop. It’s easy to miss, especially when you’re focusing on the climb, so keep an eye out for a slight turnoff. The spur itself is gently graded and takes just a few minutes to reach the vista, making it a worthwhile detour for a snack break and a chance to take some memorable photos.

The Athens-Big Fork Trail cuts through the rugged heart of the Ouachita Mountains, climbing over six major ridgelines in just nine miles. It’s a steep, rocky route with more than 2,000 feet of elevation gain and limited water sources, so come prepared for a tough but rewarding hike. Whether you’re tackling it as part of the Eagle Rock Loop or on its own, the trail delivers sweeping views and a true taste of the Ouachita backcountry.

This section of OHNRT is beautiful, lined with a mix of shortleaf pine, hickory, oak, ash, sweetgum, maple, and elm. Along the way, you'll encounter several rocky outcrops with extended vistas across the horizon—a reminder of the expansive country that surrounds you that is truly awe-inspiring.

Queen Wilhelmina State Park offers some of the most breathtaking views in the state from its fully renovated lodge. Known as the original “Castle in the Sky,” originally built in 1898, the lodge is situated on the 2,681-foot Rich Mountain—Arkansas' second highest peak. The original lodge was built in the late 1800s as a Victorian resort named Wilhelmina Inn to honor the young Queen of the Netherlands, after Dutch investors helped fund the construction of the railroad system. The park includes 41 campsites, including five tent sites with water, one hike-in tent site, picnic areas, and several short hiking trails, and the lodge features 40 rooms, a restaurant featuring Southern cuisine, and a gift shop. Dogs are welcome except in the restaurant and the large hearth room.

This state line location includes a historic boundary marker established in 1877 after a series of contentious surveys aimed at defining the border between Arkansas and what was then called Indian Territory. The inscription on its north face reads “48 M,” for the 48th mile, “1877” on the south face for the year the marker was installed, “ARK” for Arkansas on the east face, and “CHOC” for Choctaw Territory on the west. In 1976, the marker was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, making it one of the few remaining markers from this survey accessible to the public.

A prominent feature along the Eagle Rock Loop Trail with picturesque views over the diverse landscape of dense forests and rocky terrain in the Ouachitas.

The Black Fork Mountain Shelter is a backcountry shelter located off of the Ouachita Recreation Trail. It serves as a resting point and a basic shelter for hikers to spend the night during their trek. The rugged and steep Black Fork Mountain Trail continues up from the shelter to the namesake summit.

Scenic 25-acre lake in a remote mountain setting. The Civilian Conservation Corps developed the Shady Lake Recreation Area in 1937. The Shady Lake Trail traverses Saline Creek and passes the historic Shady Lake Dam. It continues along the eastern edge of the campground. The trail is ideal for day hiking. Mountain bikers may also use the trail.