Every once in a while, you want to do something adventurous. You want to get out in nature, feel the wind in your hair, and burn rubber.
Well, you’re in luck! The ATV trails in Arkansas are abundant and exhilarating.
There are 7 main areas of Arkansas with miles and miles of ATV trails.
ATV Trails in Mena, AR
We love riding our ATVs. We actually have two: a Polaris Ace and a Kawasaki Mule Trans. The Ace was built for speed and agility. The Mule seats our family of 5 and handles like a dream on the trails through our land.
Like a lot of Arkansans, going for a ride is one of our favorite things to do and we don’t care if it’s 100 degrees or 20.
The Arkansas Ouachita Mountains in Mena provide excellent opportunities for riding ATVs. The terrain is varied and the trails are beautiful.
Some of the local favorites are the famous Wolf Pen Gap ATV trail, the challenging Kiamichi Ridge Trail, the Bear Creek ATV trails, and the private Renegade Ranch ATV trails.
Read all about them (and more) here: BEST ATV Trails near Mena, AR
[BEST] ATV Trails near Fort Smith, Arkansas
If you’re looking for incredible ATV trails, there are several excellent options around Fort Smith, Arkansas. I have curated the BEST ATV Trails near Fort Smith that the locals love!
Places like Riverfront Recreational Park in Fort Smith, Buckhorn OHV Trail System, and Big Fox Run are NOT to be missed!
Full details here: [BEST] ATV Trails near Fort Smith, Arkansas
[FUN] ATV Trails in Central Arkansas
If you want to ride your ATV in Central Arkansas, you’re going to have to be a little flexible. In an area like Mena, there are trails everywhere but Central Arkansas is more populated and there aren’t as many ATV trails.
However, that doesn’t mean that you’re out of luck. Some of the best ATV trails in Arkansas are within a short driving distance from Central Arkansas!
You definitely won’t want to miss the North Little Rock ORV Park, Carter Off Road Park, and the AMAZING Fairfield Bay Trails.
Read all about it here: [FUN] ATV Trails in Central Arkansas
[ADVENTUROUS] ATV Trails in Mountain View Arkansas
Mountain View, Arkansas is known as the Folk Music Capital of the World. We have visited there several times to attend festivals or just to sit on the square and listen to the pickin’.
However, many people in the Mountain View area also enjoy off-road riding on their ATV/ORV trails. This area of Arkansas has beautiful, mountainous terrain that is perfect for a riding adventure.
Whether you call it an ATV, ORV, OHV, or a UTV, there is a off-road trail for you near Mountain View!
Favorite off-road trails for many Arkansans is in the Sylamore District of the Ozark-St. Francis National Forest.
There is also great camping in the area where you can stay and ride.
Full details here: [ADVENTUROUS] ATV Trails in Mountain View Arkansas
[EPIC] Cass Arkansas ATV Trails
There are almost unlimited amounts of ATV trails near Cass, Arkansas. Many of these trails are in the Ozark National Forest. There are also acres upon acres of private trails.
The Ozark National Forest covers 1.2 million acres, mostly in the Ozark mountains of northern Arkansas.
Local favorites are the Mill Creek Trails, Mountain Creek Waterfall Trail, and the private trails at Byrd’s Adventure Center ORV Park.
Cass, Arkansas is also home to many Forest Service Campgrounds near the Ozark National Forest OHV Trails. Our favorites are the Wolf Pen Recreation Area, Redding Recreation Area, and White Rock Campground.
If you want to stay in style, there are also cabins near the Cass, AR OHV trails.
Full details here: [EPIC] Cass Arkansas ATV Trails
Devil’s Den ATV Trails in Arkansas
Many people love to ride the Devil’s Den ATV trails because the terrain is fun and the scenery is beautiful! It’s a great way to spend an adventurous weekend.
The Buckhorn Trail system offers 60 miles of trails for riders, hikers, and mountain bike riders.
All the details (including points of interest) about the Devil’s Den ATV trails are here: Devil’s Den ATV Trails in Arkansas
6 [BEST] Mena Arkansas Cabins with ATV Trails
The perfect combination of fun and comfort is to vacation at one of the BEST Mena, Arkansas cabins with ATV trails. That way, you get the fun of riding the trails all day with the luxury of coming back to a well-equipped cabin with hot showers!
You know you want a shower after all that mud, sweat, and dirt!
Mena is the center of all things “ATV” in Arkansas. If you are an ATV trails enthusiast, you’ll want to stay and ride while you stay at one of these cabins.
Our favorite ATV cabins in Mena are the Wolfpen ATV Campground & Cabins, Black Bear Cabins, Sugar Creek Lodging, Clear Sky Ridge Cabins, and Wolf Trail Cabins.
FULL details here: 6 [BEST] Mena Arkansas Cabins with ATV Trails
BEST Places to Camp and Ride ORV in Arkansas
When you combine two things you love, you make memories that will last a lifetime. Spending a weekend camping and riding your ATV, UTV, ORV or side-by-side is a great way to get outdoors, have fun and make memories.
After a long day of adventurous riding, it’s always nice to site by the fire at your campsite and relax.
I have nine excellent suggestions of where you can camp and ride your ATV. These will definitely quench your thirst for adventure! All of these campgrounds come highly recommended by us Arkansans.
Don’t miss: BEST Places to Camp and Ride ORV in Arkansas
ATV Trails in Arkansas wrap-up
I’m sure you’ve learned by now that the possiblities in Arkansas are endless for adventurous fun. There are ATV trails in Arkansas for any mood you’re in.
Also, don’t miss our EPIC Arkansas Bucket List of 100 AMAZING things to do in Arkansas!